Illustrated step-by-step painting projects include bustling street scenes, sunny fields of flowers, night skies popping with fireworks and more. Budding artists will proudly say, “I can paint!”
Encouraging play and experimentation with everyday materials and tools, Starting Art unlocks the creative spirit in every young child. This excellent new series offers unique clear and inspiring step-by-step illustrated techniques for creating fun and appealing art projects that lead to discovery and a real sense of accomplishment.
Starting Art introduces art concepts such as color, form and texture, reinforced and put into practice through the creative process. Each book includes a visual glossary of key art terms and a note to parents and teachers on how to ensure a good art experience every time.
... Luxbacher makes painting look as easy as 1-2-3 in this wonderful addition to the Starting Art series.
An ideal choice for art-challenged adults who find themselves charged with teaching children to paint, this will also be popular with motivated young painters.
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Irene Luxbacher makes painting look as easy as 1-2-3 in this wonderful addition to the Starting Art series. By breaking down the fundamentals of painting and colour theory into easy-to-digest painting projects, Luxbacher shows kids that anyone can paint an underwater scene, a field of flowers, busy city streets or fireworks — even parents and teachers!
Source: The Canadian Children's Bookcentre. Spring 2008. Vol.31 No.2.