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alboyer6's review
4.0
Hopper has always been one of my favorite artists and it is wonderful to see this fantastic picture book biography about his life, his style and his art.
Burleigh's text is fantastic combined with Minor's illustrations. It is a fantastic addition to my library!
Burleigh's text is fantastic combined with Minor's illustrations. It is a fantastic addition to my library!
beths0103's review
5.0
Simply beautiful. I love when a book is the impetus for me to learn more about a particular topic. With regards to this book, it has made me want to further study the work of Edward Hopper. I see this one being in contention for a nonfiction award of some sort such as the Sibert or the Orbus Pictus.
carolynaugustyn's review
4.0
I would have loved this book as a kid. At 5 years old, I discovered Monet's paintings and became obsessed with him. Since my dad is a fan of Edward Hopper's art, I was also introduced to his pieces and loved the way his art seemed approachable and colorful. (Interestingly, I never wanted to create art or be an artist, I just appreciated art and liked to look at it.) I thought that this book was really well done and the illustrations were beautiful- similar to Hopper's style but different enough to appear as appreciation to the artist. The story flowed well and provided lots of information on the artist's life. I really really enjoyed this and actually learned a lot. Plus, this book made me want to go visit an art museum ASAP to enjoy some art in real life.
lornarei's review
4.0
What a fabulous book! I've loved Edward Hopper's work ever since we all used to fight over getting the Nighthawks card in Masterpiece, even if it was the forgery! ;) And I was excited to see it in person as an adult at the Art Institute of Chicago. This is a beautifully illustrated, nicely done juvenile biography of the artist. There should be a whole series of books done like this to introduce today's children to yesterday's art.
frootjoos's review
5.0
Hopper is one of my favorite artists; really love how the author and illustrator explain his work and his life. The illustrator recreates some of his most famous work from a different perspective. Beautifully done.
jillyd's review
5.0
A well done introduction for children (or even adults) to the life and art of Edward Hopper.
nerfherder86's review
3.0
Beautifully illustrated with full color gouache watercolors, in a style that is reminiscent of Hopper himself; Minor does his own versions of Hopper's famous paintings but from Hopper's point of view. Hopper wanted to be an artist from an early lage; he had no buyers for his art, however, until late in life, but he kept on painting what he wanted to paint: landscapes and city scenes. Book includes bibliography for art and for the biographical info, including websites. No sources cited for the direct quotes used in the text, however.
calistareads's review
3.0
This is a contemplative look at the artist Edward Hopper. He was a deep thinker and mostly an introvert. He is not flashy or exciting so it’s not a flashy or exciting story. He and his wife lived simple lives in the art world. Edward found interesting lighthouses, plain houses, restaurants and how light falls to paint. Edward loves the light.
This is a slow story. I enjoyed learning about Edward, but I can say that as an adult. It will be difficult for most kids to sit still for this. I know his famous painting on the cover of the Diner. I love that painting. This book opened my eyes to who Edward was. Robert Burleigh did a great job conveying Edwards artwork on the page.
My nephew was bored stiff in this book. Oh, he moaned and complained about this being so slow and nothing happens. He was not a fan of this book. He gave it 1 star and thought it was the most boring book of the year.
This is a slow story. I enjoyed learning about Edward, but I can say that as an adult. It will be difficult for most kids to sit still for this. I know his famous painting on the cover of the Diner. I love that painting. This book opened my eyes to who Edward was. Robert Burleigh did a great job conveying Edwards artwork on the page.
My nephew was bored stiff in this book. Oh, he moaned and complained about this being so slow and nothing happens. He was not a fan of this book. He gave it 1 star and thought it was the most boring book of the year.
maidmarianlib's review
4.0
Fine biography of a famous painter most kids may not know, love how the illustrations emulate Hopper's style but still engage with Minor's own approach.
csd17's review
3.0
There's little momentum in the story... but the art is lovely! And rather touching. Especially this year(2020)