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Looking at Art with Children

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The Digital Children's Art Exhibition, available online until September 30, is presented alongside Wildflower Arts Centre and North Mount Pleasant Arts Centre. Check out this list of books, which includes non-fiction titles to get your creative juices flowing, as well as fiction titles.

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An Eye for Art

An Eye for Art

Focusing on Great Artists and Their Work

by National Gallery of Art (U.S.)

Book - 2013

Get ready for 40 fun activities that will inspire and spark creativity in any artist. Replicate the techniques used by some of the most masterful artists and discover how they developed their style. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Get ready for 40 fun activities that will inspire and spark creativity in any artist. Replicate the techniques used by some of the most masterful artists and discover how they developed their style. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

Get ready for 40 fun activities that will inspire and spark creativity in any artist. Replicate the techniques used by some of the most masterful artists and discover how they developed their style. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Get ready for 40 fun activities that will inspire and spark creativity in any artist. Replicate the techniques used by some of the most masterful artists and discover how they developed their style. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

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Art Lab for Kids

Art Lab for Kids

52 Creative Adventures in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Paper, and Mixed Media

by Schwake, Susan

Book - 2012

Creative families will never be bored again. With 52 art projects that are set into weekly, step-by-step lessons this could be a full year’s worth of art ...Show more Creative families will never be bored again. With 52 art projects that are set into weekly, step-by-step lessons this could be a full year’s worth of art labs. Each art project relates to the work and style of a contemporary artist that will spark each young artist’s personal style. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

Creative families will never be bored again. With 52 art projects that are set into weekly, step-by-step lessons this could be a full year’s worth of art ...Show more Creative families will never be bored again. With 52 art projects that are set into weekly, step-by-step lessons this could be a full year’s worth of art labs. Each art project relates to the work and style of a contemporary artist that will spark each young artist’s personal style. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

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Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

[a Course in Enhancing Creativity and Artistic Confidence]

by Edwards, Betty

Book - 2012

Did you know that when we draw, we experience a shift from our usual mode of thinking? Get ready for one of the most widely used drawing instruction books for any artist at any stage in their drawing abilities. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Did you know that when we draw, we experience a shift from our usual mode of thinking? Get ready for one of the most widely used drawing instruction books for any artist at any stage in their drawing abilities. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Show less

Did you know that when we draw, we experience a shift from our usual mode of thinking? Get ready for one of the most widely used drawing instruction books for any artist at any stage in their drawing abilities. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Did you know that when we draw, we experience a shift from our usual mode of thinking? Get ready for one of the most widely used drawing instruction books for any artist at any stage in their drawing abilities. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Show less

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Modern Art Adventures

Modern Art Adventures

36 Creative, Hands-on Projects Inspired by Artists From Monet to Banksy

by Pitamic, Maja

Book - 2015

Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to discover. Explore the stories and meaning behind 18 well-known modern works of art and then create your own....Show more Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to discover. Explore the stories and meaning behind 18 well-known modern works of art and then create your own. Projects cover a variety of techniques and visual effects in a wide range of media. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to discover. Explore the stories and meaning behind 18 well-known modern works of art and then create your own....Show more Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to discover. Explore the stories and meaning behind 18 well-known modern works of art and then create your own. Projects cover a variety of techniques and visual effects in a wide range of media. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

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Get Into Art

Get Into Art

Telling Stories

by Brooks, Susie

Book - 2015

Develop your own skills and techniques creating stories through art. Featuring 12 artworks with information about the work and the artists followed by cle...Show more Develop your own skills and techniques creating stories through art. Featuring 12 artworks with information about the work and the artists followed by clearly explained art projects. This is an opportunity to discover art and then create your own masterpieces. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

Develop your own skills and techniques creating stories through art. Featuring 12 artworks with information about the work and the artists followed by cle...Show more Develop your own skills and techniques creating stories through art. Featuring 12 artworks with information about the work and the artists followed by clearly explained art projects. This is an opportunity to discover art and then create your own masterpieces. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

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13 Modern Artists Children Should Know

13 Modern Artists Children Should Know

by Finger, Brad

Unknown - 2010

This is an exciting exploration of modern, pop, and postmodern art. With large illustrations, explanations and biographical information, and do-it-yoursel...Show more This is an exciting exploration of modern, pop, and postmodern art. With large illustrations, explanations and biographical information, and do-it-yourself activities young artists will be drawn to the stories and interactive opportunities. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

