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Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved...
4) Frida Kahlo
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
c1994
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
5) Diego Rivera
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House Publishers
Pub. Date
c1991
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and times of the noted Mexican muralist, discussing his art and politics.
Author
Publisher
Cricket Books
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Through words and paintings, an artist tells about growing up on a cotton plantation in Cuthbert, Georgia, serving time in prison for his actions during a civil rights demonstration, and finding a purpose and direction in life.
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
©2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 7
Language
English
Description
Generously illustrated with archival prints and photos of Catlin's own paintings, this accessible biography of one of America's best-known painters weaves a well-researched history with stories of Catlin's travels and adventures.
Author
Publisher
Viking
Pub. Date
2009
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Tom Moran had never ridden a horse or slept under the stars before, but the paintings he created on his journey from city boy to seasoned explorer would lead to the founding of America's first national park.
12) Vincent Van Gogh
Author
Series
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Pub. Date
2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life, art, and legacy of the Dutch artist Vincent Van Gogh. Includes a timeline linking the events in his life with world events.
Author
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Diego Rivera offers young readers unique insight into the life and artwork of the famous Mexican painter and muralist. The book follows Rivera's career, looking at his influences and tracing the evolution of his style. His work often called attention to the culture and struggles of the Mexican working class. Believing that art should be for the people, he created public murals in both the United States and Mexico, examples of which are included."--Amazon.com....
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Georgia O'Keeffe is famously known for her colorful, large paintings of flowers, but this artist's portfolio expands far beyond Jack-in-the-pulpits. In this book, young readers will learn about O'Keeffe's childhood in Wisconsin and her years as a talented art school teacher. Her years as an artist in both New York and New Mexico, two areas that are heavily represented in her artwork, reveal O'Keeffe's influences. Explore the adventures that inspired...
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