Children’s / Teenage general interest: Art and artists
Pan Macmillan Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City from the
Book SynopsisRob Biddulph is a bestselling and multi award-winning author/illustrator. He was also the official World Book Day Illustrator for 2019, 2020 and 2021. Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City is his fiction debut and the first title in a major series.He is the author of many highly, acclaimed, award-winning picture books, including Blown Away, GRRRRR!, Odd Dog Out, Sunk, Kevin, Show and Tell, Dog Gone and the Dinosaur Juniors series.In March 2020 he started #DrawWithRob, a series of twice-weekly draw-along videos designed to help parents whose children were forced to stay home from school due to the Covid 19 pandemic. #DrawWithRob became an internet sensation, garnering national and international media coverage, and has been used as a learning resource by thousands of families across the globe. In 2020 he broke the Guinness World Record for the largest ever online art class when 45,611 people tuned in to his live #DrawWithRob YouTube class.Before he became a full-time author/illustrator Rob was the art director of the Observer Magazine, NME, Uncut, SKY and Just Seventeen. He lives in London with his wife and three daughters and hasn't given up hope that, maybe, one of them will go to an Arsenal match with him one day.
£12.34
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Tangle Art and Drawing Games for Kids: A Silly
Book SynopsisTangle Art and Drawing Games for Kids is perfect for families who want to sneak a little more creativity into their lives and have fun doing it. It's about exploring, experimenting, and getting lost in creativity. It's not focused on goals, but on enjoying the process. Professional artist Jeanette Nyberg brings to life 46 drawing games that offer playful, easy ways to get a pen moving across a page, help keep the mind focused, and provide hours of edifying entertainment. Move through the book at your own pace. Start with basic drawing games, followed by a section of activities that can be done with friends, then work with some mixed-media activities, and end with awesome tangle art games. Each activity includes ideas for how to "Make it Silly," and ways to vary the themes so you can play the games over and over. Families will make exciting discoveries, find creative ways to spend their time, master visual and manual skills, and most importantly, have fun!Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Simple Drawing Games Game 1: Geometry Tree Game 2: Fish Loops Game 3: Horizon Drawings Game 4: Cube Connections Game 5: Egg Heads Game 6: Initial Designs Game 7: Five-Dot Drawings Game 8: Hand Monsters Game 9: Upside-Down Drawing Game 10: Draw With Your Foot Game 11: Five-Circle Masterpiece Chapter 2: Games with Friends Game 12: Synchronized Drawing Game 13: Totem Creatures Game 14: Shape Interpretations Game 15: Roll-the-Dice Shape Figures Game 16: Frame Collaborations Game 17: Finish a Figure with a Friend Game 18: Robot Starters Game 19: Blind Contour Portraits Game 20: Weirdo Animals Game 21: Explore Your Scribbles Game 22: Shadow Drawing Chapter 3: Mixed-Media Games Game 23: Your Exploding Initials Game 24: Magic Color Drawing Transfer Game 25: Gravity Drawing Game 26: Continuous Line Animal Game 27: Fingerprint Discoveries Game 28: Catalog Model Drawings Game 29: Exquisite Corpse Book Game 30: Kaleidoscope Circles Game 31: What’s in an Ink Blob? Game 32: Fruit Print Wheels Game 33: Fingerprint Self-Portrait Game 34: Crayon Resist Landscape Doodles Chapter 4: Awesome Tangle Games Game 35: Tape Resist Watercolor Tangle Game 36: Circles Tangles Game 37: Double Cursive Tangle Game 38: Chevron Design Tangle Game 39: Reverse Tangling Game 40: Abstract Art Ovals Tangle Game 41: Rainbow Tangle Game 42: Random Tangle Page Game 43: Tangle Quilt Game 44: Ice Pop Stick Tangle Game 45: Hair Tangle Game 46: Collage Art Tangle
£13.49
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Lets Draw Dragons
Book SynopsisWith Let’s Draw Dragons, you can learn to bring your mythological drawings to life, guided by realistic illustrations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of these amazing fantasy creatures. The easy-to-follow visual and written instructions in this book make it achievable and fun to draw lifelike dragons. Each drawing lesson begins with basic shapes and progresses, step by step, to a finished piece of artwork, making it easy to follow along. You just need to grab a pencil, a piece of paper, and your copy of Let’s Draw Dragons, and then flip to the mythological beast you want to draw. The drawing projects include: Dragons in different poses Elemental dragons Fire-breathing dragon Flying dragon Swimming dragon Sleeping dragon And more! The detailed written instructions in this 48-page book also provide tips for plaTable of ContentsTools & Materials Drawing Basics Medieval Dragon Sleeping Dragon Wyvern Fire Dragon Ice Dragon Earth Dragon Water Dragon Wind Dragon Chinese Dragon Flying Dragon About the Author
£8.76
Princeton Architectural Press A Life Made by Hand: The Story of Ruth Asawa
Book SynopsisRuth Asawa (1926-2013) was an influential and award-winning sculptor, a beloved figure in the Bay Area art world, and a devoted activist who advocated tirelessly for arts education. This lushly illustrated book by collage artist Andrea D’Aquino brings Asawa’s creative journey to life, detailing the influence of her childhood in a farming family, and her education at Black Mountain College where she pursued an experimental course of education with leading avant-garde artists and thinkers such as Anni and Josef Albers, Buckminster Fuller, Merce Cunningham, and Robert Rauschenberg. Delightful and substantial, this engaging title for young art lovers includes a page of teaching tools for parents and educators.