This is an exciting exploration of modern, pop, and postmodern art. With large illustrations, explanations and biographical information, and do-it-yoursel...Show more This is an exciting exploration of modern, pop, and postmodern art. With large illustrations, explanations and biographical information, and do-it-yourself activities young artists will be drawn to the stories and interactive opportunities. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Show less

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Hands on Art Projects

Hands on Art Projects

With Hands-on Activities Based on Famous Works of Art, of Landscapes, People, Animals, and Much Much More

by Lacey, Sue

Book - 2014

It is easy to get your hands ready and dive in with all the activities and projects in this book. This is an easy-to-follow guide with 14 different ideas ...Show more It is easy to get your hands ready and dive in with all the activities and projects in this book. This is an easy-to-follow guide with 14 different ideas based on replicating techniques from a famous work of art. This will encourage any young artist to explore, create, and observe the world around them. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

It is easy to get your hands ready and dive in with all the activities and projects in this book. This is an easy-to-follow guide with 14 different ideas ...Show more It is easy to get your hands ready and dive in with all the activities and projects in this book. This is an easy-to-follow guide with 14 different ideas based on replicating techniques from a famous work of art. This will encourage any young artist to explore, create, and observe the world around them. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

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1 2 3s of Art

1 2 3s of Art

by Hahn, Sabrina

Book - 2020

It’s never too early to start looking at art with your baby. This board book introduces some of the world’s most iconic art is perfect for Mom, Dad, baby,...Show more It’s never too early to start looking at art with your baby. This board book introduces some of the world’s most iconic art is perfect for Mom, Dad, baby, and toddlers to enjoy together while learning your 1, 2, 3s! In addition to counting elements in each painting the rhyming pages feature a question in a bubble for further play as children grow. Show less

It’s never too early to start looking at art with your baby. This board book introduces some of the world’s most iconic art is perfect for Mom, Dad, baby,...Show more It’s never too early to start looking at art with your baby. This board book introduces some of the world’s most iconic art is perfect for Mom, Dad, baby, and toddlers to enjoy together while learning your 1, 2, 3s! In addition to counting elements in each painting the rhyming pages feature a question in a bubble for further play as children grow. Show less

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The Book of Mistakes

The Book of Mistakes

by Luyken, Corinna

Book - 2017

Is one eye bigger than the other? Accidentally splatter paint on the bottom of your page? The artist in this storybook takes readers on a fantastical jour...Show more Is one eye bigger than the other? Accidentally splatter paint on the bottom of your page? The artist in this storybook takes readers on a fantastical journey as she transforms all of her “mistakes” into purposeful art decisions. At the end you may just be inspired to do the same. Erasers be gone! Recommended for ages 5 and up. Show less

Is one eye bigger than the other? Accidentally splatter paint on the bottom of your page? The artist in this storybook takes readers on a fantastical jour...Show more Is one eye bigger than the other? Accidentally splatter paint on the bottom of your page? The artist in this storybook takes readers on a fantastical journey as she transforms all of her “mistakes” into purposeful art decisions. At the end you may just be inspired to do the same. Erasers be gone! Recommended for ages 5 and up. Show less

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The Noisy Paint Box

The Noisy Paint Box

The Colors and Sounds of Kandinsky's Abstract Art

by Rosenstock, Barb

Book - 2014

When Vasya was a child his parents gave him a paint box which he proceeded to use to paint the sounds he heard coming out of the box! You can’t hear colou...Show more When Vasya was a child his parents gave him a paint box which he proceeded to use to paint the sounds he heard coming out of the box! You can’t hear colours the adults said! Follow Vasya as he journeys to adulthood becoming brave enough to once again paint the colours of the sounds he “saw” into something new: abstract art. In the ebook version pop out and enlarge the images for close-up examination. Recommended for ages 5 – 9. Show less

When Vasya was a child his parents gave him a paint box which he proceeded to use to paint the sounds he heard coming out of the box! You can’t hear colou...Show more When Vasya was a child his parents gave him a paint box which he proceeded to use to paint the sounds he heard coming out of the box! You can’t hear colours the adults said! Follow Vasya as he journeys to adulthood becoming brave enough to once again paint the colours of the sounds he “saw” into something new: abstract art. In the ebook version pop out and enlarge the images for close-up examination. Recommended for ages 5 – 9. Show less

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Paul Klee for Children

Paul Klee for Children

by Vry, Silke

Unknown - 2011

Master of whimsy and wizard of colours and lines, this book invites you to explore Paul Klee’s art for yourself by making your own stuff. From painting in...Show more Master of whimsy and wizard of colours and lines, this book invites you to explore Paul Klee’s art for yourself by making your own stuff. From painting in the kitchen to making the invisible visible this book is full of history and projects inspired by the fantastical modern playful art of Klee. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Show less

