Action Jackson
Action Jackson by Jan Greenberg is a First Edition picture book published by Macmillan on April 17, 2007. This 32-page work explores the creative process of the American artist Jackson Pollock, beginning with a pivotal moment as he starts his canvas known as Number 1, 1950 (Lavender Mist). The text, crafted by award-winning authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan, draws from Pollock’s own words and insights from those close to him, providing a unique perspective on his artistry.
Readers will find vibrant watercolors by Robert Andrew Parker that reflect Pollock’s spirit while maintaining a distinct style. The book also includes a photographic reproduction of the finished painting, a short biography, and a bibliography, along with detailed notes and sources that enrich the reading experience. With its focus on art, history, and biography, Action Jackson serves as an engaging introduction to Pollock’s work and the world of painting for audiences of all ages.
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One late spring morning the American artist Jackson Pollock began work on the canvas that would ultimately come to be known as Number 1, 1950 (Lavender Mist).
Award-winning authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan use this moment as the departure point for a unique picture book about a great painter and the way in which he worked. Their lyrical text, drawn from Pollock’s own comments and those made by members of his immediate circle, is perfectly complemented by vibrant watercolors by Robert Andrew Parker that honor his spirit of the artist without imitating his paintings.
A photographic reproduction of the finished painting, a short biography, a bibliography, and a detailed list of notes and sources that are fascinating reading in their own right make this an authoritative as well as beautiful book for readers of all ages.
Action Jackson is a Sibert Honor Book, a New York Times Best Book of the Year, and a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year.
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