Make Art with van Gogh: A Creative Activity Book

K-Gr 2–In an unlikely title for library use, readers learn about Vincent van Gogh’s life through this interactive art activity book designed for young artists. The book offers 25+ creative projects inspired by the artist’s drawings and paintings. While engaging in these hands-on activities, readers will also explore van Gogh’s life and travels across Europe. From his love of the outdoors and art collecting, to painting at the beach with sand sticking to his canvas, van Gogh’s process shines through every detail. Step-by-step demonstrations show how to make an easel, paintbrush, paper flowers, picture frames, and stamps. Young artists are guided in techniques such as setting up still lifes, understanding perspective and light, working with color, and even how to exhibit their artwork. Every page includes samples of van Gogh’s art to inspire and serve as models. Here’s where this book becomes one to leave on the shelves; some pages are left blank for personal creations, while others include van Gogh’s own drawings ready to be colored. Nevertheless, this book is filled with vibrant visuals that encourage creativity and curiosity about van Gogh’s life, and about art. The table of contents reveals a new activity with every page turn, while black-and-white illustrations provide a striking contrast to the vivid colors of the artist’s famous works.