Bibliograph

A history of pictures for children, from cave paintings to computer drawings, David Hockney & Martin Gayford ; illustrated by Rose Blake

Type

Label

A history of pictures for children, from cave paintings to computer drawings, David Hockney & Martin Gayford ; illustrated by Rose Blake

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

A history of pictures for children

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1019842145

Responsibility statement

David Hockney & Martin Gayford ; illustrated by Rose Blake

Sub title

from cave paintings to computer drawings

Summary

A History of Pictures takes young readers on an adventure through art history. From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. Hockney and Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. All new illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images. A History of Pictures will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today

Table Of Contents

Thinking about pictures -- Making marks -- Light and shadows -- Watch this space -- Mirrors and reflections -- Painting and photography -- Moving pictures -- The story goes on -- Timeline of inventions

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor

Creator