I Like Art: Realism

Art history made accessible and enjoyable for kids Learn all about the Realism period in art in this art history book for kids. Meet famous artists like Jean-François Millet, Winslow Homer, and Gustave Courbet and find out why they painted the way they did. Realist art became popular after the French Revolution and featured art that depicted regular people in everyday situations. Kids will learn to spot details and themes in Impressionist art and will develop an appreciation for the style through this simple and child appropriate book. Here's a sample page from the book: Look at the dark browns, oranges, and black tones of this painting of a farmer and his animals. This is an example of Realism. Realism is the artistic style or genre that shows people and their lives in a real way that tells the truth about life.

• | Author: Margaux Stanitsas
• | Publisher: Xist Publishing
• | Publication Date: Feb 01, 2018
• | Number of Pages: 32 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback/Juvenile Nonfiction
• | ISBN-10: 1532405251
• | ISBN-13: 9781532405259