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Go beyond the book with artist Frank Morrison as he gives us an insider's look at the illustrations from the picture book, Above the Rim: How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball.
PRAISE FOR ABOVE THE RIM
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"Morrison’s captivating oil paintings feature dramatic compositions, rich colors, and the artist’s distinctive, elongated figures. Equally impressive is his ability to portray the emotional depths of individuals, from small-minded segregationists to heroes of the civil rights movement. Strong storytelling and riveting artwork make this a memorable picture book." -Booklist
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"With lively verse and elegant oil paintings, Bryant and Morrison masterfully place Baylor’s midair “slashing, crashing, gliding” basketball heroics in the context of his times... In light of current protests in sports-Colin Kaepernick’s kneeling, the NBA and WNBA playoff boycotts, and NASCAR drivers supporting Bubba Wallace’s stand against racism-time on Mr. Baylor’s Elgin watch moves slowly indeed." -The Horn Book
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"Morrison’s vibrant oil paintings fill the pages with personality, energy, and movement. His signature elongated figures are perfectly suited to depict the 6’5” baller... Inspirational and timely." -School Library Journal