Master of whimsy and wizard of colours and lines, this book invites you to explore Paul Klee’s art for yourself by making your own stuff. From painting in...Show more Master of whimsy and wizard of colours and lines, this book invites you to explore Paul Klee’s art for yourself by making your own stuff. From painting in the kitchen to making the invisible visible this book is full of history and projects inspired by the fantastical modern playful art of Klee. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Show less

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The Hunter and His Dog

The Hunter and His Dog

A Fantastical Journey Through the World of Bruegel

by De Bruyn, Sassafras

Book - 2020

Ever wonder what it would be like to be inside a painting? This whimsical wordless picture book takes you on a playful journey through the middle ages wor...Show more Ever wonder what it would be like to be inside a painting? This whimsical wordless picture book takes you on a playful journey through the middle ages world of Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s art and includes an informative guide to his paintings and mini biography at the back. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Show less

Ever wonder what it would be like to be inside a painting? This whimsical wordless picture book takes you on a playful journey through the middle ages wor...Show more Ever wonder what it would be like to be inside a painting? This whimsical wordless picture book takes you on a playful journey through the middle ages world of Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s art and includes an informative guide to his paintings and mini biography at the back. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Show less

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Playing With Collage

Playing With Collage

by Baker, Jeannie

Book - 2019

Have a rock collection? How about a paper collection? From collecting and keeping beautiful translucent onion skins in the kitchen, to shells at the beach...Show more Have a rock collection? How about a paper collection? From collecting and keeping beautiful translucent onion skins in the kitchen, to shells at the beach and lichen in the forest, Jeannie Baker guides you to notice, collect, and transform the wonders of the material world around you into visceral, tactile, playful, collage. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

Have a rock collection? How about a paper collection? From collecting and keeping beautiful translucent onion skins in the kitchen, to shells at the beach...Show more Have a rock collection? How about a paper collection? From collecting and keeping beautiful translucent onion skins in the kitchen, to shells at the beach and lichen in the forest, Jeannie Baker guides you to notice, collect, and transform the wonders of the material world around you into visceral, tactile, playful, collage. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Show less

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Imagine Childhood

Imagine Childhood

Exploring the World Through Nature, Imagination, and Play

by Olmsted, Sarah

Book - 2012

Art is about the possibility of the unexpected, the electricity of curiosity, unlimited possibilities and so much more. Join Sara as she invites you to cr...Show more Art is about the possibility of the unexpected, the electricity of curiosity, unlimited possibilities and so much more. Join Sara as she invites you to create and play together through vivid photographs, poetic meanderings disguised as instructions, and a ton of ideas to explore nature through art, imagination, and play. Show less

Art is about the possibility of the unexpected, the electricity of curiosity, unlimited possibilities and so much more. Join Sara as she invites you to cr...Show more Art is about the possibility of the unexpected, the electricity of curiosity, unlimited possibilities and so much more. Join Sara as she invites you to create and play together through vivid photographs, poetic meanderings disguised as instructions, and a ton of ideas to explore nature through art, imagination, and play. Show less

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Little U

Book - 2018

This offspring of Uppercase Magazine is full of creative ideas and inspiration for the young and old alike. From storytime to decorating ideas, toy folklo...Show more This offspring of Uppercase Magazine is full of creative ideas and inspiration for the young and old alike. From storytime to decorating ideas, toy folklore to local creators you can connect with, Little U is a pocket book that is sure to inspire some inter-generational creative bonding time. Show less

This offspring of Uppercase Magazine is full of creative ideas and inspiration for the young and old alike. From storytime to decorating ideas, toy folklo...Show more This offspring of Uppercase Magazine is full of creative ideas and inspiration for the young and old alike. From storytime to decorating ideas, toy folklore to local creators you can connect with, Little U is a pocket book that is sure to inspire some inter-generational creative bonding time. Show less

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Drawing Calm

Drawing Calm

Relax, Refresh, Refocus With 20 Drawing, Painting, and Collage Workshops Inspired by Klimt, Klee, Monet, and More

by Evenson, Susan

Book - 2017

Drawing can calm you down, lower your blood pressure and decrease stress. Explore guided exercises inspire by modern masters chapters titles include “Delight,” “Light,” “Warmth,” and “Harmony.” Drawing can calm you down, lower your blood pressure and decrease stress. Explore guided exercises inspire by modern masters chapters titles include “Delight,” “Light,” “Warmth,” and “Harmony.” Show less