£12.59
Prestel The Dreaming Giant A Childrens Book Inspired by
Book SynopsisOne of Wassily Kandinsky's most fantastical and vivid paintings is the foundation for this children's book about a journey into the heart and mind of a sleeping giant.
£9.89
Watson-Guptill Publications Draw 50 Buildings and Other Structures
Book SynopsisSuitable for children aged 5 to 11 years old, this title is targeted at young aspiring artists seeking to develop their technical skills and build a repertoire of subjects, particularly those relating to architecture. It shows readers how to draw dozens of buildings with a comprehensive, step-by-step approach.
£8.54
Chronicle Books Mini Masters Boxed Set
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£16.84
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Little House Coloring Book
Book SynopsisA beautifully designed coloring book featuring classic artwork by Garth Williams and quotes from all nine original Little House books.
£999.99
Sixth & Spring Books Drawing Shape by Shape: Create Cartoon Characters
Book SynopsisThis title is suitable for children aged 5-11 years. This is a three-in-one, updated compilation of Chris Hart's popular books "Draw a Circle", "Draw a Square" (9781933027708) and "Draw a Triangle" (9781933027722), now complete with a new introduction and templates. The bestselling how-to author breaks down the drawing process into its simplest components, so it's easy and fun for kids to learn. Every child can master these basic shapes, and that's all they need to begin creating mermaids, superheroes, fire-breathing dragons, and a circus full of animals.
£9.99
Sourcebooks, Inc Linnea in Monets Garden
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£12.99
Rockridge Press How to Paint with Acrylics: An Art Book for Kids
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£13.29
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Lets Draw Wild Animals
Book SynopsisWith Let’s Draw Wild Animals, you can learn to bring your graphite pencil drawings to life, guided by realistic illustrations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of creatures from around the world. The easy-to-follow visual and written instructions in this book make it achievable and fun to draw lifelike animals. Each drawing lesson begins with basic shapes and progresses, step by step, to a finished piece of artwork, making it easy to follow along. You just need to grab a pencil, a piece of paper, and your copy of Let’s Draw Wild Animals, and then flip to the creature you want to draw. The drawing projects include: Jaguar Kangaroo Wolf Chimpanzee Lion Alligator Grizzly Bear African Elephant Tiger Giraffe The detailed written instructions in this 48-page book also provide tips for placemeTable of ContentsTools & Materials Drawing Basics Jaguar Kangaroo Wolf Chimpanzee Lion Alligator Grizzly Bear African Elephant Tiger Giraffe About the Author
£6.99
YDP Creative Inc Girl Power Coloring Book for Kids Ages 8-12: Positive Affirmation Quotes Designed to Inspire, Boost Confidence and Self-Esteem
£12.63
Rockridge Press The Easy Drawing Book for Teens: 20 Step-By-Step
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£13.29
Getty Trust Publications If... - 25th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisTake a fantastical journey through an inspiring world where anything can happen: leaves turn into fish, cats fly with wings, humans have tails, frogs eat rainbows, and dreams become visible. First published in 1995, Sarah Perry’s delightful picture book of “surreal possibilities” was the Getty’s first children’s title. Twenty-five years later it remains a visual feast that children of all ages enjoy. Reissued to celebrate a remarkable book’s 25th anniversary, this enhanced edition includes new illustrations and a reader’s guide to the secrets of If… and is sure to appeal to a brand-new generation. Recommended for ages three and up. Praise for the first edition of If…: “Imagination is the name of the game, and Perry plays with it with distinction. Eye-catching, mind-bending illustrations.”—Booklist “Strange but fun.”—New York Times Book Review “The artwork is arresting.” —Publishers Weekly “Magical watercolors.”—Salt Lake Tribune “An extraordinary book that launches the imagination of all those who pass through the pages.”—The Bloomsbury Review “Sparkling watercolor illustrations and verbal flights of fancy.”—Los Angeles Times “This is interactive art at its most fulfilling.”—Los Angeles View “If you are looking for a little inspiration, a different way of seeing the world, or a chance to let your imagination run wild, this beautifully produced book should do the trick.”—Rumpus Review “If is designed to stimulate creativity through 20 magical watercolors.”—The Disney Channel MagazineTrade Review"An extraordinary book that launches the imagination of all those who pass through the pages." -- "The Bloomsbury Review" "If is designed to stimulate creativity through 20 magical watercolors." -- "The Disney Channel Magazine" "If you are looking for a little inspiration, a different way of seeing the world, or a chance to let your imagination run wild, this beautifully produced book should do the trick.: -- "Rumpus Review" "Magical Watercolors." -- "Salt Lake Tribune" "Sparkling watercolor illustrations and verbal flights of fancy." -- "Los Angeles Times" "Strange but fun." -- "New York Times Book Review" "The artwork is arresting." -- "Publishers Weekly" "This is interactive art at its most fulfilling." -- "Los Angeles View"
