Download or read book Pablo Picasso A Biography of Spain s Most Colorful Painter written by Karen Lac and published by Hyperink Inc. This book was released on 2012-03-04 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABOUT THE BOOK Pablo Picassos name and art is recognizable across the globe. His art is so famous that even folks with hardly any interest in the art world know his name, and have probably seen at least one of his paintings before. Widely considered to be one of the most important artists of the 20th century, Picasso is a staple in any discussion of art history. The Spanish artist is best known for helping create and inspire Cubism, a visual art style in which subjects are painted with geometric forms in a highly abstract way. While Picassos name has become synonymous with Cubism, it was actually another artist who gave the movement its name. The term was coined by French art critic Louis Vauxcelles after seeing landscape paintings by French artist Georges Braque. Vauxcelles called the geometric forms in the paintings cubes. MEET THE AUTHOR Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Karen Lac has been writing since 1999. Her articles have appeared in print in The Occidental Weekly. Her writing reflects her broad interests. She writes travel, entertainment, political commentary, health, nutrition, food, education, career, and legal articles for numerous websites. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and a Bachelor of Arts in politics, both from Occidental College. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK With a painter and art teacher for a father, Picasso was immersed in art from an early age. His mother claimed that Picassos first word was piz, short for lapiz, or pencil. Picassos father gave him his first art lessons and clearly shared his love of drawing pigeons with the young boy; at age nine, Picasso drew Bullfight and Pigeons, in which spectators watch matadors face off against a bull and pigeons are suspended upside down in the air. Recognizing his young sons extraordinary talent, his father made sure that Picasso received formal art training from the age of eleven. In 1891, the family moved north to La Coruna. In 1895, tragedy struck the Picasso household when his seven-year-old sister, Conchita, died of an upper respiratory tract illness. Watching Conchita die, Picasso made a deal with God that he would sacrifice his artistic gift if only he would save Conchita. After Conchitas death, Picasso painted several paintings, including the First Communion, Christ Blessing the Devil, The Holy Family in Egypt, and Altar to the Blessed Virgin, all of which showcased his conflicting feelings over the Catholic faith. Buy a copy to keep reading! CHAPTER OUTLINE Biography of Pablo Picasso + Introduction + Background and upbringing + Major accomplishments and awards + Personal life + ...and much more
Download or read book Guernica written by Gijs van Hensbergen and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-01-03 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of all the great paintings in the world, Picasso's Guernica has had a more direct impact on our consciousness than perhaps any other. In this absorbing and revealing book, Gijs van Hensbergen tells the story of this masterpiece. Starting with its origin in the destruction of the Basque town of Gernika in the Spanish Civil War, the painting is then used as a weapon in the propaganda battle against Fascism. Later it becomes the nucleus of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the detonator for the Big Bang of Abstract Expressionism in the late 1940s. This tale of passion and politics shows the transformation of this work of art into an icon of many meanings, up to its long contested but eventually triumphant return to Spain in 1981.
Download or read book Picasso the Artist of the Century written by Jean Leymarie and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pablo Picasso written by Elke Linda Buchholz and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is one of the "Great Modern Masters" series on 20th-century artists. This book covers the work of Pablo Picasso. Forfeiting a conventional career and scorning the artistic establishment - despite his academic training and natural talent - he fully embraced the bohemian lifestyle of the avant-garde throughout his long and productive life.
Download or read book Pablo Picasso written by John W. Selfridge and published by Chelsea House Publications. This book was released on 1994 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Complete Paintings of Picasso written by Pablo Picasso and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 1987 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains the complete paintings of Picasso's Blue and Rose period.
Download or read book Picasso written by Hans Ludwig C. Jaffé and published by Doubleday Books. This book was released on 1980 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biography of the artist is accompanied by commentaries on his work and a representative selection of his paintings, sculptures, and ceramics. Includes "48 of his greatest paintings in color, fully explained."
Download or read book Picasso written by Carsten-Peter Warncke and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TASCHEN's 25th anniversary - Special edition! Picasso's entire oeuvre'from his earliest drawings to the master's very last painting Special bestseller price! ""The definitive introduction to the scope and range of Picasso's work."" The Times, London ""I wanted to be a painter, and I became Picasso,"" declared Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) in an apt survey of a triumphant career. He had good grounds for the confidence palpable in his statement, for in the history of 20th century art, his name stands out over all the others. In Picasso's paintings, drawings, lithographs, ceramics, and sculptures, he was tirelessly inventive and innovative, exhibiting an aesthetic bravado that kept him one step ahead of his contemporaries. From subject matter to new forms and techniques to new media, Picasso got there first. The Spanish artist's enormous output, from the eight-year-old's beginnings to the late work of a man of ninety-one, is surely one of the most diverse and creatively energetic in the whole history of art, and it is no exaggeration to see him as the genius of the century. Carsten-Peter Warncke's study is a thorough review of Picasso's entire oeuvre, from the early Blue and Rose Periods, through the analytic and synthetic cubism and classicist phase all the way up to the art of the old savage Picasso. Our study of Picasso, the most exhaustive record of his work to date, contains almost 1500 illustrations'from his earliest drawings to the master's very last painting. Extensive bibliography section as well as illustrated section about Picasso's life and work Index of Names
Download or read book Picasso Et Les Femmes written by Pablo Picasso and published by Dumont. This book was released on 2002 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Edited by Ingrid Mussinger, Beate Ritter and Kerstin Drechsel, Essays by Johannes M. Fox, Norman Mailer, Pierre Daix, Amanda Vail and John Richardson.
