Visual Elements of Art Evaluative Criteria T Khytt

This is Not My Hat demonstrates outstanding artistic visual elements throughout the book. The

In My Teacher is a Monster, the illustrations are listed as “India ink, watercolor,

Book making at its finest is artfully depicted from the pages to the details

The Paper Bag Princess embodies the same character traits as any unlikely hero. Fiery,

David Wiesner’s take on the classic Three Little Pigs, twists the plot from previously

The imagination of a disobedient child creates an unforgettable setting in Maurice Sendak’s, Where

It’s a Book is perfectly themed for today’s generation of tech savvy children. In

Olivia the pig is truly a standout in style with her trademark red accents

The illustrations in The Legend of the Bluebonnet tell as much of the Commanche

Martina the Beautiful Cockroach is a Cuban folktale with flavor. The story, characters, diction,

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Visual Elements of Art & Evaluative Criteria { T. Khytt Lawrey Sam Houston State University LS 5360/Dr. Sheneman Textbook Assignment 1

Visual Elements of Art Picture Books

This is Not My Hat demonstrates outstanding artistic visual elements throughout the book. The book is true to its picture book categorization and is dependent on its visual elements for storytelling and plot points. The simplistic shapes and dark colors draw the reader’s eye to notice movement, specifically the big fish’s eye as it awakens, understands its hat is missing, and realizes that the little fish stole it. Artistic Elements Klassen, J. (2012). This is not my hat. Somerville, MA: Candlewick Press.

In My Teacher is a Monster, the illustrations are listed as “India ink, watercolor, gouache, and pencil on paper with digital composition and color. ” However, what makes the illustrations truly unique are the simplistic shapes and colors. The images appear to be construction paper cut outs, which makes them even more appealing to child and adults readers alike. Illustration Media Brown, P. (2014). My teacher is a monster. New York: Little Brown Books.

Book making at its finest is artfully depicted from the pages to the details in Mirror, Mirror. The book self described as “verse in reverse” skillfully reads with double meanings forwards and backwards with illustrations reflecting both sides of the story. Each poem is written in fairy tale font and includes a small accent, such as Cinderella’s shoe, as a nod to the original. Book Making Singer, M. (2010). Mirror mirror. New York: Dutton.

Evaluative Criteria Picture Books

The Paper Bag Princess embodies the same character traits as any unlikely hero. Fiery, quick-witted, and never a damsel in distress, this princess shows girls that true strength is courage and that real beauty is more than just a bag. Characters Munsch, R. (1992). Paper bag princess. Canada: Annick Press

David Wiesner’s take on the classic Three Little Pigs, twists the plot from previously helpless swine to pigs in charge of their own story, literally. When faced with the iconic conflict of a hungry wolf and poorly made homes, these pigs jump from the pages to meet new friends and find a happier ending. Plot Wiesner, D. (2001). The three pigs. New York: Clarion

The imagination of a disobedient child creates an unforgettable setting in Maurice Sendak’s, Where the Wild Things Are. Though Max travels “in and out of weeks and almost over a year” to the land of the wild things, he eventually misses his most important setting… home. Setting Sendak, M. (1963). Where the wild things are. New York: Harper Collins.

It’s a Book is perfectly themed for today’s generation of tech savvy children. In its simplistic subtlety, It’s a Book shows kids that while gadgets and gizmos are great, a book is equally engrossing. Themes are generally time resistant, but It’s a Book puts a new spin on an old idea. Theme Smith, L. (2011). It’s a book. New York: Roaring Brook.

Olivia the pig is truly a standout in style with her trademark red accents and striped clothing splashed against the contrasting background. Children love to follow the adventures of this sketched pig as she exhausts her family while winning the day. That’s some pig! Style Falconer, I. (2000). Olivia. New York: Atheneum.

The illustrations in The Legend of the Bluebonnet tell as much of the Commanche Indians’ story as the words do. Stylistic and poignant, the images bring a deeper understanding and sense of cultural identity to the text. Illustrations de. Paola, T. (1983). The legend of the bluebonnet. New York: Putnam.

Martina the Beautiful Cockroach is a Cuban folktale with flavor. The story, characters, diction, and images radiate a love story from another world. Martina Josefina Catalina Cucaracha is more than just a pretty insect. Her story is a beautiful depiction of family, traditions, and life lessons that every culture can appreciate. Cultural Markers Deedy, C. A. (2007). Martina the beautiful cockroach. Atlanta, GA: Peachtree.