£14.99
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Play, Make, Create, A Process-Art Handbook: With
Book SynopsisPacked with joyful and educational art experiences for kids, Play, Make, Create offers fun and engaging imaginative activities focused on the fun and reward of creating, not just producing a final project. Founded in a process-based philosophy, this unique book includes more than 40 activities set up as invitations, or thoughtfully designed prompts to explore, create, and play. Author Meri Cherry has more than 20 years of teaching experience, and her blog (mericherry.com) has set the standard for meaningful and enriching process art experiences that are both manageable for parents, and appealing and fun for kids.Play, Make, Create begins with a guide for parents, teachers, and facilitators that discusses how to set up materials in an inviting way, how to present an activity and talk to kids about art, and how to stock the right materials for ongoing creativity. Also included are best-practice tips for clean-up, answers to frequently asked questions, and more. The book offers four types of creative invitations: Invitations to Explore (easy ideas for fun and play), Invitations to Create (open-ended, craft-based activities), Invitations to Play (sensory-based activities), and Big Projects (ongoing process-art activities). Most feature basic materials and tools (paper, inexpensive paints, pencils, glue) that require little setup. Among the projects and activities you’ll find: A collage project that takes a no-rules approach to creating with cut-out drawings and pictures. Ideas for building a science station that allow kids to experiment with kitchen cabinet supplies such as soap, measuring spoons, cotton balls, and baking soda. A prompt to draw a self-portrait, using a mirror (parents can draw themselves, too). Instructions for making homemade colored playdough. The activities in Play, Make, Create promote active, meaningful, and socially interactive learning. Children are encouraged to wonder, experiment, and use critical thinking—and most of all, enjoy the process. By following their own inclinations and making their own choices, children gain self-confidence and hone their problem-solving skills. Get Play, Make, Create and give children the gift of creativity! Trade Review"Meri Cherry blurs the lines between art, science, play, and crafts in a beautiful and inviting way that will help kids everywhere be more creative while having a blast." * The Artful Parent *
£18.04
Thames & Hudson Ltd Black Artists Shaping the World
Book SynopsisA multi-award-winning book that introduces young readers to the work of twenty-six contemporary Black artists from Africa and of the African diaspora.Trade Review'A beautifully designed short encyclopedia of contemporary art ... Enlightening' - The New York Times Book Review'Captivating' - Tate'The world as we know it, has in many ways been shaped by the creative genius of Black people and their unparalleled contribution to civilisation. This publication draws on the civilisational splendour of our forebears, while also serving as a call for today's Black artists to use their creative genius to reconfigure the face of the world once more and to humanise it through art. For this reason, I am both honoured and excited to be a co-architect of this historic moment' - Zizipho Poswa'So proud and honoured to be in this very very VERY important publication ... magical' - Larry Achiampong, artist'I’m absolutely delighted to be included in this beautiful publication ... brilliant' - Harold Offeh, artist'The inspiring mixture is both eclectic and innovative, providing personal histories and an appreciation of their acumen and originality in a variety of art forms. An essential read for any reader wanting to delve into contemporary art' - Children's Books Ireland'I recommend this for teachers of all ages who are seeking to decolonialise the curriculum' - Nikki Gamble'An intriguing source of ideas and inspiration for both teachers and students' - Teach Secondary'A necessary collection for artists and art lovers, this anthology highlights twenty-six Black contemporary artists. Offering recognition and praise for artists routinely locked out of mainstream art conversations, this book highlights their stories, their specific styles, and reproduces one of their signature works' - Book Riot'What makes this volume unique is that it’s all about