Short description
Explains to the average person how to understand, appreciate, and evaluate art, and discusses starting an art collection and where to go to see art.
Long description
Do you love art but feel intimidated by it? Then this book is for you! Anne Hawley, Director, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston Long in coming, much needed, and clearly and accurately written. Congratulations, Tom. Peter L. Schaffer, A La Vieille Russie, New York Includes full-color gallery of great works of art! If youve wanted to take a closer look at art, but get intimidated by the art world, youll treasure Art For Dummies(R). In this down-to-earth guide, renowned art expert Thomas Hoving shows you how to get more out of a trip to the museum, from art appreciation 101 to a quick overview of major movements and artists. Discover how to: Look at art like an expert Get the most out of a museum Find the worlds best art collections Appreciate the worlds greatest masterpieces Start your own art collection Get smart! www dummies.com