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Vincent's Colors
by Vincent Van Gogh  Publisher Comments Van Gogh's descriptions of his paintings introduce young readers to the colors of the rainbow and beyond. This board book pairs the artist's paintings with his own words. Full color....
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I Am Marc Chagall (Eerdmans Books for Young Readers)
by Bimba Landmann Publisher Comments "I painted my world, my life, all the things I loved, all the things I dreamed of, all the things I could not say in words. I painted my beloved Russia, my hometown Vitebsk, the Jewish neighborhood where I grew up, the way I saw everything as a child...
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The Old Man Mad about Drawing: A Tale of Hokusai
by Francois Place Publisher Comments "Exquisitely detailed ink and watercolor illustrations embellish every page . . . An excellent curriculum supplement, this will enchant and inspire aspiring artists and transport even casual browsers to 19th-century Japan."...
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Picasso and Minou
by P. I. Maltbie Synopsis Distraught over the death of a friend, young Pablo Picasso spends his days creating sad, blue paintings that no one buys. Soon the starving artist is forced to put his cat, Minou, out on the streets. By chance Minou meets a troupe of circus performers...
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Matisse the King of Color
by Laurence Anholt Publisher Comments (back cover) When Monique, a young visiting nurse, steps into the home of an elderly patient, she finds herself in rooms filled with the most vivid colors she has ever seen. Her patient is the artist Henri Matisse, one of the greatest colorists in the...
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Artist in Overalls: The Life of Grant Wood
by John Duggleby Publisher Comments The renowned painting American Gothic is famous around the world, but what do we know about the artist? This lively biography follows Grant Wood as he develops from a shy farm boy into a celebrated artist. This is the first published biography of this...
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Frida Kahlo (Artists in Their Time)
by Jill A. Laidlaw Publisher Comments From the classical to the contemporary, from impressionism to pop art, painters and sculptors from every era, every movement, and every country in the world are introduced in this superb series that brings children intimate portraits of the world's most...
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Rembrandt and Titus: Father and Son
by Madeleine Comora Publisher Comments Rembrandt's art is easily recognized by his masterful use of light and darkness. But why would Rembrandt choose to paint objects in such a way? Titus learned a lot about his father from what he painted and how he painted. Now children can learn about one...
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Frida (02 Edition)
by Winter Publisher Comments When her mother was worn out from caring for her five sisters, her father gave her lessons in brushwork and color. When polio kept her bedridden for nine months, drawing saved her from boredom. When a bus accident left her in unimaginable agony, her...
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Oooh! Matisse
by Jeanyves Verdu Publisher Comments Bright and playful close-ups of some of Henri Matisses most celebrated collages encourage children to find the whale in Matisses dove, the splash of milk in his star, and the rays of sunshine in a blue leaf. This title turns art appreciation into a game...
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Delicious: The Life & Art of Wayne Thiebaud
by Susan Goldman Rubin Synopsis One of the giants of American art, Wayne Thiebaud was at first unappreciated because of the everyday subject matter of his paintings. His tasty hot dogs, delectable cakes, dizzy streets, and sleepy deltas have since become icons of twentieth century art....
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Frida Kahlo: The Artist in the Blue House (Adventures in Art)
by Magdalena Holzhey Synopsis A look into the world of Mexican female artist, Frida Kahlo. It introduces children to the themes that infused Kahlo's vibrant paintings, while demonstrating her brilliant gift for combining life and art. The reproductions draw attention to Kahlo's use...
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Mr. Gauguin's Heart
by Marie Danie Croteau Publisher Comments Based on a true story, Mr. Gauguin's Heart is about the birth of imagination and the solace of art. Young Paul Gauguin sailed from Denmark to Peru with his family: his mother, his father, his sister, Marie, and his odd-looking, imaginary orange dog. At...
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Story Painter: The Life of Jacob Lawrence
by John Duggleby Publisher Comments The paintings of Jacob Lawrence tell stories . A collection of these paintings provide the backdrop for t his biography which tells the story of one of our finest liv ing painters. '...
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Bijou, Bonbon, and Beau: The Kittens Who Danced for Degas
by Joan Sweeney Publisher Comments On a cold dark night, a mama cat seeks shelter for her newborn kittens in a Parisian theater known for its ballet and for the famous artist who comes there to sketch. While the ballerinas practice, Bijou, Bonbon and Beau make themselves right at home to...
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The Genius of Leonardo
by Guido Visconti Synopsis The works, dreams, and wild inventions of the genius Leonardo da Vinci are seen through the eyes of his mischievous young assistant, Giacomo. Full color throughout. plus endpapers....
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Van Gogh
by Bernard Publisher Comments This immensely popular series integrates words and images in the famous Eyewitness style to provide an invaluable, in-depth introduction to the world of art. discover the characters behind the canvases, learn about the key influences on the work of a...
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Brueghel (Art for Children)
by Pierre Sterckx Publisher Comments -- Charming stories introduce the life and work of the world's most renowned artists -- Fictional characters serve as guides to factual accounts of history's greatest painters -- Fosters an understanding and appreciation of art history -- Packed with...
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Gauguin
by Dk Publisher Comments This immensely popular series integrates words and images in the famous Eyewitness style to provide an invaluable, in-depth introduction to the world of art. discover the characters behind the canvases, learn about the key influences on the work of a...
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Pablo Picasso (Life and Work Of...)
by Leonie Bennett Publisher Comments These books breathe life into art by exploring the lives of the world's greatest artists, and telling how events influenced their masterpieces. Each book includes reconstruction artwork or photos that show the artists throughout their careers...
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