Description
This is one of a series of books on modern art created to help very young people learn the basic vocabulary used by artists, a sort of ABC of art. This book explores how people are depicted by artists and how they help to convey meaning in art. By looking at the people portrayed in this book and discussing their various characteristics, adults encourage children to develop creative thinking skills. Notes at the back of each book provide brief background information that adults will find useful when talking with children about the images reproduced in these books.
About the Author
Philip Yenawine is co-director of Visual Understanding in Education. He was director of the Department of Education at The Museum of Modern Art for nearly a decade, and is the author of numerous books on art, including How to Look at Modern Art and Key Art Terms for Beginners.
Book Information
ISBN 9780870701740
Author Philip Yenawine
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Museum of Modern Art
Publisher Museum of Modern Art
Weight(grams) 340g
About the Author
Philip Yenawine is co-director of Visual Understanding in Education. He was director of the Department of Education at The Museum of Modern Art for nearly a decade, and is the author of numerous books on art, including How to Look at Modern Art and Key Art Terms for Beginners.
Book Information
ISBN 9780870701740
Author Philip Yenawine
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint Museum of Modern Art
Publisher Museum of Modern Art
Weight(grams) 340g
