Work of Art: Creative Activities Inspired by Famous Artists

by Joan Sybil Chambers, Molly Hood

A Work of Art takes inspiration from the work of 17 famous artists including Botticelli, Da Vinci, Turner, Millais, Monet, Seurat, Van Gogh, Picasso, Magritte and Hockney. Biographical notes are given for each. It covers a wide range of historical periods and artistic styles to encourage discussion, comparison and interpretation by the children. 82 colour photographs of the artists' paintings, children's work and classroom displays provide fantastic inspiration for cross-curricular work and themed classroom displays.

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First published August 1, 1999