Great Artists: Set 2

Often great artists are known by their most famous pieces. Degas is known for his paintings and sculptures of ballet dancers. Renoir made many paintings of people. But there's more to every artist than just these few pieces! In this set, readers are introduced to some of the most influential artists ever, including Rembrandt, J. M. W. Turner, and Monet. A continuation of our celebrated series, these six books examine the lives and techniques of artists and conclude with an activity inviting readers to try out each artist's style for themselves.

• Primary sources include both paintings and artists' quotations
• Fact boxes, timelines, and labeled artwork make this an accessible introduction to the art world
• Biographies and books about the arts are cited as valuable informational texts in the Common Core English Language Arts Standards