Artists have many choices when
they approach their work; among their decisions are the
selection of a subject, a style, and a medium. In making
these choices, the artist turns what he or she sees and
feels into art. The mood, point of view, and meaning of
the finished work of art all reflect the artist’s
own special inspiration and vision. The various results
are as unique as the artists themselves.
This book introduces children to artists
from several different countries who worked at different
time periods and in different styles. It is not a historical
survey; instead, it is designed to expose children to
a variety of artists and artistic movements. Children
will learn about some of the tools of the artist—paintbrush,
chalk, canvas, paper—and investigate how artists
choose their styles and their subjects. The book encourages
thoughtful looking at art, and the questions presented
with each artwork help young people develop language
skills and abstract thinking. This book encourages children
to explore visual art, share thoughts about what they
see, and discover for themselves the pleasure of creating
art.
To order Exploring Modern Art please call the
Bank Street Bookstore
at 1-800-724-1486.
