Fifth-grader Bettina Valentino couldn't be a bigger fan of the funky new art teacher at Bayside Prep, who walks around barefoot to soak up the energy of the earth and is full of inspiring lessons about how art can be used to challenge, shock, and surprise. But when the teacher's unconventional methods get him into trouble with some influential parents, it's up to Bettina and some of her art-loving friends to nip the controversy in the bud and support freedom of artistic expression.In his first chapter book, Niki Daly gives readers a quick-paced, profusely illustrated story about a boisterous heroine - as well as tidbits about famous artists such as Picasso, Klee, and Warhol.
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For the Love of Art Bettina has a bit of a problem: she loves her new art teacher, but Maxine (who is apparently the spoiled-rich-child of the book) seems to want to get him fired. Maxine is also an all-around unpleasant young person, but that's another story... Bettina is an eclectic young lady who spends her allowance on art camp in the summer and art supplies the rest of the year. She is a talented artist who is interested in various forms. And she loves Picasso. When a couple of assignments go awry because of Maxine's... more info
Rutgers University Project on Economics and Children Bettina Valentino thinks outside of the box when it comes to art, so no wonder her frustration grows as the art teacher at school continues to emphasize neatness and structure. That is, until Bayside Prep hires a new art teacher who defies conventions, inspires his students, and is utterly divine. Not only does Mr. Popart bring the best out of talented artists like Bettina, he even encourages a shy copy-cat named Ditto to come out of his shell and create some nifty computer art. All is well until a... more info
Paint Up A Storm
Most artists find their style and remain content within their particular personal niche. Maturing and exploring possibilities within their repetativeness. Chagall - Van Gogh - Bacon - Rothko. Great for them. Great for the art community. Others find a solid personal style, guaranteed art immortality, yet discard it and forge ahead restlessly. Modrian - Pollack - Picasso. Literally changing the world! What is it like to stand on the other side? At that moment of personal breakthrough. And how... more info
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