This charming book introduces one of the most popular artists of the twentieth century, Diego Rivera, to young readers. It tells the story of Diego as a young, mischievous boy who demonstrated a clear passion for art and then went on to become one of the most famous painters in the world. Duncan Tonatiuh also prompts readers to think about what Diego would paint today. Just as Diego's murals depicted great historical events in Mexican culture or celebrated native peoples, if Diego were painting today, what would his artwork ...
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This charming book introduces one of the most popular artists of the twentieth century, Diego Rivera, to young readers. It tells the story of Diego as a young, mischievous boy who demonstrated a clear passion for art and then went on to become one of the most famous painters in the world. Duncan Tonatiuh also prompts readers to think about what Diego would paint today. Just as Diego's murals depicted great historical events in Mexican culture or celebrated native peoples, if Diego were painting today, what would his artwork depict? How would his paintings reflect today's culture?Diego Rivera: His World and Ours is a wonderful introduction to this great artist.Praise for Diego Rivera� "By establishing a link between modern readers and Rivera and challenging them to "make our own murals," the author makes art both aspiration and action. Both solid introduction and exhortation, this book will thrill budding artists." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Kids will want to talk about the great painter, and young artists will find inspiration for their own creations." -Booklist
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Fine. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 40 p. Contains: Illustrations, color. Intended for a juvenile audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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New. A contemporary look at Diego Rivera from a talented, emerging artist and author. Num Pages: 40 pages, 32 pages of full-colour illustrations. BIC Classification: A; YNA. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 239 x 262 x 11. Weight in Grams: 474. 2011. Hardback.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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Good. Minimal signs of wear. Corners and cover may show wear. May contain highlighting and or writing. May be missing dust jacket. May not include supplemental materials. May be a former library book.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
This book is a great way for children to think of what they want to be when they grow up, and give them faith that they can do whatever they want to do! This story is a true story about a painter that loved to draw as a kid, and decided to be an artist as his profession. This book is craftily illustrated like a Mexican portrait because the artist is originally from Mexico, but is also interesting how when he travels the world, the illustrations are still from the Mexican point of view. This gives a global perspective to children and the illustrations make the book come alive. Throughout the book, there are also different lessons over the different styles of artwork that he experimented with. I feel this book is very important to children who become easily discouraged and shows them that any hard work can pay off.
amybug
Nov 18, 2012
This was a wonderful picture book! the way that Duncan portrayed Diego was amazing. The way he showed that Diego was open to travel to another place to learn more about his passion was awesome. The was he tied the old ways of things to the new way of doing those things is an eye opener for kids. The illustrations in this book tell the story right along with the words. They are very colorful and eye popping. I would consider this book informational along with a children's picture book. I would consider it informational because it tells facts about different places and about the people that live in those places. I read this book twice because I liked it so much!