painting

Presents a brief retelling of Mark Twain's classic story of Tom Sawyer and how he tricked his friends into painting a fence.

Easy-to-follow instructions and photographs show how to create a variety of fun projects, from painting and framing pictures or printing patterns on gift bags to splattering fabric paint on T-shirts and stenciling an art box.

Showcases twelve masterpieces by a variety of painters including Lorenzo Lotto, Renoir, van Gogh,and others, looking at them in full and in detail to discover how the artists used color in their work. Includes suggested activities.

Profiles the life and art of Degas and discusses what his everyday life was like, how his work was influenced by society, what methods he used, and other related topics.

Provides insight into the life and work of Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh, discussing the influence of his friends and family on his art, the meanings of his paintings, reaction to his work, and other topics.

Profiles the life and art of Renoir and discusses what his everyday life was like, what techniques he used, how his work was influenced by society, and other related topics.

Text and suggested projects using household materials encourage young artists to explore creative ways to use paint.

Mickey, Goofy, Donald and a host of other Disney characters introduce young readers to the techniques and history of painting.

Presents 2000 years of art history through a series of paintings of dancers and the dance.

Captioned illustrations and diagrams explain how painting styles and techniques have changed since ancient times. Identifies major styles and personalities.