(WBBM NEWSRADIO) – The hobbies many of us took up during quarantine might be only memories at this point, but one north suburban woman has hers on display at the Glenview Public Library.
Julie Simon was inspired by a New York Times column about finding comfort in making tiny foods out of clay and began experimenting in 2020.
Little plants and meals didn’t feel authentic, so the avid reader and college essay consultant started making tiny versions of books she loves.
She began with Pulitzer-prize winning novels “The Goldfinch” and “Nickel Boys.”
Among the 20 pieces in the exhibit are versions of kids' books such as the “Very Hungry Caterpillar” and “Oh the Places You’ll Go,” as well as banned books “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” and “Fahrenheit 451.”
Glenview Library Spokeswoman Hilary Gabel used her art gallery experience to figure out how to best display the one-inch-by-one-inch works in their lofty lobby.
As someone who typically works with words, Simon says she never would have expected to be considered an artist.
The project has grown to an Instagram account, where she writes book reviews. It has allowed her to connect with other book lovers.
The exhibit runs through Jan. 17.
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