About The Olive Tree

Each of us made a unique contribution to this book. Learn how it all came together in one inspiring adaptation by clicking on the link.

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We've become busy retired people serving missions and moving, but we're also thinking about new projects. Stay tuned...
We are so happy with this perceptive and lovely review in Mormon Times: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865633844/Whats-new-Artistic-adaptation-The-Olive-Tree-is-a-beautiful-keepsake.html

There is a great article on how Joan did the calligraphy for The Olive Tree in the most recent issue of Bound and Lettered. You can get this magazine at http://www.johnnealbooks.com/prod_detail_list/Bound-and-Lettered.

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About the Layton sisters

Christine Layton Graham

Christine Layton Graham is a writer, editor, and college English instructor living in Salt Lake City, Utah. Her books include When Pioneer Wagons Rumbled West, Three Little Robbers, and Peter Peter Picks a Pumpkin House. She has also had pieces published in the New Era and the Friend. You can learn more about Christine's work at christinegrahambooks.com

Joan Layton Merrell

Joan Layton Merrell is a professional calligrapher and fiber artist living in Jefferson City, Missouri. She has exhibited regionally and has been represented by galleries in two states. Her calligraphic art has been published in Letter Arts Review and The Calligrapher's Engagement Calendar. Learn more about Joan's calligraphy at letterdesignstudion.com

Carol Layton Ogden

Carol Layton Ogden is an artist living in St. George, Utah. Carol studied design at BYU and in recent years has studied under a variety of artists, including Ann Kullberg and J.K. Richards. She loves to paint uplifting small pieces, often featuring scriptural themes or birds. She has shown in Utah museums and galleries and had pieces in two Church International Art Competitions. Carol is found on Instagram at carologdenart

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