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Presents reproductions of famous art works alongside "forgeries." Readers are asked to play detective as they examine each painting closely, looking for the differences, while a small cartoon sleuth leads them through the paintings, uncovering technical and historical details that enhance readers' appreciation and knowledge.
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From Chagall to Renoir and from Boston to Paris, kids search famous paintings to complete a checklist of things to find in each. The book also invites children to see what they can discover when they look at art very closely. Following each close-up is an accompanying spread full of fun facts and activities, including write-in and draw-in projects related to the painting and the story it tells.
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"We've condensed our knowledge here for you. Instead of a how-to-draw book, Anyone Can Teach Art presents the scope and sequence of a classical Christian art curriculum for K-12 students. In this book, we break it all down for you. By the end of this book you'll know: Why art should be included in everyone's education, what are the basics of art creation and art appreciation, how to use the ancient, amazingly effective, classical model of education...
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"This essential companion to all the major North American museums and galleries highlights some of the world's greatest paintings, from Giotto to Robert Motherwell, on display across the U.S. and Canada. Julian Porter brings a passion for art that began with a seven-year stint as a student tour guide in Europe, followed by countless tours he has conducted at galleries in Europe and North America. His co-author, Stephen Grant, brings a wealth of expertise...
7) The guardian of mercy: how an extraordinary painting by Caravaggio changed an ordinary life today
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A contemporary artist explains the famous painting by Caravaggio and describes how it represents the troubled life of the painter, who created his masterpiece in Naples after killing a man, only to die himself a year later under mysterious circumstances. --Publsiher's description.
11) Da Vinci
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Traces the life of the Renaissance artist and analyses some of his paintings.
13) Francisco Goya
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Examines the life and work of the Spanish artist, describing and giving examples of his art.
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"Great art for clever eyes and minds: famous artworks from around the world, invite young viewers on an exciting journey through centuries of colors, forms, and detailed images. The visual puzzles, games, and large pictures will delight even the youngest children, whether reading with their parents or on their own. An inspiring book of fun and discovery for art lovers of all ages."--p.4 of cover.
20) Spot a dog
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Introduces thirteen famous paintings by asking the reader to find the dog in each one.
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