This delightful coloring book introduces children to one of the world's most celebrated artists, Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The French artist was a leading figure in the development of the Impressionist style. Most often focusing on people, his paintings are notable for their vibrant light and saturated color. In characteristic Impressionist style, Renoir created the details of a scene through light touches of color. The warm colors of Renoir's style made his paintings some of the most wellknown and frequently reproduced works in the history of art. Brimming with beautiful illustrations of Renoir’s masterpieces, this engaging activity book will inspire learning and creativity in children, and will encourage young readers to make their own Renoir-like creations.
Biography
Annette Roeder, born in Munich in 1968, is an author, illustrator and architect. She has been writing picture books and children's books, as well as novels for adults for over 20 years. Her 12-book series Die Krumpflinge (‘The Crumplings’) is much loved by children aged 6+. She lives with her three children and dog Gusti in the south of Munich.
