Speaking of Art

Colorful Quotes by Famous Painters (Bob Raczka's Art Adventures)

By Raczka, Bob

Publishers Summary:
When did Vincent Van Gogh feel most alive? Why did Juan Gris always pet a dog with his left hand? Inside this book, you'll find the answers to these questions and more in the words of the artists themselves. Art lover Bob Raczka pairs thought-provoking (and sometimes funny) quotes by famous painters with colorful examples of their best work. The result is an enjoyable gallery of observations about the joys and the mysteries of art. From Edgar Degas' The Rehearsal (1878-79) to Georgia O'Keeffe's Evening Star, No. III (1917) to Romare Bearden's Family (1986), you'll discover the works - and the wisdom - of eighteen artistic masters.

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978-0-76135-054-5
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School Library Journal

Reviewed on May 1, 2010

Gr 3-6 Raczka pairs paintings with quotes from their respective creators. The artists' words provide insightful glimpses into their philosophies or personalities. Pairings are thoughtful and sometimes humorous, highlighting the work of 19th- and 20th-century men and...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2010

Eighteen famous nineteenth- and twentieth-century painters speak for themselves in this introduction to art appreciation. Quotes from each a...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Junior Library Guild

Reviewed on April 1, 2010

Memorable quotations add insight to the featured artwork and to the artists’ creative processes. The book’s de...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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