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The Artist

By Ed Vere
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The Artist by Ed Vere is a delightful children's book that follows a creative journey, capturing the essence of self-expression and imagination. The story revolves around a young artist exploring a vibrant world of colours, shapes, and lines. It's a joyful celebration of the artistic process, encouraging children to let their imagination run wild.
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This playful and vibrant story is perfect for budding young artists and creative minds. You'll enjoy the charming narrative and delightful illustrations that encourage imagination and creativity in children. It's a great pick for those who love a splash of colour and the joy of artistic expression.

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From the award-winning Ed Vere comes a joyful and inspirational celebration of beauty, mistakes and the artist in all of us.

One brave little artist goes on one epic adventure to share her art, and in doing so learns that it doesn't matter if you colour outside the lines, that art is full of heart... and that maybe you are an artist too!

"Ed is a genius. This book is phenomenal" - Nadia Shireen

"Writer-illustrator Ed Vere returns with another beautifully illustrated children's book, celebrating what it means to be an artist ... an uplifting story for any child who loves to draw" - The Independent

"Colourful, boldly imaginative, dynamic, quirky, and wonderfully child-appealing illustrations. . . . This book proclaims what children already know - Creativity and making art spark joy" - Kirkus Reviews starred review

Praise for Ed Vere's How to be a Lion - winner of the Oscar's Book Prize

"This witty, resonant picture book is a manual for anyone's life, young or old." - Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week

"Positive role models showing boys how to be a whole person are few and far between these days. This marvellous book triumphs in that essential job." - Kirkus

"Gently reminiscent of Winnie the Pooh" - BookTrust

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The Artist by Ed Vere receives praise for its beautiful illustrations and uplifting story, ideal for children who love to draw. Reviews highlight its messages of creativity, self-belief, and the importance of accepting mistakes as part of the artistic process. The book is described as colourful and engaging, encouraging both children and adults to appreciate art's joyous impact. It's particularly recommended for its optimistic ending and inspiration for budding artists.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141376387

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ed Vere
  • Illustrated by Ed Vere

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 212.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 176g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Ed Vere (Author, Illustrator) Ed Vere is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling writer and illustrator of picture books, including How To Be a Lion - winner of Oscar's Book Prize - and Max the Brave which was named one of The Sunday Times's '100 Modern Children's Classics'. He studied fine art at Camberwell College of Art and has been writing and illustrating children's books since 1999. Ed has worked with CLPE to co-create the Power of Pictures scheme which encourages visual literacy in primary school education and has received major funding from the Arts Council. He is also a painter, working from his studio in east London.

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