Drawing can calm you down, lower your blood pressure and decrease stress. Explore guided exercises inspire by modern masters chapters titles include “Delight,” “Light,” “Warmth,” and “Harmony.” Drawing can calm you down, lower your blood pressure and decrease stress. Explore guided exercises inspire by modern masters chapters titles include “Delight,” “Light,” “Warmth,” and “Harmony.” Show less

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The Bird King

The Bird King

An Artist's Notebook

by Tan, Shaun

Book - 2013

A beautiful book that showcases the messy process of creation, of open-ended exploration, and half-finished inspiration. Let yourself fall into the possib...Show more A beautiful book that showcases the messy process of creation, of open-ended exploration, and half-finished inspiration. Let yourself fall into the possibilities of a single piece of paper, and what happens when you start to draw. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Show less

A beautiful book that showcases the messy process of creation, of open-ended exploration, and half-finished inspiration. Let yourself fall into the possib...Show more A beautiful book that showcases the messy process of creation, of open-ended exploration, and half-finished inspiration. Let yourself fall into the possibilities of a single piece of paper, and what happens when you start to draw. Recommended for ages 10 and up. Show less

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My Pen

My Pen

by Myers, Christopher

Book - 2015

The power of the pen will allow you to access your imagination. Art can be an answer to the emotions you’re feeling, whether its sadness or joy, and how the power of creating art can lead to wonderful things. Recommended for ages 3-5. The power of the pen will allow you to access your imagination. Art can be an answer to the emotions you’re feeling, whether its sadness or joy, and how the power of creating art can lead to wonderful things. Recommended for ages 3-5. Show less

The power of the pen will allow you to access your imagination. Art can be an answer to the emotions you’re feeling, whether its sadness or joy, and how the power of creating art can lead to wonderful things. Recommended for ages 3-5. The power of the pen will allow you to access your imagination. Art can be an answer to the emotions you’re feeling, whether its sadness or joy, and how the power of creating art can lead to wonderful things. Recommended for ages 3-5. Show less

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The Colour Book

The Colour Book

by Benini Pietromarchi, Sophie

Book - 2013

Creating art helps us find our voices and express the words we either don’t know how to say, or aren’t able to find. Colours hold our feelings, and help express who we are. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Creating art helps us find our voices and express the words we either don’t know how to say, or aren’t able to find. Colours hold our feelings, and help express who we are. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Show less

Creating art helps us find our voices and express the words we either don’t know how to say, or aren’t able to find. Colours hold our feelings, and help express who we are. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Creating art helps us find our voices and express the words we either don’t know how to say, or aren’t able to find. Colours hold our feelings, and help express who we are. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Show less

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The Scraps Book

The Scraps Book

Notes From A Colorful Life

by Ehlert, Lois

Book - 2014

Everyday pieces and parts of our world can be made into art, from wood splinters and nails, to cotton balls and scraps of fabrics. Learn how to mold these...Show more Everyday pieces and parts of our world can be made into art, from wood splinters and nails, to cotton balls and scraps of fabrics. Learn how to mold these pieces into a larger whole, and see how the everyday scraps can be transformed into something creative and beautiful. Recommended for ages 6-11. Show less

Everyday pieces and parts of our world can be made into art, from wood splinters and nails, to cotton balls and scraps of fabrics. Learn how to mold these...Show more Everyday pieces and parts of our world can be made into art, from wood splinters and nails, to cotton balls and scraps of fabrics. Learn how to mold these pieces into a larger whole, and see how the everyday scraps can be transformed into something creative and beautiful. Recommended for ages 6-11. Show less

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A Splash of Red

A Splash of Red

The Life and Art of Horace Pippin

by Bryant, Jen

Book - 2013

This is the story of a boy who loved to draw with charcoal. While messy and unforgiving, it’s also accessible, and there’s something to be said about gett...Show more This is the story of a boy who loved to draw with charcoal. While messy and unforgiving, it’s also accessible, and there’s something to be said about getting your fingers dirty. See how he expresses himself in that stark black and white as he follows his dream to become an artist. Recommended for ages 8-12. Show less

This is the story of a boy who loved to draw with charcoal. While messy and unforgiving, it’s also accessible, and there’s something to be said about gett...Show more This is the story of a boy who loved to draw with charcoal. While messy and unforgiving, it’s also accessible, and there’s something to be said about getting your fingers dirty. See how he expresses himself in that stark black and white as he follows his dream to become an artist. Recommended for ages 8-12. Show less

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