German Language book showing work of Franz Marc.   Marc (February 8, 1880 - March 4, 1916) was a German painter and print maker, one of the key figures of the German Expressionist movement. He was a founding member of Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), a journal whose name later became synonymous with the circle of artists collaborating in it.

Tiere unterm Regenbogen. Franz Marc.

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Wenzel, Angela

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Prestel

In his mysterious paintings, Rene Magritte shows us how to see normal things in a different way. Heavy stones become light and float in the sky like clouds, a country scene shatters into lots of different pieces and a steam train chugs out of a fireplace.

Rene Magritte: Now You See It-Now You Don't

Biographies & Memoirs

Prestel Pub

Explores how still-life paintings can look three-dimensional, how open doors can lead nowhere, and how other optical illusions are created in paintings by artists ranging from Raphael to Escher.

Do You See What I See?: The Art of Illusion (Adventures in Art)

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

Prestel Junior

Explores the work of painter Edgar Degas, paying close attention to his delicate ballet paintings and his inspirations for creating them.

Dance Like a Butterfly (Adventures in Art)

Children's Books

Arts, Music & Photography

This lively and fun introduction to Dali’s life and art focuses on eleven masterpieces, inviting readers to explore their imagination as they discover the works of the great artist. 
The book presents the strange, humorous, and wildly inventive paintings of Salvador Dali. The author helps children unlock the mysteries of Dali’s artwork by explaining his use of detail, color and illusion. Each double-page spread in this delightful book explores a single work to illustrate the ideas and influences that shaped Dali’s work. The author introduces themes such as dream imagery, landscape painting, portraiture, and satire. Throughout the book, the artist’s sense of playfulness and mystery shine through, revealing to children the wondrous qualities of art.

The Mad, Mad, Mad World of Salvador Dali: Adventures in Art

History & Criticism

Young readers will delight in this journey through Provençe as they learn about colors, shapes, and composition from a master of modern art. 
Like children everywhere, Paul Cézanne painted what was familiar to him: his family, his surroundings, and the objects in and around his home. He delighted in the most basic elements of color, size, and shape. This captivating look at the artist’s life uses Cézanne’s numerous paintings of his studio to explore his methods and technique, and his portraits of his family and friends to reveal Cézanne’s personal history. It also points out details from his greatest masterpieces, encouraging young readers to investigate for themselves just as Cézanne explored the brilliance of the French countryside—its light and hues, textures and shadows—in a way no other artist ever has.

Paul Cezanne: How He Amazed The World (Adventures in Art)

Biographies

13 Künstler, die du kennen solltest: Kunst für Kids

Prestel-Verlag

13 Bilder, die du kennen solltest: Kunst für Kids

This heavily illustrated book featuring the world's greatest painters is an excellent introduction for young readers to artists and their works. Whether it’s Leonardo da Vinci’s mysterious Mona Lisa, Vermeer’s vibrant depictions of light, Van Gogh’s mesmerizing brush strokes, or Matisse’s playful cutouts, the art featured here is introduced in a format and style that will appeal to children. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each artist’s entry includes a concise biography, beautiful reproductions of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Games, quizzes and other activities help readers learn about the significant contributions of each artist in a way that is both fun and inspiring. Additional information about museums, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds.

13 Artists Children Should Know (13 Children Should Know)

People 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 paintings 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 coloring 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.

13 Paintings Children Should Know

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