Come Alive! The Spirited Art Of Sister Corita

Published by Four Corners Books, this richly illustrated volume explores the remarkable life and work of Sister Corita Kent, one of the most original and influential artists of the 20th century. Admired by creative figures including Charles and Ray Eames, Buckminster Fuller and Saul Bass, Corita combined art, activism, education and faith in ways that challenged conventions and inspired generations of artists and designers.

Working as a Catholic nun in California during the 1960s, Corita became known for her vibrant screenprints that blended advertising slogans, popular culture, poetry and social commentary. Alongside her celebrated prints, she created ambitious public artworks, banners, installations and collaborative projects that encouraged creativity, participation and social engagement.

Written by Julie Ault, this is the first book dedicated to examining Corita's life and career in depth. Featuring more than 90 illustrations, many reproduced for the first time, it showcases the bold colours, inventive compositions and joyful energy that define her work while offering insight into the ideas and experiences that shaped her extraordinary creative journey.

Part biography, part visual archive and part celebration of a pioneering artist, this book is an essential introduction to the enduring legacy of Sister Corita Kent and her unique contribution to art, design and culture.

Paperback, 128 pages, 28.7 × 24.5 cm