One of the State Library’s most unusual artworks, the Books Moove Me cow, is now ‘live to the public’ on the Ground Floor of the Library. She was created by members of the WA Branch of the Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, and is a unique way of showcasing children’s books by talented locals.
Books Moove Me cow
To find out more about her, check out the webpage at http://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/find/books_moove_me_cow
Come on in to the Library and say hello to the Books Moove Me cow – see if you can find a book helicopter, a book-a-saurus, or some zombies up a tree. And if you like the look of the books, they are available at the State Library Shop.
Is this a leftover cow from the Bordeaux Cow Parade?
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From the Margaret River Cow Parade, yes. And not left over but very much wanted so the Library can promote local illustrators and authors. Check out the webpage for more information…
Sorry, I should have been clearer. Bordeaux in France had a ‘cow parade’ this year starting in May until August. With fibreglass cows looking very much like yours, all decorated by various artists and artistic companies. Or is this some kind of international movement promoting, uh, bovine supremacy?
Who makes the cows? Who owns the moulds? Is there an ISO standard?
The Bordeaux Cow Parade would have been part of the world wide Cow Parade moo-vement. The organisation arranges cow parades around the world to raise money for charity. Check out their website for more information:
http://www.cowparade.com/
What’s her name?
Her official name is the Books Moove Me cow. Have a look at the webpage for more information: http://www.slwa.wa.gov.au/find/books_moove_me_cow
Wow, she is amazing, good job well done! Is it a life size cow?
Yes, she is life size! And quite eye-catching.