Phaidon Press Ltd

A short introduction explaining the selection of artists and how the book is best used. 30 double-page spreads, each dedicated to one artist, are in a clear, repeated design format. Each artist's spread includes: -a large, full-colour reproduction -all key factual details regarding the artwork and the artist; -highly readable, short text that aims at directing the child (and his or her adult reader) to look closely at the artwork, and invites a personal response. Also explained in this text are the people, story or ideas behind the work; -cross referencing system helping the reader to make links from one picture to another; -a brief artist's biography; -a thumbnail portrait of the artist; A glossary of key words; An index of works and terms