Susie Hodge
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"How do you sum up the . . . world of art in just 100 words? . . . From pottery to Pointillism, each of the carefully chosen 100 words has its own 100-word long description and quirky illustration, providing a[n] . . . introduction to art from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary masterpieces"--Back cover.
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ArtQuake' tells the stories of 50 pivotal works that shook the world, telling the fascinating stories behind their creation, reception and legacy. Causing fascination and intrigue in some, repulse and scorn in others, these cutting-edge totems celebrated novelty and innovation and defined twentieth-century art. From Gustave Courbet's The Bathers (1853) to Marcel Duchamp's Fountain (1917); Yves Klein's Anthropology Performance (1960) to Judy Chicago's...
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Explore the landscapes and places that inspired great art: find peace in Monet's lily-filled garden oasis, climb Mount Fuji on a printmaker's pilgrimage, sail with Gauguin to the South Pacific to stretch your imagination, or contemplate light and the changing seasons on Chelsea Embankment. Artistic Places is a stunningly illustrated, visionary guide for seekers of beauty, rare tales and cultural riches. Find yourself instantly transported to the places...
4) Israel
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In Israel, you will learn that since its foundation in 1948, Israel has undergone dramatic changes. As a Jewish state it has welcomed Jews from all over the world, leading to an eightfold increase in its population. This has benefited the Israeli economy and given Israel a rich and diverse culture, but has also brought challenges.
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Descubra las obras de arte que se atrevieron a ser diferentes, que arriesgaron reputaciones y que pusieron en peligro carreras profesionales.
-Las fascinantes historias que hay detrás de la creación, la recepción y el legado de 50 obras transgresoras.
-Desde Las bañistas (1853), de Gustave Courbet, hasta la Fuente (1917), de Marcel Duchamp, Antropometría sin título (1960), de Yves Klein, La cena (1974-1979), de Judy Chicago, pasando por el Cristo...
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Create effective portraits in a matter of minutes with this practical drawing guide, written by experienced art educator Susie Hodge.
Producing portraits has always been considered an important skill for artists, so Just Draw! Faces in 15 Minutes explains the skills a budding artist needs so that you can try your hand at a variety of projects, all in easy, 15-minute periods.
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• How to create quick sketches
• How to convey age,...
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Diviértete con estas sorprendentes creaciones de papel. Encontrarás modelos de papiroflexia, de marionetas de dedo y tarjetas de felicitación tridimensionales, de cajas, molinillos y marcos para fotos. ¡Empieza a doblar!
* Incluye todo lo que necesitas.
* Te ofrece proyectos perfectos para un día lluvioso.
* Desarrolla tu creatividad.
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Van Gogh's distinctive style of expressive brushstrokes and bold colors is now world famous, but during his lifetime the artist was met with cold disinterest from his contemporaries.
This book explores the fascinating life story of this tortured soul, who came late to art and suffered throughout his life from anxiety and depression. It unravels the influences behind his artworks, from the luminous landscapes of the south of France to the Japanese...
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What's stopping you from drawing? Just Draw! A Step-by-Step Guide for Artists offers a simple and effective way to get going and learn to draw in a wide variety of genres.
Divided into two sections and offering plenty of space for practice, you can develop your skills in the first section, learning how to plan a drawing with just lines, consider perspective and volume, and how to create different effects.
The second section contains 11 step-by-step...
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Drawing is easy - but you need to know the basics. Artist and writer Susie Hodge gets you drawing right away. With simple exercises to build your confidence, she quickly shows you how to grasp the fundamentals. Every exercise is made up of step-by-step instructions with clear, easy-to-follow illustrations. Line by line, you can see how it's all done and soon you will be creating your own fantastic artworks. For anyone who's ever wanted to try their...
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This book brings an era to life with vivid stories and information from those who were there. During World War Two, 90% of the British population remained civilians. The War affected daily life more than any other war had done before. The majority of British people faced this will fortitude, courage and determination and this is their story, the telling of events and situations that forced their ingenuity and survival instincts to rise. Make do and...
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Discover the fascinating connections between the world's greatest artists.
Artistic Circles introduces some of the most inspirational stories of friendship, love, creativity and shared passions in the world of art. Whether through teaching, as in the case of Paul Klee and Anni Albers, a mutual muse, as seen in the flowers of Georgia O'Keeffe and Takashi Murakami, or an inspirational romantic coupling like that of Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock....
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I Know an Artist is a collection of 84 illustrated portraits that reveal the fascinating connections between the world's most famous artists. Whether through teaching, as in the case of Paul Klee and Anni Albers; a mutual muse, as seen in the flowers of Georgia O'Keeffe and Takashi Murakami; or an inspirational romantic coupling like that of Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock. In telling the stories of these creatives lives and achievements – each...
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THINK YOU KNOW BOSCH FROM BOTTICELLI? MONDRIAN FROM MIRO? THINK AGAIN...
The Art Puzzle Book turns art history on its head by testing your brainpower and perception on some the world's most iconic paintings. Journey from ancient Egypt to 1980s New York solving riddles, discovering hidden secrets and challenging your general knowledge.
Esteemed art historian Susie Hodge and leading brain trainer Dr Gareth Moore introduce you to 36 iconic pieces of...
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Thames & Hudson
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[2016]
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English
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Artists ask questions when they make art and viewers ask questions when they look at art. This gently provocative book provides an engaging way for young people to start asking and answering questions for themselves. Why is art full of naked people? is structured around 22 questions, each one tackled over two spreads. The opening spread explores the question and answer, inviting the reader to study a full-bleed image of an important artwork. The second...
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Kane Miller
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2021.
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English
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"The large variety of jobs that await the art lover are showcased in this peek into the workdays of 25 workers whose jobs involve art. Learn what it takes to be an architect or an art historian, how a technical illustrator or a game designer spends their day, and what's involved in hosting an art auction or tracking down art forgers"--
20) Prehistoric art
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Heinemann Interactive Library
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c1998
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English
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Examines the art of prehistoric times, including painting, reliefs, sculpture, and pottery that has been found in Africa, the Pacific, and the Americas.
