(2) YA Illustrated by Peter Arkle. Each volume explores a groundbreaking artist via text, reproductions, and graphic novel–like illustrations. No harsh truths (i.e., drugs, free love, hard drinking) are glossed over, making the series more appropriate for high school readers; the engaging text and design also make them accessible to struggling readers with an interest in art. Originally published in England, these editions are still peppered with Briticisms. Bib. Review covers these titles: This is Dalí, This is Pollock, and This is Warhol.

Reviewer: Lolly Robinson | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2014

(1) K-3 Illustrated by Robert Andrew Parker. The trio of collaborators presents the complex, reserved artist Jackson Pollock with few words and large watercolor and pen illustrations. What Pollock paints is shown minimally with a few strokes; the focus is the figure of the painter stretching his body across the canvas. Additional biographical information and extensive notes are appended. This is a book with the energy and expression to match its subject.

Reviewer: Lolly Robinson | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2002