color in art

"In this zany, inclusive, and vibrantly illustrated guide to all things color, the origins of . . . pigments come alive across continents and history, with oodles of art, tons of science--and extensive interactive backmatter!"--OCLC.

Explores the history of the color blue from the use of blue rocks called lapis lazuli by ancient Egyptians to the development of indigo dye in India and Africa and the creation of chemical blue. Highlights the symbolic representation of the color blue. Includes back matter and additional resources.

Brightly colored animals drawn by Mexican folk artists teach children about color with images of red giraffes, pink cows, purple rabbits, and more.

Introduces the reader to the use of color in art.

Introduces the reader to the use of color in art.

Showcases masterworks by three painters of line and color, including Dufy, Gauguin, and Matisse, providing details about their individual styles, techniques, and subjects, and challenging viewers to identify the artist of featured paintings.

Provides step-by-step illustrated instructions for drawing simple patterned pictures.

Provides step-by-step illustrated instructions for drawing simple patterned pictures.

Provides step-by-step illustrated instructions for drawing color pattern pictures.