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Carmen T. Bernier-Grand’s inspiring free verse and David Diaz’s vivid paintings capture the defining moments and emotions of Rivera’s tumultuous life, including his stormy relationship with artist Frida Kahlo and his passion for his art. Rivera’s energy, physique, love for women, and work were all “bigger than life”. A biography, chronology, glossary, sources, notes, and famous quotations are included.

Artist turned inventor, he developed the telegraph and Morse Code.

Exploring the life and works of the great artist, World’s Greatest Art: Da Vinci considers the achievements of Italy’s most well-known and influential artist. The book follows his artistic development, from early drawings and paintings while apprentice to artist Andrea del Verrocchio, to his later works, including the renowned Mona Lisa as well as his scientific observations and inventions that still impact the world today.

Describes the life and work of the twentieth-century French painter, Camille Pissarro.

This book is part of a series providing an introduction to some of the world's greatest painters, their lives and work. In each book, the author uses cartoons and a storyline to enhance and give the reader an insight into each artist's most famous paintings. The reader is encouraged to look at each painting and notice changes in the artist's style during their lifetime.

Supposedly narrated in the first person by the artist, a title which invites the reader to spend an informative weekend with Picasso, learning about his life and work. Illustrated in colour throughout.

The inspiring true story of the Giacometti brothers, one an artist, the other a daredevil, both devoted to their craft . . . but even more devoted to each other. A Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People A Capitol Choices Noteworthy Title Everyone who knew them agreed. Alberto was the genius of the family. His younger brother Diego was his opposite--he didn't care much for books or schoolwork, and he had no idea what he would be when he grew up. But despite their differences, the tw...

"Caldecott Medalist Allen Say presents a stunning graphic novel chronicling his journey as an artist during WWII, when he apprenticed under Noro Shinpei, Japan's premier cartoonistDRAWING FROM MEMORY is Allen Say's own story of his path to becoming the renowned artist he is today. Shunned by his father, who didn't understand his son's artistic leanings, Allen was embraced by Noro Shinpei, Japan's leading cartoonist and the man he came to love as his "spiritual father." As WWII raged, Allen was f...

"An engaging, kid-friendly exploration of America's leading architect and his work This revised and updated edition of a longstanding classic, Frank Lloyd Wright for Kids, details the life, times, and work of the celebrated architect. Through simple, kid-friendly prose and anecdotes, author Kathleen Thorne-Thomsen describes the influences of Wright's Wisconsin childhood filled with nature, music, and close family ties; his struggles to find work as a young architect; the unique style that led hi...

The Great Lives in Graphics series is a new way of looking at the lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with lesser-known facts and trivia, and uses infographics to show them in a fresh visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy. Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many...

Narayan loved words, while Doodu loved to draw. This is the story of how two brothers created the immortal town of Malgudi.A delightfully illustrated short biography that will inspire young readers.

Delightful stories recount episodes from the childhood of famous composers and artists. Lively, full-color illustrations on each page capture the spirit of their times.Pablo Picasso was born in 1881, the son of a prominent Spanish painter. But young Pablo's father was quick to recognize that his son was the family's true artistic genius. Here's a childhood story that will appeal to today's young readers.

-- Profiles the lives and careers of women whose accomplishments have contributed to our society -- Fully illustrated with photographs and paintings

Before Satyajit Ray became a world-famous film maker, he was a little boy who saw many things in the shadows. A delightfully illustrated short biography that will inspire young readers.