The Artivist

Name: The Artivist
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780593619650
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By Nikkolas Smith

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iThe Artivist by Nikkolas Smith is a vibrant children's book that explores the intersection of art and activism. It follows a young protagonist who learns how art can be a powerful tool for change and social justice, inspiring readers to use their creativity to make a positive impact in the world. The story encourages children to express themselves and understand the potential their voices have in shaping the future.
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You might enjoy this book if you are inspired by stories that combine art and activism to empower young readers. It explores the journey of using creativity to effect positive change in the world, making it a captivating read for children interested in how art can impact social issues.

The Artivist

An inspiring picture book about how children can combine art and activism in their daily lives.

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An inspiring picture book about how children can combine art and activism in their daily lives.

"They say I'm an artist. They say I'm an activist."

When a young boy realises the scope of inequities in the wider world, he's seized with the urge to do more. He decides to bring together the different parts of himself—the artist and the activist—to become... an Artivist. After his mural goes viral, he sets out to change the world one painting at a time.

With inspiring text and stunning illustrations by Nikkolas Smith, The Artivist is a call to action for young readers to point out injustice in their lives and try to heal the broken bones of the world through their art.

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The Artivist by Nikkolas Smith has received significant acclaim, including numerous awards and high praise in reviews. It is celebrated for its powerful message and evocative artwork, highlighting the journey of an artistic Black boy eager to make a positive difference in the world. The book is recognised for facilitating discussions on social justice, with vibrant illustrations bringing pressing issues like gentrification and environmental concerns to young audiences in an accessible manner.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593619650

Publisher: Penguin Young Readers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Kokila

Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUSTRATIONS

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 265.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 539g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Nikkolas Smith Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Nikkolas Smith is an Artivist, picture book author, and Hollywood film illustrator. He is the author-illustrator of The Golden Girls of Rio and My Hair Is Poofy & That's Okay. He also illustrated the picture books I Am Ruby Bridges, Black Panther- Wakanda Forever- The Courage to Dream, That Flag, and the New York Times bestselling The 1619 Project- Born on the Water. Many of Nikkolas's viral and globally published sketches that have sparked important conversations and inspired meaningful change are included in his book Sunday Sketch- The Art of Nikkolas. He speaks on his Artivism at conferences, workplaces, and schools around the world, and he also leads workshops about digital painting. Born in Houston, Texas, Nikkolas lives in Los Angeles, California. Learn more here- NIKKOLAS.art