Books published by publisher J. Paul Getty Museum

This colorful book is filled with delightful images from the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection. But not just any images: this volume contains images of cats, accompanied by a bit of read-aloud rhyme. Designed and written for the youngest of art appreciators, these charming books introduce children to the many different ways artists see the world--and offer a glimpse into the treasures of the Getty Museum.

Beautifully designed and illustrated with drawings, photographs, and reproductions of works of art, the See and Do books offer children an ideal and engaging way to explore the lives of these great artists and the works that made them famous. A biographical sketch of Rembrandt with fascinating anecdotes and descriptions of how life was lived in his time brings this painter to life, while glimpses into his studio, combined with simple and clear explanations of how his paintings were created, offer young readers a thorough understanding of the working life of this artists. Moreover, the See and Do books directly engage children in the act of learning by asking questions about the paintings' content and style and suggesting activities that will help them truly understand how a painter makes a painting. For ages nine to twelve.