Coloring Book of American Modernist Artists

The Coloring Book of American Modernist Artists presents 30 works of art from the early decades of the 20th century, reflecting modern society and challenging conventions with bold, energetic approaches to color and composition. Artists include Marsden Hartley, Andrew Dasburg, George Copeland Ault, Max Weber, Jan Matulka, Oscar Bluemner, Morgan Russell, and Stanton Macdonald-Wright.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Merrell Publishers Ltd

In the early decades of the 20th century, the United States experienced a period of rapid transformation. The pace of life quickened as the machine age took hold, and the landscape underwent a dramatic transformation with the growth of urbanization. Artists responded to this changing world in a diverse range of visual styles, each seeking to capture the essence of modern society and challenge the conventions of art.

The Coloring Book of American Modernist Artists presents a collection of 30 works from this transformative period, inviting you to complete them in your own unique way. Whether you choose to reproduce the original vibrant palettes or experiment with your creativity, this book offers a wealth of possibilities for artistic exploration.

Follow the artists of the American West, such as Marsden Hartley and Andrew Dasburg, as they find spiritual inspiration in the vast and open spaces of the country. Immerse yourself in the atmospheric city streets as painted by Precisionists like George Copeland Ault, with their sleek lines and hard-edged forms. Explore the expressive still lifes of Max Weber, which reveal primitive influences and an interest in native cultures. Dive into the abstract world of Cubist-inspired work by Oscar Bluemner, with his daring color combinations. Or, relax in the mindful contemplation of the swirling multicolored forms in Synchromist paintings by Morgan Russell and Stanton Macdonald-Wright.

This important movement in the history of American art deserves to be celebrated. Use the pages of this Coloring Book as your canvas and create your own modernist masterpieces. Let your imagination run wild, and explore the endless possibilities of color and composition. Celebrate the spirit of innovation and creativity that defined this era of American art.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 220 x 280 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781858946931