Chuck Close: Face Book (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781419701634)

This fascinating, interactive autobiography presents Chuck Close's story, his art, and a discussion of the many processes he uses in the studio. The question-and-answer format is based on real kids' inquiries about Close's life and work, and his answers to them. Close, who is wheelchair-bound and paints with a brush strapped to his arm, discusses the severe dyslexia and face blindness he has struggled with since childhood, as well as a collapsed spinal artery that left him nearly paralyzed at the age of 48.
An engaging feature of the book is a mix-and-match Chuck Close self-portrait section. This hands-on component encourages the reader to create new and interesting combinations of Close's techniques and images. The book also includes an illustrated chronology of Close's life, a list of museums where his work can be seen, and an index.

Praise for Chuck Close: Face Book
STARRED REVIEW
Art lovers of all ages will revel in this vivid, wonderfully affecting book, which is almost as ingenious and memorable as Close himself.
-Kirkus Reviews, starred review

STARRED REVIEW
Close describes his work with candor and insight. The high quality printing and lush colors of the reproductions make it easy for readers to share that excitement. A nifty mix-and-match section lets readers compare the methods used in 14 of the artist's self-portraits.
-Publishers Weekly, starred review

STARRED REVIEW
"Excellent-quality reproductions of his paintings appear throughout. A readable and engaging look at a fascinating artist and his methods of working."
-School Library Journal, starred review

Chuck Close's art and life story are the ideal way to introduce art and artists to children.
-Horn Book

A winner. Chuck Close's honest, personal memoir about his life and work makes an ideal book for kids who find school challenging, who are creative or who see the world a bit differently from their peers. In other words, this one's for most everyone.
-Shelf Awareness

Awards:
WINNER - 2012 Boston Globe Horn Book Nonfiction Award
New York Public Library's Children's Books 2012: 100 Books for Reading and Sharing list
Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2012 list: Children's Nonfiction
Capitol Choices 2013 - Noteworthy Titles for Children and Teens
Orbis Pictus Recommended Book 2013
Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC) Choices 2013 list - The Arts
2013 ALA/ALSC Notable Book


Author: Fran輟ise Mouly
ISBN-10: 1419701630
ISBN-13: 9781419701634
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2012
Pages: 64
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 10.20h x 8.10w x 0.60d
Award: Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards - Winner
Award: Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) - Recommended
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Recommended
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award - Nominee
Award: Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Book Award - Nominee

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 02/20/2012 pg. 170
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2012
Booklist 03/15/2012 pg. 50
Horn Book Magazine 05/01/2012 pg. 111
School Library Journal 06/01/2012 pg. 141
Shelf Awareness 09/07/2012
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2012 pg. 161 - Superior,Well Above Average
Publishers Weekly Best Books 11/05/2012 pg. 41
Kirkus Best Children's Books 11/15/2012 pg. 52
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2012 pg. 34