Wenzel, Angela

Introduces thirteen important art techniques, including modeling, watercolor, etching, and collage, as exemplified by famous works from such artists as Albrecht D?rer, Leonardo da Vinci, and Jackson Pollock.

Provides an introduction to the life and art of nineteenth-century French painter Paul Cezanne, and explores his use of color, shape, and size in his work.

Presents thirteen famous sculptures from ancient times up to the modern day and provides background information about the sculpture and the artists. Includes color photos, a glossary, and a timeline.

Presents artworks from throughout history that contain optical illustions and describes the techniques artists used to create them, discussing such topics as trompe-l'oeil, perspective, coded messages, and hidden pictures.

Introduces thirteen artists, covering Leonardo da Vinci, Jan Vermeer, Claude Monet, Henri Rousseau, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh, Henri Matisse, Paul Klee, Franz Marc, Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Frida Kahlo, and Andy Warhol; and including time lines and text describing each artist's life and legacy.

Contains color reproductions and descriptions of thirteen painting masterpieces, each with information on why the work is important, and includes time lines, and a glossary.

Presents information about thirteen mysteries from the art world, including questions about the Mona Lisa, van Gogh, and the street artist Banksy.

Profiles the sketches and drawings Edgar Degas made during the many hours he spent watching the ballet dancers at the Opera House in Paris, France.

Profiles the life and work of painter Gustav Klimt and discusses how his fascination with precious metals and stones influenced his art.

Introduces children to the art of Salvador Dali, providing a discussion of his life, and an overview of his dream-like paintings.