Terry Brown has been director of the Society of Illustrators of New York since 1982 and on their staff since 1974. The Society has advanced considerably in its programs of scholarships, museum activities, publishing and public access during that time span. Terry has taught at the School of Visual Arts the past six years presenting a mix of art history, American history and current industry concerns. He has lectured at colleges and museums nationwide and contributed to many books on the subject of American illustration. He is an advisor to the National Museum of American Illustration (Newport, RI) and the National Art Museum of Sport (Indianapolis, IN).