Get into Art: People: Discover Great Art - and Create Your Own

Get Into Art

by Susie Brooks

This children's activity series explores a wide range of artists' work while encouraging children to develop their own skills and techniques.

Genres: Art, Picture Books, Childrens

Paperback

First published June 1, 2012

About the author

Susie Brooks is a writer and editor of children’s books. Her subjects cover art, geography, prehistoric animals and more.

Reviews

[Marathon County Public Library · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get Into Art People features twelve famous artists with distinct styles. Each section includes a full page reproduction of the artist’s work with information about the artist and his/her technique. The genius here is a fold out page with an accompanying project that incorporates the artist’s work. The book ends with a glossary and materials list. The book is great for encouraging art appreciation, and for all children interested in arts and crafts.

Katie Z. / Marathon County Public Library
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[Kim Heimbuch]

Update 4/14/13- Review coming soon as I have to wait for it appear at it's original review site listing.

[Wendy]

Great for upper elementary and middle schoolers as both an introduction to great artists and a springboard for their own creativity.

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has some cute ideas for kids to use to engage with art in a way that could mimic the different artists the book showcases.

[Darla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Famous art depicting people each with a really cool, instructional project and short blurb about the artist.

[Great Books]

Pick up this book and some art supplies and let the fun begin! Young artists will enjoy learning about famous paintings and creating their own works using similar techniques. 22

[Rosanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book!

[Kelsey Yates · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this series. It shows a piece of art, tells about the artist and how it was made, and includes a project for the kids related to the style discussed.