Yuma Public Library

The nineteenth century artist talks about his life and work as if entertaining the reader for a weekend.

A child's biography of French artist Henri Rousseau, who spent his life as a toll collector, but created unheralded masterpieces in his spare time.

Profiles the life of French impressionist artist Claude Monet; highlighting his early life, struggle with poverty, work habits, painting of water lilies, and more. Includes a chronology, historical time line, suggestions for further reading, and a glossary.

If you were a boy named Henri Matisse who lived in a dreary town in northern France, what would your life be like? Would it be full of color and art? Full of lines and dancing figures? Find out in this beautiful, unusual picture book about one of the world's most famous and influential artists by acclaimed author and Newbery Medal-winning Patricia MacLachlan and innovative illustrator Hadley Hooper.

Briefly examines the life and work of the renowned twentieth-century artist, describing and giving examples from his various periods or styles.

A brief biography of Henri Matisse accompanies fifteen color reproductions and critical interpretations of his works.

Discusses the life and work of the well-known twentieth-century painter, describing how his art was influenced by the events in Spain and his early years there.

Describes the life and work of the twentieth-century French painter, Camille Pissarro.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the French painter known for his landscapes and still lifes and discusses his famous paintings.

Traces the life of artist Claude Monet from his childhood in northern France to his final years, focusing on his most famous works and including hands-on projects for experimenting with his techniques.