A native of Springfield and alumnus of the University, Bill Crook has been drawing for more than 50 years, filling sketchbooks of his pen and ink illustrations that “explore the interests of his heart.” As part of his applied study at the former Sangamon State University in 1982, Crook self-produced a 40-page oversize portfolio containing 44 of his pen and ink drawings, using techniques learned in his printmaking classes. His passion has led him to create hundreds of works, and publish Springfield, Illinois: A Pen and Ink Artist Looks at his Hometown, filled with 185 of his illustrations and covering 145 pages. Bill Crook’s art is legendary. At this program, the artist will discuss his work and share stories of visually recording local landmarks, historic sites, events, personal experiences, striking landscapes, and even impeachment hearings!