The Back to School Collection

Five books for the future artist, critic, and educator—all in one inspiring collection. The Five Lives of Hilma af KlintA moving biography, told in vivid illustrations, this graphic novel features key moments in the life of Swedish artist and pioneer of abstract painting Hilma af Klint (1862–1944). Long underrecognized, af Klint is amid a sensational rediscovery that continues to take art audiences by storm. Making a Great ExhibitionAn exciting insight into the workings of artists and museums, Making a Great Exhibition is a colorful and playful introduction geared to children ages 3 to 7. William Shakespeare × Rose Wylie: The TempestSet on a remote island, Shakespeare’s The Tempest is an ideal subject for the artist Rose Wylie, whose work frequently references classic stories and well-known characters. What It Means to Write About Art: Interviews with Art CriticsThe most comprehensive portrait of art criticism ever assembled, as told by the leading writers of our time.  Letters to a Y