Books with title Weekend with Winslow Homer

- Format of the series is unique, with a blend of full-color reproductions by the masters along with entertaining cartoon-like original illustrations from the author, displaying his humor.- This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication.- Special sales potential in museum gift shops.- Includes listing of where featured works of art can be viewed.National Social Studies Education Standards: Grades K-4: Culture: I. Culture and cultural diversity: - c. Describe ways in which language, stories, folktales, music, and artistic creations serve as expressions of culture and influence behavior of people living in a particular culture- d. Compare ways in which people from different cultures think about and deal with their physical environment and social conditionsTime, Continuity, & Change: II.- e. Demonstrate an understanding that people in different times and places view the world differently

8 x10 inch full color paperback version of Volume 4 Painting Photo Essay series - Weekend With Homer Custom versions of most of our titles are available usually at no add cost in terms of other standard book print sizes and languages. Winslow Homer, (born February 24, 1836, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S He died September 29, 1910, Prouts Neck, Maine) leaving behind a vast collection of sketches, watercolors and oil painting. An American artist from a working family, Winslow started as lithographic firm. Winslow very early decided that a 9-5 job was not for him and took steps to learn new techniques and was able to become his own boss, as his works caught favor with the public Weekend with Homer is a collection from his catalog of artistic works showing ordinary people from around the world, doing the ordinary and in many cases enjoying their work and pastimes More on this title and others at http://RelaxedVenues.blogspot.com Painting Photo Essay series: Vol 1 Winslow Homer in Blue Vol 2 Winslow Homer Burnt Sienna Vol 3 Winslow Homer Drawings & Print Vol 4 Weekend With Homer Vol 5 J William Waterhouse Vol 6 Alphonse Mucha Vol 7 J M W Turner Vol 9 Eugène Boudin and more to come

Many people consider Winslow Homer to be one of the greatest American painters of the nineteenth century. Readers learn why with this biographical text, which features Homer’s most famous works, including his widely admired portraits of the sea and sailors. Readers learn about his early career as a war artist and magazine illustrator as well as other fascinating details about his life, his travels, and his sources of artistic inspiration. Sidebars provide additional information about Homer’s life and work.

Many people consider Winslow Homer to be one of the greatest American painters of the nineteenth century. Readers learn why with this biographical text, which features Homer’s most famous works, including his widely admired portraits of the sea and sailors. Readers learn about his early career as a war artist and magazine illustrator as well as other fascinating details about his life, his travels, and his sources of artistic inspiration. Sidebars provide additional information about Homer’s life and work.