themes, motives

Hockney, who has produced work in almost every media, discusses his humanistic artistic vision and its roots in his personal experiences.

Reproductions and text present a critical commentary on the artist and his working methods.

Examines the life and work of twentieth-century Russian artist Marc Chagall, and includes reproductions of his paintings and sculptures, as well as a selection of documents related to his career.

Comic artist Bryan Hitch shares his art techniques with examples of his Marvel illustrations, provides step-by-step development sequences, comments on his work from the "Ultimates," and offers practical tips on panel composition, storytelling, and other related topics.

Introduces the art of Paul Klee, and includes questions and comments from children.

Simple text and bright illustrations describe the work of French painter, Henri Matisse, particularly his joyful use of color.

Presents the author's meditations on twenty paintings by artist Rod Brown, designed to encourage reflection on the hardships faced by African-American slaves until their emancipation.