| Description |
1 online resource (321 p.): illustrations, colour |
| Contents |
Intro -- Title Page -- Dedication -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Introduction -- How to Use This Book -- 10 Tips for Preparing your Creative Space -- Tempera Painting with Children is as Easy as 1, 2, 3 -- How to Make Painted Paper -- Nature -- Stained Glass Window -- Clay Sunflowers -- Mountain Landscape -- Zinnia Still Life -- Towering Trees -- The Great Wave -- Water Lilies Painting -- Thistles in the Wind -- Seascapes -- Folk Art Flowers -- Setting Sun of Colors -- Into the Woods -- Tissue Petal Sunflowers -- Lake George Landscape -- Polka Dot Pumpkins -- Reflections of the Sun |
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Alfalfa Fields -- Flower Bouquet -- The Starry Night -- Spotted Mushrooms -- Water Lily Clay Sculpture -- Dazzling Landscapes with Patterned Trees -- Colors and Shapes -- Heart -- Coke Bottle -- Quilts -- Music and Movement -- Splashes of Color -- Found Objects Sculpture -- Circles -- Abstract -- Colorful Cardboard Creations -- Printing with Sponges -- Rainbow Fields -- Tissue Paper Drip Designs -- Abstract Marble Painting -- Patchwork Collage -- Concentric Circles -- Gumball Machine -- Portraits and Animals -- Dinosaur Jazz -- Cubist Lobster -- Circus Elephants -- Tall, Skinny Person |
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Barking Dog -- Still Life with Bird -- Bumble Bees -- Birdcage -- Patterned Portraits -- Cities and Ports -- Open Window to the Sea -- City Buildings -- Tramp Steamer -- City Life in Harlem -- Ferris Wheel in Paris -- Appendix -- Index -- About the Author |
| Summary |
Learn to create art just like the famous artists who inspire us―it's easier than you think! Known for her colorful painted paper lessons, elementary art teacher Laura Lohmann has created the go-to art history book to creatively engage kids. Mini Masterpieces: Exploring Art History With Hands-On Projects for Kids encourages young artists to explore various art materials through projects inspired by a diverse collection of famous artists past and present from around the world. This invaluable guide to creating beautiful art includes: 52 art projects thoroughly tested by more than 800 kids to get them just right—perfect for ages 5-12 and all different skill levels. Step-by-step full-color photos, helpful tips and techniques (including how to make painted paper), and a list of must-have inexpensive art supplies. Background information about each unique artist that will help young artists get to know them and their body of work. Learning art history has never been more fun! |
| Notes |
Description based upon print version of record |
| Subject |
Children's art.
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Art -- Study and teaching (Elementary)
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children's art.
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Art -- Study and teaching (Elementary)
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Children's art
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
The Innovation Press (firm)
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| ISBN |
9781943147823 |
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1943147825 |
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