expressionism (art)

A critical study of Pollock's life andcwork.

An introduction to the life and work of twentieth-century American artist Jackson Pollock, discussing his cultural and historical importance, and including a chronology and over one hundred color illustrations with explanatory captions.

"An introduction to expressionism and celebrated expressionists, this book presents readers with the life and famous works of Edvard Munch, Van Gogh, Marc Chagall, and more through understandable, age-appropriate content. Each colorful spread includes an art project based on the works of the artist profiled in that chapter, complete with step-by-step instructions and photographs to guide readers as they create their own masterpiece"--Amazon.com.

Presents information about expressionist art, including what it is, who were its important figures, and the movement's historical context.

Learn about an array of drawing shortcuts for aspiring artists who don't have time for traditional approaches to art. Featured are simple steps and line-drawing templates for each project, so you can easily follow along.

Learn how to begin a drawing with simple shapes and then build up form and shading. Featured are drawing tips and techniques that will help you render realistic fur, eyes, ears, and other equine features.

Readers are introduced to Van Gogh through biography and many of his works. Each of the featured paintings is shown in full color and details are brought to the reader’s attention. Readers learn all about Van Gogh’s signature style of thick, paint-filled brushstrokes built upon each other in uneven layers. Then, they can learn to imitate him!.

From garden and tropical flower portraits to gorgeous floral still life, there is a project to suit every flower lover. Learn to develop a colored pencil drawing through simple step-by-step demonstrations, with helpful tips and tricks sprinkled throughout.

Chronicles the Expressionist movement throughout Germany between 1900 and the early 1920s, presenting 162 works and excerpts from the artists' writings.

The concise encyclopedia of expressionism.