Examines the life and art of Philadelphia-born dadaist-surrealist painter and photographer Man Ray, discussing his childhood and education, the influences on his work, and his unconventional techniques and images. Includes over one hundred illustrations.
A guide to understanding Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer, looking at what little is known about his life, providing background on the times in which he lived, and discussing the influences on his art. Includes over fifty-five illustrations.
A guide to understanding American artist Norman Rockwell, discussing his family, his depiction of American life, his civil rights advocacy, and the debate over whether his work is art or illustration. Includes over sixty illustrations.
Offers a brief introduction to the life and work of nineteenth-century artist Mary Cassatt, focusing on her contributions to the Impressionist movement.
Provides a brief introduction to the life and work of Mark Rothko, a Russian immigrant who became one of the greatest American artists of the twentieth century.
Offers a brief introduction to the life and work of Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch, discussing how he became rich selling his paintings, how he used grotesque symbols to tell Bible stories, and how he became the forerunner of the twentieth-century Surrealists.
Examines the life and art of American sculptor Alexander Calder, discussing his family, childhood, education, and early work experiences, and looking at his career as an artist. Includes over sixty illustrations.
