art appreciation

An illustrated survey of twentieth-century modern art, from Matisse to such recent artists as Paula Rego and Anthony Gormley.

Through an examination of techniques, style, and theme, photographs, illustrations, and text describe how the art of the 19th century reflects the age of industrialization.

Presents clues to recognizing the artist's works and identifying his paintings. Color, line, shape, composition, subject matter, and brushwork are revealed through reproductions of his works.

Presents clues to recognizing the artist's work and identifying his paintings. Color, line, shape, composition, subject matter, and brushwork are revealed through reproductions of his work.

Presents clues to recognizing the artist's work and identifying her paintings. Color, line, shape, composition, subject matter, and brushwork are revealed through a look at some of the reproductions of her works.

Covers 20 artists from the Renaissance to the 20th century discussing their lives and times, the inspiration behind their works, and their places in art history.

Follows the life of the versatile artist Leonardo da Vinci, from his childhood near Florence to his death in France.

Examines the life and work of Picasso, discussing how and why his art looks the way it does and how it relates to the artist.

Explores such art topics as style, composition, color, and subject matter as they relate to twelve works by Monet.

When a girl learns her sleeping bag, decorated with unusual marks in bright colors, is patterned after a painting by Miro, her class is eager to learn about his life and times.