This beautiful introduction to art and language features some of the world's most beloved masterpieces as it entices children to discover art, language, objects, and colors. Together adults and children can explore great works, planting the seeds for an appreciation of the world's masterpieces and the words to describe them.
Living Monet The gardens from Argenteuil to Giverny Doris Kutschbach This multi-faceted tour through the gardens of Claude Monet and his home at Giverny offers a stunning portrait of a great artist’s world. The radiant colors and brilliant composition of Monet’s floral paintings have inspired artists, gardeners, designers as well as life-style gurus. This delightful gift book features dazzling reproductions of Monet’s paintings and it expands on the experience of Giverny with photographs of the gardens from the artist’s time and today, insights into the artist’s domestic world, examples of his horticultural genius and even recipes from his kitchen. Readers will learn what daily life was like in the artist’s home and find inspiration on how to create their own beautiful gardens. The book also includes reproductions from famous American Impressionists in the collection of the Musée d’art américain, a living tribute to Monet. Doris Kutschbach is the editor and author of many books on art. A passionate amateur gardener, she lives with her husband and two children in Munich, Germany.
What better way to learn about art than to create your own masterpiece alongside another, find hidden details that add to an understanding of the artwork, read fascinating stories about how the piece came to be created, or take an entertaining quiz that leads to a deeper appreciation of the technique and theme. Modeled after Prestel’s successful A Year in Art series, this beautifully produced activity book introduces children to many of the world’s greatest artworks—ranging from African masks to European paintings and modern art. Hands-on projects are sure to spark children’s imaginations while imparting important knowledge that will serve them well as they grow older. The book is perfect for all kinds of drawing and the exquisite reproductions will impress kids of all ages. Whether used at home or in a classroom, this engaging and enriching book will delight children, their parents, and teachers with its endless opportunities to create and learn about art.
An introduction to the art of Henri Rousseau, this book helps children explore his famous works, pointing out the many elements and symbols he incorporated, and helping them understand the use of perspective and colour that were his trademarks. It also includes biographical information about Rousseau.
Filled with beautiful reproductions and engaging texts, this vibrant book introduces young readers to art masterpieces by engaging their curiosity and sense of play.
Discusses the group of modern artists known as The Blue Rider, who met and became friends in Munich and went on to portray in their art a highly imaginative view of the world around them.
Introducing young readers to great art is as easy as A, B, see!
