Saturday, May 31, 2014

Set #2:Magic Windows

Garza, C.L., Rohmer, H., & Schecter, D. (1999) Magic windows. San Francisco, CA: Children's Book Press. Carmen L. Garza uses the art of papel picado (cut paper art) to share insight into her family, history, and her community. Each art piece serves as a "Magic Window" into the flora, fauna, and, recollections of the artist. Each page contains cultural information as well as insight into how the panels are constructed.The panels are bold , colorful, yet simple.  Each page is presented both in English and in Spanish. Ms. Garza is an award winning author and painter whose works have been displayed in museums both nationally and internationally. More of Ms. Lopez' art can be found at : http://carmenlomasgarza.com/

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