Learn about the achievements and stories of 50 notable women in the arts in this charmingly illustrated book by Rachel Ignotofsky, the author/illustrator behind the best-selling book Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed The World! From well-known figures like painters Frida Kahlo and Georgia O'Keeffe, to lesser-known names like 19th-century African American quilter Harriet Powers and Hopi-Tewa ceramic artist Nampeyo, you'll be inspired by their stories of creativity, determination, and self-expression.
Covering a wide array of artistic mediums, this fascinating collection of illustrated capsule biographies also contains infographics about artistic movements throughout history, statistics about women's representation in museums, and notable works by women. Women in Art celebrates the success of the bold female creators who inspired the world and paved the way for the next generation of artists.
Recommended Age | 9 and up |
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Author | Rachel Ignotofsky |
Illustrator | Rachel Ignotofsky |
ISBN | 0399580433 |
Publication Date | Sep 10, 2019 |
Publisher | Ten Speed Press |
Language | English |