revealing the power of the arts through the lenses of creators from across the global African diaspora... Jackson offers a concise biography of each artist, explores the methods they utilize, and presents a full-color reproduction of one (or more) of their signature works... A magnificent assemblage of Black artists we all need to know and cherish' - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)'A vibrant vital book ... it has electricity and fierce celebration' - @wanderingbookseller'Brilliant' - FAD'A concise introduction to 26 contemporary artists from Africa and the African diaspora who work in drawing, ceramics, installation art, painting, performance, photography, and sculpture ... Their stories are told in images and easy-to-follow texts set in a brightly colorful layout' - ARTnewsTable of ContentsIntroduction Larry Achiampong – Relic Traveller El Anatsui – Bleeding Takari II Sonia Boyce – From Tarzan to Rambo María Magdalena Campos-Pons – The Flag Nick Cave – Soundsuit #2 Joana Choumali – Because We Actually Played Outside As Kids Lubaina Himid – Naming the Money Kamala Ibrahim Ishag – Two Women (Eve and Eve) Rosemary Karuga – Woman Standing Abdoulaye Konaté – Femme du Sahel Ibrahim Mahama – Non-Orientable Nkansa Kerry James Marshall – School of Beauty, School of Culture Zanele Muholi – Bester I, Mayotte, 2015 Magdalene A.N. Odundo DBE, OBE – Untitled #15 Harold Offeh – Lounging Chris Ofili – No Woman, No Cry Emeka Ogboh – LOS-CDG (Lagos to Paris) Toyin Ojih Odutola – Maebel Zizipho Poswa – Ukukhula I and II Faith Ringgold – Tar Beach Athi-Patra Ruga – The Night of the Long Knives I Amy Sherald – First Lady Michelle Obama Yinka Shonibare CBE (RA) – Butterfly Kid (Girl) IV Carrie Mae Weems – Untitled Kehinde Wiley – Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps Lynette Yiadom-Boakye – A Concentration Glossary List of artworks Bibliography About the author & consultant
£13.49
Rockridge Press The Story of Pablo Picasso: A Biography Book for
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£8.81
YDP Creative Inc Girl Power Coloring Book for Kids Ages 8-12: Positive Affirmation Quotes Designed to Inspire, Boost Confidence and Self-Esteem
£9.67
Candlewick Press (MA) London A History
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£19.29
Rockridge Press Art Therapy Activities for Kids: 75
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£14.39
YDP Creative Inc Playful Patterns Coloring Book: For Kids Ages 6-8, 9-12
£12.63
Star Bright Books The Magic of Clay
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£999.99
Prestel Cut-Out Fun with Matisse
Book SynopsisTBCTrade Review-Popular at MoMA. . . a DIY course in 'drawing with scissors' for kids.- --The Wall Street Journal"Popular at MoMA. . . a DIY course in 'drawing with scissors' for kids." --The Wall Street Journal
£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Cézanne and the Apple Boy
Book SynopsisPaul Cézanne was one of the greatest of the French impressionist painters. This delightful book follows his son, also called Paul, as he travels to the mountains to spend a summer with his father. He discovers that his father, a very large man, paints the natural world with a passion that few can understand. But one day they meet an art dealer in a village who offers to try to sell some of the paintings in Paris ... the rest is history. The reader gains a real insight into Cezanne the man through the eyes of a child - sometimes frightening, fastidious (he won't touch other people), warm-hearted, driven by a passion for his art. And it provides a vivid introduction to Cezanne's work, with reproductions of his most famous paintings incorporated in the illustrations. Trade Review"This is much more than simply a picture book - it's an engaging look at a great artist, presented in a way that will make the artist and his paintings come alive for children.""Utterly and completely brilliant, and we cannot wait to explore the other stories in the series.""This is much more than simply a picture book - it's an engaging look at a great artist, presented in a way that will make the artist and his paintings come alive for children." "Utterly and completely brilliant, and we cannot wait to explore the other stories in the series."
£8.54
Fox Chapel Publishing Easy and Fun Paint Magic with Water Garden Bugs
Book SynopsisJust add water! This fun (and mess free!) paint with water activity book for kids features super cute scenes including little bugs. All kids need is a little water and the included brush to bring out the colors. Just simply brush over the black dots or lines in each design and watch the colors appear. Kids will be amazed to see a black and white scene filled with vibrant colors that are secretly hidden in the black line art. The paper is thick and perforated for easy removal and display! 12 watercolors for kids designs include a snail, butterfly, ladybug, caterpillars, and bee along with plants, flowers, and vegetables.
