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Splat!

The Most Exciting Artists of All Time
By Mary Richards
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Splat! by Mary Richards is an engaging children's book that takes young readers on a colourful journey through the vibrant world of art. Each page bursts with creativity as it explores the messy, fun, and imaginative aspects of painting, encouraging kids to express themselves freely while learning about different art styles and techniques. With its captivating illustrations and playful narrative, it inspires children to embrace their artistic side.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you are curious about the impact of art and creativity on young minds. The story combines vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives to explore the fun and messy world of artistic expression, making it perfect for budding artists or those who appreciate imaginative storytelling.

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Splat!

Traces art history through its key turning points and helps to map important art movements from the Renaissance and Impressionism to Surrealism and contemporary art. In this title, the achievements of these artists and the challenges, difficulties and dangers they faced are excitingly brought to life.

The real-life stories of some of the greatest artists of all time

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Splat! traces art history through the artists who helped to make important artistic innovations, including Michelangelo and the High Renaissance; Bruegel and his paintings of everyday peasant life; Manet and the shock of Impressionism; and Duchamp and the Dada revolution. Read the real-life stories of artists, such as Caravaggio, Jan Vermeer, Henri Rousseau, Vincent Van Gogh, Wassily Kandinsky and Frida Kahlo, who dared to imagine new ways of depicting the world. The achievements of these artists and the challenges, difficulties and dangers they faced are excitingly brought to life.

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Splat! by Mary Richards is highly praised for offering excellent insight into art and the lives of great artists, capturing their challenges and achievements. Reviewers commend the book as engaging and informative for children, with its dynamic infographics and diagrams making it an effective introduction to art history. It is noted as an ideal gift for young art enthusiasts, successfully bringing art to life with both historical and contemporary artists included.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500650653

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 96

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mary Richards

About the Author

Mary Richards is a writer, publisher and musician. She was previously art publisher for the Hayward Gallery in London.

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