folk artists

"A [fictionalized] picture book biography about the barber shop of woodcarver Elijah Pierce, recipient of the highest folk art honor in the United States. A young boy walks in for an ordinary haircut and walks out having discovered a lifetime of art"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of twentieth-century African American folk artist Bill Traylor, a former slave who, at the age of eighty-five, drew pictures based on his memories and observations of life in Alabama.

Briefly discusses the lives and works of twenty-two American folk painters, carvers, and environmentalists.

Tells the story of Clementine Hunter, an African-American folk artist from Louisiana who decided in her middle years to become a painter, documenting scenes from her life, and attracting a great following, even though she was sometimes not allowed in the galleries to view her own exhibits.

Folk artist Nicholas Herrera explains how his interest in art, along with his mother and a life threatening experience, prompted him to face his drug and alcohol addiction and change his life.

A biography of Bill Traylor, a former slave who began to draw pictures--based on his recollections of rural and urban life--at the age of 83.

Briefly discusses the lives and works of twenty-two American folk painters, carvers, and environmentalists.

Through interviews and photographs, presents the art and life stories of five American masters of the traditional arts.