M Is for Masterpiece: An Art Alphabet (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781585362769)

With so many colors to choose from, why did Henri Matisse use only three? How can an artist make a three-dimensional picture on a flat sheet of paper? Why is some Aboriginal art described as x-ray style? M is for Masterpiece, a comprehensive guide to fine art written for children, provides satisfying answers to such questions and more. From ancient cave paintings to Christo's Running Fence, a wide variety of art forms and styles are discussed in details that children will understand and adults will appreciate. M is for Masterpiece not only teaches about the great artists and techniques that originated in various parts of the world, but also discusses the elements of painting, art media, and landscapes of the American West. The art of photography and architecture is also covered.

Author: David Domeniconi
ISBN-10: 158536276X
ISBN-13: 9781585362769
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
Language: English
Published: 06/12/2006
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 10.32h x 11.14w x 0.39d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 109224 / M Is for Masterpiece: An Art Alphabet


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2006 pg. 119
Foreword 11/01/2006 pg. 55
Booklist 12/01/2006 pg. 40
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2007 pg. 157 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed