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Art history isn’t just for museums—it’s full of color, creativity, and human stories that kids can connect with. This collection of picture book biographies introduces young readers to artists from around the world and across time periods. From bold muralists and collage makers to Renaissance masters and abstract pioneers, these living books show how each artist’s life and struggles shaped the art they created.
Vincent Can't Sleep: Van Gogh Paints the Night Sky
Lyrical portrayal of Van Gogh’s sleepless nights inspiring his iconic starry sky paintings
Making Light Bloom: Clara Driscoll and the Tiffany Lamps
Inspiring biography of Clara Driscoll, the innovative artist behind the iconic Tiffany stained glass lamps
Beautiful Useful Things: What William Morris Made
Poetic introduction to William Morris, celebrating his nature-inspired designs and many creative pursuits.
Just Being Dalí
Lively portrait of Surrealist Salvador Dalí, whose eccentric art and antics captivated mid-1900s Europe
Leonardo da Vinci
Beautifully illustrated biography capturing Leonardo da Vinci’s wide-ranging curiosity and extraordinary genius
Miró's Magic Animals
Playful glimpse into mid-1900s surrealism, seen through a child's eyes and Miró’s imagination
Faith Ringgold: Narrating the World in Pattern and Color
Engaging introduction to Faith Ringgold’s storytelling quilts, activism, and creative world travels
The Noisy Paint Box: The Colors and Sounds of Kandinsky's Abstract Art
Vibrant celebration of Kandinsky’s journey discovering abstract art and his unique vision
Through the Window: Views of Marc Chagall's Life and Art
Lyrical biography tracing Marc Chagall’s childhood, dreams, and journey toward becoming an artist
Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos
Playful biography highlighting Frida Kahlo’s love for animals and how they inspired her vibrant art
Henri's Scissors
Inspiring biography of Henri Matisse, highlighting his paper cutouts created later in life
Silent Days, Silent Dreams
Poignant intro to a self-taught artist overcoming isolation and disability in early 1900s America
Klimt and His Cat
Whimsical look at Gustav Klimt’s artistic world, seen through the eyes of his cat
Radiant Child
Vibrant picture book biography celebrating Jean-Michel Basquiat’s childhood and creative spirit
The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau
Uplifting story of Henri Rousseau’s late-blooming art career and his imaginative jungle paintings
Ablaze with Color
Unspiring biography of Alma Thomas, celebrating her vibrant art and groundbreaking achievements
Michelangelo
Richly detailed biography of Michelangelo, capturing his artistic genius, struggles, and Renaissance masterpieces
The Magical Garden of Claude Monet
Gentle story weaving a child’s discovery of Monet and his enchanting garden in rural France
Action Jackson
Vivid portrait of Jackson Pollock’s dynamic painting process behind his iconic Lavender Mist masterpiece
The Iridescence of Birds: A Book About Henri Matisse
Poetic exploration of Henri Matisse’s childhood and his colorful artistic imagination
Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art
Uplifting biography showing how Tyree Guyton transforms Detroit’s trash into powerful community art
Yayoi Kusama Covered Everything in Dots and Wasn't Sorry
Playful celebration of Yayoi Kusama’s bold, dot-filled art and fearless creative spirit
Art From Her Heart: Folk Artist Clementine Hunter
Moving biography of Clementine Hunter, a self-taught artist who painted southern farm life
Keith Haring: The Boy Who Just Kept Drawing
Joyful biography of Keith Haring, highlighting his playful art, big heart, and unstoppable creativity
Through Georgia's Eyes
Lyrical portrait of Georgia O’Keeffe, capturing her unique vision from prairie childhood to desert landscapes
Diego Rivera: His World and Ours
Vibrant introduction to Diego Rivera’s life and murals, inviting kids to imagine telling stories through art
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