How to be a Super Awesome Artist features 20 art challenges for kids, as well as helpful "Know-How" features on how to shade with pencils.
The book presents a range of works by a wide range of 19 artists, from Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh to Yayoi Kusama and Chris Ofili. Each artist is featured on a poster with an example of their work, a short paragraph summarizing their process, and a box of tips on how children can create their own artwork using the artist's techniques. The book also includes short sections on basic types of pencils and how to use them, color theory, tips for creating a unique signature, and a brief history of various artistic movements.
Author: Katy Hessel
Number of pages: 64
Publisher: Laurence King
Language: English