Art inspired by books

As a child I loved pop-up books. A friend once sent me a pop-up postcard of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain featuring a thoughtful, solitary figure. It was a beautiful, inspiring card.

My medical book sculpture. 3D book art. This was one of my first few attempts at book carving now some 8 yrs ago. I have updated the information on this pin. To see other book carvings by me please visit my website.

This is my version of a inspired utube tutorial originated by (Angela Anderson) “TeaTime and Book”. Hand painted with acrylic paints on a 12” x 12”wrap around canvas. Ready to Hang. Any questions feel free to ask and Thanks so much for checking out my artwork🌻

You can teach anything with children's picture books: Science. History. Writing. Math. Cooking. And Art. Especially art. Because picture books are an artform. I'll be writing a Five Day Series this week about connecting children's literature to art. Monday through Thursday I will be sharing four art project ideas inspired by children's picture books. On Friday I have …

Things to make with old books and paper book pages. Book crafts, upcycled and repurposed books.

Creating art projects based on children’s books is a great way to engage children in both reading and creating. Here are five children’s books that lend themselves to creative art projects.

I love using picture books as inspiration for children’s art projects. Over the past 13 years I have curated a a massive list of project ideas and lesson plans. Here is my growing list of picture books and coordinating art projects for kids: A Color of His Own by Leo Lionni Abe Lincoln’s Dream by Lane Smith