£9.60
NQ Publishers Frida Kahlo A PopUp Book
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£11.69
Penguin Young Readers Group Who Was Leonardo da Vinci
Book SynopsisLeonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated encyclopedia he intended to create, all that he left were thousands of disorganized notebook pages. Here is an accessible portrait of a fascinating man who lived at a fascinating time—Italy during the Renaissance.
£6.99
Tara Books In the Land of Punctuation
Book SynopsisA unique picture book for adults where language, design and politics intersect. First published in 1905, German poet Christian Morgenstern's piece is a darkly comic linguistic caprice. This fun romp populated by punctuation marks as characters nonetheless suggests systems of control that go beyond language. This illustrated edition is a brilliantly inventive dance of text and image, translated faithfully by Sirish Rao, with typographic illustrations by Rathna Ramanathan.
£9.49
Galison Andy Warhol So Many Stars Board Book
Book SynopsisRevised edition with 4 additional, never before seen pages!
£10.44
Watson-Guptill Publications Draw 50 Animals
Book SynopsisSuitable for children above 5 years, this title shows readers how to draw dozens of animals with a comprehensive, step-by-step approach. It shows children how to create a robin to a spaceship, Tyrannosaurus Rex to skyscrapers, and UFOs to racing cars.
£8.54
Studio Anorak Ltd DOT: Music
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£7.82
Wise Ink The Elements of Art: An Elementary Art Teacher's
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£17.99
Penguin Young Readers Group Keith Haring The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing
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£13.29
Penguin Random House Group Who Was Pablo Picasso
Book SynopsisAn engaging biography of Picasso and a wonderful introduction to modern art.
£7.48
Penguin Putnam Inc How to Draw Animals Perigee
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£14.39
Prestel Coloring Book Kandinsky
Book SynopsisThese enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world's masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines.
£10.01
Prestel 13 Paintings Children Should Know
Book SynopsisPeople of all ages are fascinated by Mona Lisa's beguiling smile, Van Gogh's hypnotic night sky, and Frida Kahlo's depiction of herself with a monkey. These paints and ten others are featured in the book in large reproductions with accompanying details. The readable text offers biographical information about each artist and important facts about the painting's technical and historical aspects. Games, quizzes, and colouring exercises provide additional opportunities for young readers to interact with the artworks, while a timeline throughout the book allows for easy historical orientation. Readers will return again and again to these works, which provide continued opportunities for contemplation and discovery.
£11.39
Tundra Books The Revenge Of Ishtar
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£999.99
Getty Trust Publications An ABC of What Art Can Be
Book SynopsisThis delightful book is a colourful reminder of the many things that visual art can be, become, and do.
£15.19
Schiffer Publishing Ltd More Creatures and Characters
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£11.39
Magic Cat Publishing Meowsterpieces: A cat's guide to art
Book SynopsisDiscover how to be adored in The Birth of Venus by Boticelli; Learn how to hunt as you pore over The Night Watch by Rembrandt; Wander through Monet’s field of poppies and relish the art of being bored; As a finale, enjoy the art of feasting atop a skyscraper as the Cats’ next adventure takes shape... A book for art lovers, cat lovers and everyone in between, each spread features irresistible cat characters who moonlight as humans in some of the world’s best-loved images, set to a rollicking read-aloud text from picture book maven Jenn Bailey.Trade Review''Squeal at its cuteness’ ― BookTrust "It is just as genius as the original artworks themselves." - Queen's Park Books
£13.49
Rockridge Press Step-By-Step Drawing Book for Kids: 20 Fun,
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£9.99
Rockridge Press How to Draw Monsters for Kids: A Step-by-Step
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£10.31
Algar Editorial de Que Color Es Un Beso?
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£25.05
Welbeck Publishing Group Dare You To Doodle: Can You Complete 100+
Book SynopsisDoodle away to your heart''s content with this super creative doodle activity book. Perfect for fostering hidden artistic talents. Can you make your own comic-strip story, find buried treasure, design some cool robots, create a flip book, design your favourite pizza, or compete a moon mission? Encouraging you to think outside of the box and be creative, Dare You to Doodle is sure to spark your imagination and make you laugh!
£8.99
Little Bee Books SAVING THE COUNTRYSIDEBEATRIX POTTER
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£14.66
Rockridge Press Modern Calligraphy for Kids: A Step-By-Step Guide
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£12.34
