Art of Eric Carle

 The Art of Eric Carle. NEW! Eric Carle's classic picturebooks have delighted and entranced young children for nearly thirty years. Here, in one lavishly illustrated, comprehensive book, is an overview of the astounding career and art of Eric Carle. Part autobiography, part celebration, it shows his childhood, youth, first artistic achievements and his triumphant career as an artist, all illuminated with family photographs and stunning color collage illustrations. And, as a special treat for budding author and artists, there is one chapter devoted to where Carle finds his ideas and another which provides a step-by-step photo essay on how he creates his incredible collage illustrations and shows how your young artists can do so too. A must for all who have cherished Eric Carle's wonderful books. With a special Eric Carle bookplate signed by Eric Carle. Ages 8 and up.