Description
Book SynopsisIntroduces Miro, a quiet, kind and smartly dressed man, who 'dreamed when he was awake' and painted wonderfully strange worlds filled with magical animals. This book is illustrated with some of Miro's finest works, as well as evocative archive photography by Lee Miller and specially commissioned artworks by children done in the style of Miro.
Trade Review'With wonderful insights into the imaginative mind of one of the most celebrated Spanish painters and sculptors of the 20th century,
Miró’s Magic Animals is a brilliant introduction to Surrealist art' - Junior Magazine
'Enchanting … Conveys the character of the artist and the magic to be found in his work' - Daily Telegraph
'Shares charming insights into Miro’s life and love of animals, together with stunning photographs by Lee Miller' - Guardian
'An engaging, vivid and playful story that appeals to small children and adult art lovers alike' - World Kids
'Beautifully designed … a must-have for little art lovers with vivid imaginations' - Smallish
'Filled with fantastical, dream-like pictures, this is a delightful book' - Kids in Museums
'A lovely way to get children talking about and exploring art' - Bambino Goodies
'This is a brilliant introduction to Miró, but also a great introduction to art - encouraging us to look closer at paintings and wonder what the artist was looking at, thinking, seeing or feeling' - It's All About Stories
'Surreal and superb illustrations and a fascinating glimpse into the world of one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century' - Read It Daddy
'It is sure to appeal to art lovers large and small ' - Sussex Life
