<p>Impressionism has captured the imagination of people the world over since its first exhibition in Paris in 1874. People have long sought to understand how and why the Impressionists created their paintings and how their techniques might be replicated. Susie Hodge reveals the answers to these questions by assessing the techniques and styles of the great masters of Impressionism and showing how artists today can use their methods.</p>
<p>An informative introduction explains how the Impressionist movement came about, explores its historical context, and defines the style and inspiration of the artists involved. The heart of the book, however, focuses on eight major Impressionist painters -- Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, Cassatt, Degas, Cezanne, Seurat and Van Gogh -- revealing how they worked and analyzing their well-known paintings. Each case includes step-by-step demonstrations that show the reader exactly how to re-create Impressionist painting details in appropriate style.</p>

How to Paint Like the Impressionists: A Practical Guide to Re-Creating Your Own Impressionist Paintings

Arts & Photography

Hodge, Susie

History & Criticism

Harper Paperbacks

Art in History: Tudor Art (Art in History)

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

Heinemann Educational Books - Library Division

Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stage 2, an ART HISTORY title which introduces the work of ancient Egyptian painters, sculptors and architects. Illustrated with full colour artwork and photographs. First published in hardback in 1997.

Ancient Egyptian Art

History

Middle East

The titles in this series focus on key areas of history, discussing and reproducing the art of the time. Famous works of art from painters, sculptors and architects are examined along with the major historical and social events of the time. Paint palettes explain the materials and techniques of each culture. The author reveals how social and economic information about each time period can be drawn from the study of art. Biography and interest boxes present extra information.

Art in History: Ancient Greek Art (Art in History)

Europe

Art in History: Prehistoric Art (Art in History)

The art of six key historical periods is emphasized in this series, using reproductions and explanatory text. The series shows how art developed, how inventions and social changes influenced art, the beliefs that inspired artists and the materials available for them to work with.

Art in History: Victorian Art (Art in History)

Art in History: Ancient Greek Art Hardback

HEINEMANN LIBRARY+

Ancient Roman Art

Stories from Christianity (Stories from Faiths)

A selection of exciting stories from different faiths, illustrated with vibrant artwork. Each story is linked to the beliefs and practises of the faith.

Raintree Paperbacks

Latin and Ballroom (Dance)

Why was the waltz once thought to be a shocking dance? How did the lindy hop get its name? What is the paso doble? Latin and Ballroom provides a detailed look at the development of Latin and ballroom dancing, from the earliest social dances to the competitions and flamboyant shows of today. The book looks at how the choreography and improvisation differ from other styles of dance, and explores the part played by costumes and make-up. There is also advice on how to become a Latin or ballroom dancer.

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