A History of Pictures for Children From Cave Paintings to Computer Drawings
A History of Pictures for Children From Cave Paintings to Computer Drawings
- ISBN 13:
9781419732119
- ISBN 10:
1419732110
- Format: Hardcover
- Copyright: 10/02/2018
- Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
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Summary
A History of Pictures for Children takes young readers on an adventure through art history.
From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. David Hockney and Martin Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. Original illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images.
A History of Pictures for Children will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index.
“A brilliant, knockout collaboration—one that will continue to excite, provoke, and engage kids and their grown-ups.” —Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)
From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. David Hockney and Martin Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. Original illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images.
A History of Pictures for Children will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index.
“A brilliant, knockout collaboration—one that will continue to excite, provoke, and engage kids and their grown-ups.” —Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)