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Provides an overview of the life of Diego Rivera, discusses his work, and prompts readers to imagine what he would paint in contemporary times.

Discusses the childhood of Diego Rivera and how it influenced his art.

Examines the life and times of the noted Mexican muralist, discussing his art and politics.

A biography of the Mexican artist whose work often portrayed men at work, and which demonstrated his love of his native Mexico.

Explores the work and lives of these two Mexican artists and invites readers to learn about their art through 24 activities, such as painting a self-portrait Kahlo-style, creating a mural with a social message like Rivera, making a Day of the Dead ofrenda, and crafting an Olmec head carving.

"Diego Rivera offers young readers unique insight into the life and artwork of the famous Mexican painter and muralist. The book follows Rivera's career, looking at his influences and tracing the evolution of his style. His work often called attention to the culture and struggles of the Mexican working class. Believing that art should be for the people, he created public murals in both the United States and Mexico, examples of which are included."--Amazon.com....

The life of artist Frida Kahlo, from her humble upbringing to her worldwide fame and controversy that surrounded both her and her husband, Diego Rivera.