pigments

"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.

"Colors don't come out of nothing. They always start somewhere . . . With something . . . With someone. Discover how color is harnessed from nature in this survey of dyes and pigments from around the world. Organized by color--from yellow to purple to red and more--'Before Colors' marries a lyrical core text with tons of informational material for curious readers. In the narrative text, readers will encounter markers and artists as they source and process materials, transforming the most unexpected things into vibrant pigments and dyes. The sidebars offer much more to discover, including extensive lists of specific shades, short bios of colorful characters, and more"--Provided by publisher.

This picture book follows one color's journey throughout history--from ancient Afghan painters to 1905, when a chemical blue dye was created--and around the world, as it becomes the blue we know today.

"The development of civilization hinged on the ability of mankind to turn soil into useful tools and beautiful objects. Students can learn about the history of tool-making technology, from the cooking utensils of the ancients to the multipurpose ceramics of today. They can also learn how different peoples created works of art from the earth that helped define their cultures"--Provided by publisher.