Picture This: How Pictures Work

(Paperback)

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A smart, important book about the elements of art composition and the way shapes, colors, position in the frame, and space between elements affects the way viewers interpret the image. An essential guide to how to create emotionally-affecting, narratively compelling art.

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"An accessible and enjoyable introduction to understanding visual narrative."-School Library Connection

Author Bio

Molly Bang is a legend in children's books, and has received three Caldecott Honors, a Kate Greenaway Honor, four Globe-Horn Book Honors, a Hans Christian Anderson nomination, a Charlotte Zolotow Award, a Giverny Award, and a Jane Addams Award. She lives in California.