Using the name ‘Black Country Type’, Tom Hicks documents the post-industrial landscape of Birmingham and the Black Country. Challenging negative views of the region, he […]
art books
18 Best Children’s Books about Famous Artists
As an art historian and former museum education officer, I’m often asked by friends to recommend the best children’s books about famous artists. I love […]
7 brilliant new novels about art and artists
“Fiction is art and art is the triumph over chaos” wrote Pulitzer prize-winning author John Cheever. There’s no chaos quite like that of the art world […]
10 of the best children’s art history books
Looking to introduce art history to children? It’s never too early to start and there are some fantastic children’s art history books which can help. […]
Get creative | 14 best art & craft books for beginners
In my recent article I talked about using art and craft to increase well-being and reduce stress. I always see an improvement in my mood […]
13 of the best art & art history books for children
In this blog post I round up some of the best art books for children. Do you have a little artist or budding art historian […]