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BE a COLLECTOR online / OR / in your IMAGINATION . . ........2007-05-03
Once again Bob Raczka is inspiring readers to assemble their own collections of art. His book "Here's Looking at Me" introduces a gallery of portraits, painted in a great variety of styles. What is he trying to tell us with this particular selection?
The first, an interesting, very detailed sketch of Albrecht Durer, is thought to be the earliest self-portrait in existence. Raczka explains that the making of one's own portrait is an excellent way to practice drawing. Perhaps you have done this yourself? It reveals more than you might imagine - not only how great an artist you may be! Rembrandt is not included & he was a prolific painter of self-portraits but perhaps it wasn't as much for practice as "an ego thing"? His are particularly interesting because they give a vivid history of the aging of that great artist. Gustave Caillebotte's self-portrait is not one of Raczka's choices but is included in the truly charming children's book "My Summer in Caillebotte's Garden" (#2903824207), a favorite of mine. A casual, summery straw-hatted portrait, it is a special delight. Look for it on the internet.
On the flyleaf of Raczka's book, the author uses a sketch he made of himself. Junior High & High School students will have an absorbing time studying these paintings, and pondering some of Bob Raczka's questions which could spark many class discussions. The following artists he has featured interest me especially for that purpose: Henri Rousseau (1844-1910), M.C. Escher (1898-1972), Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000), Chuck Close (1940- ?), Cindy Sherman (1954- ?).
So go to it, whatever your age, and Reviewer mcHaiku will be making her choices right along with all of you.
Engaging art.......2006-07-23
The way an artist presents him/herself in a self-portrait tells us a great deal about them. This book includes self-portraits of painters and photographers including Jacob Lawrence, MC Escher, Albrecht Durer, Norman Rockwell, Henri Rousseau, Cindy Sherman, Chuck Close, Vermeer, Goya, Velazquz and Artemesia Gentileschi. Facing each full page picture is a discussion of the portrait.
Ultimately the reader can ask themselves how they would present themselves in a self-portrait? Would you show just your head or your whole body? Would you dress in your fanciest clothes or would you wear your everyday duds? Where would you place yourself? Would you want anything in the picture with you?
This is a very engaging and accessible book for art teachers or anyone who wants to explore this most personal of art forms.
Enjoyable Art Lesson.......2006-03-25
"Here's Looking at Me:How Artists See Themselves" is one of clever Bob Raczka's books about art. In this one, he is asking the reader to look more closely at the way artists portray themselves. For example, he explains why Marc Chagall has seven fingers in his self-portrait, and why the window in Jacob Lawrence's self-portrait looks out on Harlem even though Lawrence is standing in his Seattle studio.The book is arranged chronologically, beginning with a portrait that Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) drew of himself when he was only fifteen and ending with two imaginative photographs that Cindy Sherman (1954-) shot of herself. Each artistic work is accompanied by an explanation that tells the reader something about the art work and something about the artist. Although this books like his other books was written for children, it is highly recommended for anyone of any age who enjoys art.
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- Wonderful way for elementary age children to learn about art
- Visual beauty enriches science understanding.
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How Artists See the Weather: Sun, Wind, Snow, Rain (How Artists See)
Colleen Carroll
Manufacturer: Abbeville Press
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Wonderful way for elementary age children to learn about art.......1999-02-10
I was delighted by the scope of artists and artistic styles discussed in the book. It is difficult to find books that teach art (history) in a meaninglful way to children. The explanation of techniques used as well as the biographies of the artists were helpful and interesting. My 8 year old daughter has expressed some interest in art and she enjoyed the book. Using the "everyday" element of weather makes it easier for children to relate to as well. I hope there will be more books like this one.
Visual beauty enriches science understanding........1999-01-29
This wonderful book enhances childrens' understanding of the science of weather and water. The color plates are vivid and the text is clear and thought provoking. The choice of artists is great, offering a variety of styles and periods.
Book Description
Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created.
This direct, interactive approach to art--and to the world--promotes self-exploration, self-discovery, and self-expression. As it introduces basic artistic concepts, styles, and techniques, it also provides loads of fun. For children who want to know more about the artists whose works appear in the book, biographies are provided at the end, along with suggestions for further reading and an international list of museums where each artist's works can be seen. As they begin to understand the multitude of ways that artists see, children will deepen their appreciation of art, the world around them, and, most importantly, their own unique visions.
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- Words on Revelation
- another great beardsley book!
- Respectful and comprehensive treatment of outsider artists
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Gardens of Revelation: Environments by Visionary Artists (How Artists See)
John Beardsley
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Book Description
This lively international tour spans from the soaring spires of Watts towers in Los Angeles to the spirit-lifting Camel Yard and Owl House in New Bethesda, South Africa.
