Book
A history of pictures for children : from cave paintings to computer drawings / David Hockney & Martin Gayford ; illustrated by Rose Blake ; abridged and adapted by Mary Richards.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781419732119 (hc-pob with jacket)
- ISBN: 1419732110
- Physical Description: 128 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
- Publisher: New York : Abrams Books for Young Readers, [2018]
- Copyright: ©2018
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Abridged and adapted by Mary Richards from A history of pictures by David Hockney and Martin Gayford. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Thinking about pictures -- Making marks -- Light and shadows -- Watch this space -- Mirrors and reflections -- Painting and photography -- Moving pictures -- The story goes on -- Timeline of inventions. |
| Summary, etc.: | A History of Pictures takes young readers on an adventure through art history. From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. Hockney and Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. All new illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images. A History of Pictures will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Art > History > Juvenile literature. Art > History. |
| Genre: | Illustrated works. |
Available copies
- 12 of 12 copies available at Bibliomation.
- 1 of 1 copy available at Jonathan Trumbull Library - Lebanon. (Show)
Holds
- 0 current holds with 12 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Trumbull Library - Lebanon | J 709 HOCKNEY (Text) | 33430141185819 | Juvenile Fiction | Available | - |
| Burroughs-Saden Main - Bridgeport | j709 HOCKNEY (Text) | 34000076305457 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| C.H. Booth Library - Newtown | J 709 HOC (Text) | 34014142332056 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Gunn Memorial Library - Washington | J709 HOC (Text) | 34055147362333 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Mark Twain Library Association - Redding | JNF 709 Hoc (Text) | 33620143569727 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Norfolk Library | J 709 HOC (Text) | 36058010263867 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| North Branch - Bridgeport | j709 HOCKNEY (Text) | 34000081401309 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Oxford Public Library | J 709 HOC (Text) | 33530154689316 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Rowayton Library | J 709 HOC (Text) | 33625122923563 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Somers Public Library | J709 HOC (Text) | 34042142550104 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
