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Book Synopsis: Award-winning creators, Amy Novesky and Isabelle Arsenault, present a picture book biography of a beloved artist in Cloth Lullaby: The Woven Life of Louise Bourgeois. Louise Bourgeois (1911–2010) was a world-renowned modern artist noted for her sculptures made of wood, steel, stone, and cast rubber. Her most famous spider sculpture, Maman, stands more than 30 feet high.
Just as spiders spin and repair their webs, Louise’s own mother was a weaver of tapestries. Louise spent her childhood in France as an apprentice to her mother before she became a tapestry artist herself. She worked with fabric throughout her career, and this biographical picture book shows how Bourgeois’s childhood experiences weaving with her loving, nurturing mother provided the inspiration for her most famous works.
With a beautifully nuanced and poetic story, this book stunningly captures the relationship between mother and daughter and illuminates how memories are woven into us all. “With evocative, gorgeous illustrations and an inspirational story of an artist not often covered in children’s literature, this arresting volume is an excellent addition to nonfiction picture book collections, particularly those lacking titles about women artists.” —Booklist, starred review
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Discover the captivating life and artistry of a beloved artist in Cloth Lullaby: The Woven Life of Louise Bourgeois. This beautifully crafted picture book biography by Amy Novesky and Isabelle Arsenault immerses readers in the world of Louise Bourgeois, a modern artist renowned for her remarkable sculptures made of wood, steel, stone, and cast rubber. Among her iconic creations is the awe-inspiring spider sculpture, Maman, standing tall at over 30 feet.
But Louise's artistic journey began long before her famous spider sculpture. She grew up in France, where her mother, a gifted weaver of tapestries, served as her first mentor. Apprenticing under her mother's guidance, Louise fell in love with the art of weaving, fostering a bond between mother and daughter that would shape her career. Cloth Lullaby takes readers on a heartfelt exploration of this tender relationship, emphasizing how memories and experiences are intricately woven into the fabric of our lives.
With its exquisitely nuanced storytelling and poetic prose, this biographical picture book introduces young readers to the extraordinary story of Louise Bourgeois, highlighting the artistic prowess of a woman often overlooked in children's literature. The evocative and stunning illustrations by Isabelle Arsenault bring the narrative to life, immersing readers in a visual feast of colors and textures.
Don't miss out on adding this captivating volume to your nonfiction picture book collection. Perfect for art enthusiasts, budding creatives, and anyone craving an inspirational story, Cloth Lullaby provides a unique glimpse into the world of a remarkable artist. Unearth the power of art, the beauty of mother-daughter relationships, and the magic of memories woven into us all.
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