Download or read book Picasso and His Art written by Denis Thomas and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pablo Picasso Blue and Rose Periods written by Pablo Picasso and published by Harry N Abrams Incorporated. This book was released on 1971 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pablo Picasso written by Hourly History and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-13 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the remarkable life of Pablo Picasso...Pablo Picasso, born on October 25, 1881, in Málaga, Spain, was one of the twentieth century's most prolific and successful artists. A natural-born prodigy, he began painting at the age of two and never stopped until his death at the age of ninety-one. From a young age, Picasso oozed defiance against formal authority. This was reflected not only in his personal life, which was a tangle of mistresses and wives, but especially in his art. His aim was to recreate reality and change the viewers' preconceived thinking. In his own words, Pablo Picasso painted "objects as I think them, not as I see them." Discover a plethora of topics such as The Birth of a Rebel Picasso's Cubism Picasso during World War I Guernica and the Spanish Civil War Picasso and the Nazis Death and Legacy And much more! So if you want a concise and informative book on Pablo Picasso, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!
Download or read book Pablo Picasso written by United Library and published by . This book was released on 2023-11-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the vibrant world of Pablo Ruiz Picasso, the legendary Spanish painter, sculptor, and innovator whose creative genius reshaped the landscape of modern art. In this meticulously researched biography, explore the dynamic evolution of Picasso's groundbreaking work, his profound influence on 20th-century art movements, and his enduring legacy as one of the most iconic figures in the history of creativity. From his early years as a prodigious young artist to his pivotal role in co-founding the Cubist movement, Picasso's journey is an exploration of constant experimentation and innovation. His unparalleled ability to explore diverse styles and mediums, from naturalism to Cubism, and from sculpture to collage, revolutionized the boundaries of artistic expression. Picasso's mastery is evident in his iconic works, such as the groundbreaking 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' and the evocative anti-war painting 'Guernica, ' which stands as a poignant condemnation of violence during the Spanish Civil War. His distinct periods, from the Blue Period to the African-influenced Period, reflect his insatiable thirst for creative exploration and his ability to adapt to new styles. This biography delves into Picasso's intricate relationship with fellow artist Henri Matisse, which fueled their artistic rivalry and defined the course of modern art. It also examines Picasso's shifts between various periods, his neoclassical ventures, and his ventures into Surrealism, offering readers a comprehensive view of his multifaceted creativity. Picasso's legacy as a boundary-pushing visionary continues to captivate art enthusiasts and scholars alike. This biography celebrates his prolific career, his universal renown, and his contributions that have forever transformed the art world. This book is a captivating exploration of an artistic icon whose legacy continues to inspire and awe audiences around the globe.
Download or read book Pablo Picasso Lives of the Artists written by Susie Hodge and published by Gareth Stevens. This book was released on 2004 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pablo Picasso is the most famous artist of the twentieth century. During his long career, he produced thousands of works, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, prints, and ceramics. By inventing new ways of depicting reality, he inspired many artistic styles and changed the way we think about Western art. Even during Picasso's lifetime, entire museums were dedicated to his work. Picasso is considered the father of modern artistic thought, and his works are regarded as landmarks of modern art. Book jacket.
Download or read book Day of the Artist written by Linda Patricia Cleary and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One girl, one painting a day...can she do it? Linda Patricia Cleary decided to challenge herself with a year long project starting on January 1, 2014. Choose an artist a day and create a piece in tribute to them. It was a fun, challenging, stressful and psychological experience. She learned about technique, art history, different materials and embracing failure. Here are all 365 pieces. Enjoy!
Download or read book Picasso written by Pablo Picasso and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This catalogue includes two essays, entries on all the works and a selection of texts on Picassos relationship with the great masters of the past. The first essay is by the exhibitions curator, Francisco Calvo Serraller, and focuses on Picassos dual perspective on tradition and modernity. The second, by Jorge Semprn, looks at Guernica and the history of the period. Given that the works in question are examples of modern art, the entries by curators at the Museo del Prado and the Reina Sofa are innovative in that they are written in the manner of short essays of the type normally used for entries on Old Master paintings.
Download or read book What s So Great About Picasso written by Max Tanner and published by KidLit-O. This book was released on 2013-12-12 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many famous artists lived hundreds of years ago. It seems that, in the past hundred and fifty years, only a small handful of artists have ever become remotely popular. Modern art just seems not to be as captivating as older art is. There are plenty of familiar names from hundreds of years ago—Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Michelangelo, and Raphael, among many others. One of the leaders of the modern art movement was named Pablo Picasso, a Spanish artist, many of whose paintings are still very famous and widely reprinted today. Picasso is known for his unique painting styles, and also his involvement in history. Picasso lived within the past century and a half, during which many drastic history movements were taking place, such as the Spanish Civil War, World War I, World War II, and many other cultural events that shaped the world as we know it. Part of the reason that Picasso is so famous is because the link between his art and history at the time. In order to understand his art, we must first understand his life and what his childhood was like. How did he start painting? How did he decide what to put down on canvases and paper? What about his art made people like it? How did he become famous? What role did his art play during the times of World War I, World War II, and the Spanish Civil War? Why did he spend most of his life in France? What is his enduring legacy? Pablo Picasso was an interesting man that led an interesting life, and studying him is studying a very important part of history and culture. Picasso’s story is a human story, and many readers will find that he is one of the most interesting artists in the world.
