Born in Mexico, Frida Kahlo struggled with both illness and injury: a combination of a childhood bout of polio and disability caused by a bus accident left her in chronic pain. She found comfort and self-expression through art, creating vibrant paintings inspired by the landscape she saw around her and her perceptions of herself. At first, she was dismissed as merely the wife of another painter, but over time, she traveled from Mexico to New York City for her first-ever solo exhibition and set the art world aflame.
Discover how Frida Kahlo became one of the most recognizable artists in the world in this powerful graphic novel from the Who Was...? biography series, written by award-winning author Terry Blas and illustrated by Ignatz Award-winning artist Ashanti Fortson. A story of independence, determination, and finding beauty within one's scars, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the incredible power of one of the greatest artists of all time — brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.
Recommended Age | 8 - 12 |
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Author | Terry Blas |
Illustrator | Ashanti Fortson |
ISBN | 0593384652 |
Publication Date | Feb 20, 2024 |
Publisher | Penguin Workshop |
Series Name | Who Was |
Language | English |