Wings of an Artist: Childrens Book Illustrators Talk About Their Art

What gives flight to an artist's imagination? In this colorful collection, more than 20 children's book artists, through text & illustration, offer their thoughts about art & the muse that inspires their work. For some, parents & friends encouraged their efforts; for others, a fertile imagination or a desire to entertain led them to create exciting worlds on canvas or paper. With page after page of different art styles, techniques, & interpretations, this book offers parents, librarians, & teachers a unique opportunity to talk about art with children in a thoughtful yet fun way. To help spark a dialogue, simple concepts & ideas for activities are provided. The compilation results in an outstanding collection for art lovers of all ages & a wellspring of inspiration for the artists of tomorrow.Cummins, Julie is the author of 'Wings of an Artist: Childrens Book Illustrators Talk About Their Art', published 1999 under ISBN 9781422350126 and ISBN 1422350126.