Obata's Yosemite: The Art and Letters of Chiura Obata from His Trip to the High Sierra in 1927 by Chiura Obata  (1)
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Describes the life and work of nature artist and Japanese American Chiura Obata. Includes tips on how readers can make their own nature art.
Gr 4-7-This brief biography provides a peek into the life of a Japanese-American artist, who often drew and painted the flora, fauna, and wildlife of Yosemite National Park. It covers Obata's childhood, his move to America, his marriage and family, and his years as an artist. Throughout his life, his love of nature and painting sustained him. Ross combines the story of the life of this exceptional artist with tips for young artists interested in natural subjects. Full-color samples of Obata's art, including sketches of San Francisco after the earthquake of 1906 and his drawings of the Japanese internment camps during World War II, and black-and-white photographs are nimbly woven into the volume. Informational sidebars include tips on how to draw lines, birds, and clouds; supplies needed by an artist; "Wet-Day Painting"; capturing shadows and movement; and creating prints. Late in his life, Obata received the Order of the Sacred Treasure from the Japanese emperor. To appreciate fully the meaning of this honor, students may wish to read Sheila Hamanaka's In Search of the Spirit (Morrow, 1999). Those interested in naturalists may want to try the volumes in the series that address bird, bug, fish, and wildlife watching.-Jennifer J. Gallant, Cleveland Public Library, OH
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Describes the life and work of nature artist and Japanese American Chiura Obata. Includes tips on how readers can make their own nature art.
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- Field Notes from Yosemite: Apprentice to Place (Sketchbook Expeditions) by Teresa Jordan in Back Matter
