This week, let’s highlight art.
There are a lot of examples of art in the children’s room, from our posters and framed pictures to the covers of books. Photography is a type of art and is often featured on the covers of nonfiction books. Did you see our shark display last month? There were photos of sharks on the covers of many of the books. Picture books contain a lot of artwork, mostly in the form of illustrations. Do you have a favorite picture book?& What do you like about the pictures?
Finally, graphic novels contain visual art, often combining drawings with words in speech balloons. Examples of graphic novels include The Babysitters Club, Dog Man, My Little Pony, I Survived and Boxcar Children. If you notice, a lot of books that were written as chapter books are now being adapted to graphic novels.
Comic books are full of art. In fact, this Saturday, August 14 is Free Comic Book day. We are planning on having free comic books at the library on Saturday and superhero bookmarks. (One per child, while supplies last!)
Do you like to draw? We have an assortment of drawing books, including books on drawing animals and some brand new books on drawing Disney princesses, Disney characters and Marvel superheroes. View all the titles and place a hold with your library card.
Would you like to practice drawing with an illustrator? On Thursday, August 12 @ 1 PM, Corinne Roberts will be hosting a virtual program on drawing Mythical Creatures. Corinne Roberts is an illustrator working in comics, children's books and games (Bug Bites, Out and About, Unreal Estate). You can see more of her work and current projects through Instagram: @corinneroberts123 or her website: corinneroberts.com
Interested in Drawing Mythical Creatures? You will need to register for this program because it is presented via Zoom and you will be emailed a Zoom link. Learn to use basic shape construction and simple line techniques to create imaginative Mythical Creatures! No prior drawing experience needed in this follow-along program. Supplies needed are simple pencil, paper and eraser. This program is open to kids and teens.
