Most Popular Books by Susie Hodge

Presents the science behind celebrity photography including the history, techniques, and tools of the paparazzi.

Part of a new series of beautiful gift art books this book focuses on Dutch artist Piet Mondrian. Renowned especially for his style of painting that featured grids of black lines with blocks of primary colour, Mondrian was regarded as a true pioneer of abstract art. Featuring a fascinating introduction to Mondrian’s life and art, this stunning new book brings together a wide selection of his magnificent work.

The Great Artists introduces readers to 100 of the world''s most important artists, from the 13th century to the present, concentrating on their lives, works, ideas, influences, artistic development, contributions, creative output and where they fit in history. Concise and readable, The Great Artists is an interesting, informative and authoritative history of 700 years of fine art for the general reader. Writing with verve and passion, Susie Hodge presents, in chronological order, elegant and often affectionate biographical profiles of 100 of the greatest artists in the history of art. The biographies not only describe the life, development and creations of each artist, but also set these visual composers and their compositions within a broader historical and cultural context. Furthermore, shortlists of ''must-see'' masterpieces for each artist give the reader all the information they need to appreciate and understand great art. From the great artists of the high renaissance art to the Dutch maters, and from the rococo and neoclassical movements of the 18th century to romanticism, modernism and contemporary art, the lives of the great artists are as varied and multifaceted as the works of creative genius they produced. A selection of featured artists includes: Mantegna, El Greco, Pissarro, Turner, Seurat, Bellini, Caravaggio, Leighton, Constable, Mucha, Botticelli, Rubens, Manet, Ingres, Klimt, Bosch, Gentileschi, Degas, Géricault, Munch, da Vinci, Poussin, Whistler, Corot, Kandinsky, Grünewald, Velazquez, Homer, Hiroshige, Matisse, Dürer, Rembrandt, Cézanne, Delacroix, Mondrian, Michelangelo, Steenwyck, Monet, Millet, Malevich, Raphael, de Hooch, Rodin, Courbet, Klee, Titian, Vermeer, Renoir, Bouguereau, Marc, Holbein, Canaletto, Gauguin, Rossetti, Picasso, Bronzino, Hogarth, van Gogh, Millais, Hopper.

The book looks at the speculations, myths and mysteries of these legendary knights. It looks at controversial claims and conspiracies surrounding the Knights Templar and the likely truths behind them - such as whether they had guardianship or special knowledge of the Holy Grail. It also shows the historical legacy of the Templars today.

Klee''s art appeals to our primary instincts and makes us look beyond the ordinary. A natural draughtsman, master of colour and hugely influential artist, Klee eludes classification, having been variously linked with Expressionism, Cubism, Futurism, Surrealism and Abstraction. Part of a new series of beautiful gift art books, Paul Klee Masterpieces of Art brims with the subtle warmth and humour of a unique artist. With a fresh and thoughtful introduction to Klee''s life and art, the book goes on to showcase his key works in all their glory.

Packed with charming, animated illustrations, this series of pop-up biographies captures the most significant works of key figures, starting with four seminal artists. Readers can learn about the life and works of Henri Matisse, including his prints, sculptures, and paintings. With beautiful, intricate pop-ups on every spread, young readers will be introduced to these famous artists in an interactive and fun way.

An introduction to the life and work of one of the most famous artists in the world--Leonardo da Vinci. Readers can learn about the life and works of Leonardo da Vinci, including his sculptures, engineering works, and paintings and how he cleverly combined science and art. With beautiful, intricate pop-ups on every spread, young readers will be introduced to the most famous works of Leonardo da Vinci in an interactive and fun way.

When the director of the local art gallery calls in sick, it’s up to YOU to put everything together in time for the local competition. Do you know enough about modern art to WOW the judges and WIN the competition? Do you know your Warhol from their Weiwei? Will you be able to uncover the mystery of the counterfeit paintings? Make your way through this thrilling adventure, using your art knowledge to decide how the plot unfolds. Complete your mission and become an artistic whizz, A glossary explains tricky words and provides added reference material.

Provides detailed instructions for making ten masks, including a tiger, a pirate, a bat, and more.

Learn how to draw many different types of dinosaurs.

Explains what mountains, deserts, oceans, and polar regions are and describes the plants and animals commonly found in these regions.

"A perspective and detailed account of the artist Paul Cézanne, who uniquely bridged the gap between the Impressionist and Cubist movements. A fascinating biography portrays his life in the context of society at the time and provides an insight into his friendships and family. Features a handsome gallery of Cézanne''s most iconic works, accompanied by expert analysis of his style and technique. Explains the artist''s mastery of colour, composition, design and observation. Comprehensively illustrated with 500 outstanding reproductions and photographs"-- Provided by publisher.