David Domeniconi

With so many colors to choose from, why did Henri Matisse use only three? How can an artist make a three-dimensional picture on a flat sheet of paper? Why is some Aboriginal art described as x-ray style? "M is for Masterpiece", a comprehensive guide to fine art written for children, provides satisfying answers to such questions and more. From ancient cave paintings to Christo's Running Fence, a wide variety of art forms and styles are discussed in details that children will understand and show more adults will appreciate. "M is for Masterpiece" not only teaches about the great artists and techniques that originated in various parts of the world, but also discusses the elements of painting, art media, and landscapes of the American West. The art of photography and architecture is also covered. show less

Travel through the alphabet and around the nation with this enchanting book for readers of all levels.

Yes, it is an alphabet book. And like all of the other books in this series, it has a short verse in rhyme for each letter, connected with the theme of the book. But there is much more. The brilliant and detailed illustrations are complimented by sidebars with much more detailed historical and cultural information about each locale. And that is what makes this series enjoyable for show more three-year-olds as well as older siblings and adults.

This volume looks at our national parks, and author Domeniconi finds something, and usually more than one thing, to say for each letter from A to Z. Who knew Joshua Trees live to be 800 years old? Or that that Dry Tortugas National Park is actually mostly under water? show less

This is a very informative book but I'm not sure what age group it would really be appropriate for because it is an alphabet book that goes fairly in depth about different works of art, styles and art techniques. Also, some of the alphabet rhymes are a little reaching like "U" is for untitled...which makes sense I guess in the art world but doesn't seem to have much merit to me as a reader.

This is an amazing alphabet book which takes the reader from Alcatraz to Zorro and introduces readers to California's facts, symbols, and history. The main story is told in simple rhyme, but the margins of the pages have a lot of historical tidbits. Pam Carroll's illustrations are excellent too and will help students learn a lot about California.