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"Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko along with concise, engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of artists from the past 200 years. Iconic Artists features historical giants of the art world like Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse alongside 20th-century artists such as Sister Corita Kent and Andy Warhol. Showcasing a wide range of artistic talents and exhibiting a wide number of genders, races, and nationalities, Iconic Artists celebrates 50 artists who have influenced the art world and collectively broadened its scope"--Provided by publisher.
About the author
David Lee Csicsko is an award-winning artist and designer whose distinctive artwork, stained glass, and mosaics beautify train stations, hospitals, churches and universities across the Midwest and East Coast. His many credits include designing the Obamas’ White House Christmas in 2012. David’s lively illustrations can also be seen in The Skin You Live In from the Chicago Children’s Museum, now in its 16th printing, as well as in LGBTQ+ Icons, Science People, and Iconic Composers. Through his use of color, bold graphics and playful patterns, David Lee Csicsko celebrates the richness and diversity of life.Lindy Sinclair has worked in design, music, politics, printing, and publishing, but reading has always been her first love. She is also the author of Science People, the second book in Trope’s People Series with David Lee Csicsko. She grew up in northeast Ohio but now lives, reads, and knits in Chicago.
Summary
Iconic Artists highlights the origin and contributions of some of the world’s most remarkable and gifted artists throughout history. Bold, whimsical illustrations by David Lee Csicsko along with concise, engaging bios celebrate a diverse group of artists from the past 200 years. Iconic Artists features historical giants of the art world like Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse alongside 20th-century artists such as Sister Corita Kent and Andy Warhol. Showcasing a wide range of artistic talents and exhibiting a wide number of genders, races, and nationalities, Iconic Artists celebrates 50 artists who have influenced the art world and collectively broadened its scope.
Foreword
- Pitch for review coverage, targeting outlets including The New York Times, The Horn Book Magazine, Booklist, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal
- Targeted marketing to influential parent and education bloggers and major library system selectors
- Publicity outreach to art media
- Local bookstore appearances (Chicago, IL)
- Promotion on social media, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok
- E-newsletter promotion
