Showing 1–7 of 7 titles
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Action Jackson
Greenberg and Jordan capture Jackson Pollock's spirit and artistic style through succinct narrative and purposeful words. Detailed source notes enrich this informational picture book, which superbly portrays a brief period in Pollock's life. Parker's watercolor illustrations splash out of their frames, reflecting the action and movement for which Pollock is renowned.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2003 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780761316824
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Drawing from Memory
Say, an esteemed children's book creator, engagingly relays his early training, including the influences of his family and his artistic sensei, by filling his distinct scrapbook format with captivating text and dynamic illustrative styles, from watercolors to comics, which exudes enthusiasm and talent.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780545176866
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Funny Bones: Posada and His Day of the Dead Calaveras
In this book about artist José Guadalupe Posada, Tonatiuh juxtaposes his own artwork with Posada's iconic Dia de Muertos illustrations and life, telling the story of a remarkable man and time in Mexican history. (Sibert Medal Book & Belpré Illustrator Honor Book) -
The Mad Potter: George E. Ohr, Eccentric Genius
Greenberg and Jordan provide a fascinating account of the life and work of the eccentric and inventive ceramic artist, George E. Ohr. The text is enhanced by photographs and information about where to see his art today. He was, in his own words, “The Greatest Art Potter on Earth. You prove the contrary.”- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2014 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781596438101
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A Splash of Red: The Life and Art of Horace Pippin
Readers will be inspired by the passion and perseverance of artist Horace Pippin in this engaging picture book biography. The tightly woven narrative coupled with mixed media collage, watercolor and gouache illustrations capture the essence of Pippin's life and work.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2014 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780375867125
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Spooked! How a Radio Broadcast and The War of the Worlds Sparked the 1938 Invasion of America
Brought to life with the immediacy of a science fiction film, Spooked! relays the development and radio production of Welles's classic. Panicked first-person accounts record the hysteria and embarrassment of the duped public's reactions to “fake news,” propaganda and censorship. -
Vincent van Gogh
Greenberg and Jordan detail van Gogh's life in a compelling and engaging narrative that deftly incorporates quotes from his letters, and vividly portrays the circumstances that so influenced the painter's work and tormented life. The authors adeptly use first-hand material and paintings in their thoughtful interpretation of this passionate genius.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9780385328067