Looking at Pictures by Joy Richardson
This is a young person's guide to art. Written in a very accessible way, it discusses art history, techniques and subject matter as seen through the paintings in the National Gallery's collection. Subjects covered include: hidden meanings - symbols and clues, light and atmosphere, portraits, landscapes, telling stories, composition and the use of colour. The work of artists such as Goya, Monet, Vermeer and Reynolds abound throughout the pages. Filled with jolly cartoons and wonderful images, this is the ideal children's (ages 9+) introduction to the wonderful world of Western art.
'A thoughtfully written and beautifully illustrated guide to paintings, their history and language, and artists' techniquesFor older children...this book should greatly improve enjoyment and understanding of paintings.' Headteacher Update (September 2009) 'an admirable Introduction to Art for Young People over the age of ten' V & A Magazine (Winter 2009)
Joy Richardson is a teacher and author of children's books on art, science and history.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781408114926 |
| ISBN 10 | 1408114925 |
| Title | Looking at Pictures |
| Author | Joy Richardson |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2009-07-22 |
| Number of pages | 80 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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