Showing 1–3 of 3 titles

• Genre: Arts
• Award year: 2014

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  The Mad Potter: George E. Ohr, Eccentric Genius

  By Jan Greenberg, Sandra Jordan

  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

  By Jen Bryant, Melissa Sweet (Illustrator)

  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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  Tito Puente: Mambo King / Rey del Mambo

  By Monica Brown, Rafael López (Illustrator)

  In this vibrant, bilingual portrayal of Tito Puente, the King of Mambo, Rafael López conveys the rhythm and movement of this musical legend through the use of bold colors, swirly lines, and carefully placed word art.

  • Nonfiction, Arts
  • Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2014 (Honor Title)
  • Younger
  • ISBN: 9780061227837