Flying Paintings: The Zhou Brothers: A Story of Revolution and Art (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781536204285)

The epic story of two Chinese brothers who became art-world legends, illustrated with stunning paintings by the artists themselves

First there was one Zhou brother, and then there were two. They lived in a bookstore with their grandmother, Po Po, whose stories of paintings that flew through the air and landed on mountain cliffs inspired them to create their own art. Amid the turbulence of China's Cultural Revolution in the 1970s, the Zhou Brothers began painting together on the same canvas. Today, ShanZuo and DaHuang Zhou are icons in the art world, renowned for working side by side on all their paintings and sculptures.

In this extraordinary biography, author Amy Alznauer joins with the Zhou Brothers to tell the story of their unique and often difficult childhood and their pursuit of a wild, impossible dream. The lyrical writing blends elements of legend, while the brothers' dramatic illustrations soar with vibrant colors and surreal imagery from ancient Chinese cliff paintings. An inspiration for young artists and dreamers of all kinds, this deeply felt collaboration explores how art can bring people together, as well as set them free.

Author: Amy Alznauer
ISBN-10: 1536204285
ISBN-13: 9781536204285
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2020
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 11.40h x 9.90w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 10/15/2020 pg. 49
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 07/01/2020 - Book Of Special Distinction
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2020
School Library Journal 08/01/2020 pg. 89
Horn Book Magazine 09/01/2020 pg. 109
Publishers Weekly 11/02/2020
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2020 - Superior,Well Above Average