With incisive intelligence and beguiling prose, John Beardsley tells the story of some twenty-five "visionary environments" and the fiercely independent individuals who created them. Beardsley also situates the work in the larger contexts of traditional garden design, religious architecture, environmental sculpture, and folk art. The thought-provoking text combines with dazzling views of the far-flung gardens to make this an inspiring volume.
Other Details: Now in paperback! 120 illustrations, 90 in full color
Customer Reviews:
Words on Revelation.......2004-09-27
This is one of those books that I did not enjoy reading but I still feel the book is important. It is not that I agree with the subject - It is just that this book if very very "wordy." Lots of big words - like the kind you put into a college book report. I did read it twice but it is not for me. However at the same time there is some decent info - hidden between the big words - for the person that likes the subject.
another great beardsley book!.......2000-11-18
a crusader of public art and the outsider's view and place within the landscape, beardsley once again publishes a magnificent chronicle of uniquely driven individuals and their art. highly recommended - excellent for anyone interested in art, landscape, theory, pop culture, sociology...incredibly well done!
Respectful and comprehensive treatment of outsider artists.......1998-06-18
This is a fabulous book. It is a comprehensive and respectful treatment of outsider artists from the US and abroad. The photos are exquisite and the text is well-written and informative. If you are at all interested in outsider art, this book will be a cherished addition to your library.
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How Artists See Work: Farm, Factory, Office, Home
Colleen Carroll
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How artists see work.......2000-03-27
It was a very informative book.
Book Description
Abbeville Kids expands its award-winning series of interactive, inquiry-based books designed to teach children about the world by looking at art, and about art by looking at the world.
Each volume in this innovative best-selling series, with over 200,000 in print, is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. In How Artists See America, sixteen works of art show the many different ways a selection of great artists--from Winslow Homer and Childe Hassam to Georgia O'Keeffe and Romare Bearden--have perceived the breathtaking variety of landscapes and the diversity of people living in the four major regions of the United States. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created.
This direct, interactive approach to art--and to the world--promotes self-exploration, self-discovery, and self-expression. As it introduces artistic concepts, styles, and techniques, it also provides loads of fun. For children who want to know more about the artists whose works appear in the book, biographies are provided at the end, along with suggestions for further reading and an international list of museums where each artist's works can be seen. As they begin to understand the multitude of ways that artists see, children naturally deepen their appreciation of art, the world around them, and most important, their own unique vision.
Other details: 32 full-color illustrations
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Filled with imaginative activities and interdisciplinary connections, this invaluable guide encompasses the complete How Artists See series.
With the publication of How Artists See Heroes last fall, Colleen Carroll rounded out her acclaimed How Artists See series to twelve innovative, best-selling titles. From the personal to grand scale, abstract ideas to concrete realities, from Feelings to Cities, each book presents a diverse selection of artwork accompanied by engaging, conversational text filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities designed to teach children about the world by looking at art, and about art by looking at the world.
This new "omnibus" edition of the How Artists See Teachers' Guide contains creative, educational activities for using the How Artists See series in the home and classroom. Each chapter in the new guide covers an individual volume in the series: Animals, America, Artists, Cities, The Elements, Families, Feelings, Heroes, People, Play, The Weather, and Work. Teachers will love the standards-based activities that explore artistic concepts and interdisciplinary themes and reinforce concepts children read about in each volume of How Artists See. For easy lesson planning, each chapter is cross-referenced to the national standards in the main content areas, skills are organized with a scope and sequence chart, and a glossary is provided for easy reference to terminology that appears throughout the guide.
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- Review for "How Artist See Families" by Colleen Carroll
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How Artists See Families: Mother Father Sister Brother (How Artists See)
Colleen Carroll
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Review for "How Artist See Families" by Colleen Carroll.......2000-04-17
Colleen Carrol has written an inquiry-based art appreciation book for children that my daughter and I throughly enjoyed. The book embraces a multi -cultureal approach by selecting 16 men and women artists who define in their art work what family is for them. The selection of art work represented in the book is from art history ( Matisse, Winslow Homer, Mary Cassatt Kikugawa Eizan etc.) as well as from contemporary art ( Marisol, Faith Ringgold, and Carmen Lomas Garza ) giving the book a broad range of examples. Details of the given art work are furnished to provide an opportunity to make indept observations. With emphisis on family being the comon denominator, the author raises challenging question for the reader to examine the work of art at hand. The text not only sparks the childs imagination by making inquires but occasionally uses cross referencing of art works in the book to compare and challenge the thought process. The book concludes with a rich note to parents and teachers, artists biographies and age related suggested reading. I highly recommend this book !
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Fashion Theory: Volume 9, Issue 4: The Journal of Dress, Body and Culture (Fashion Theory)
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