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by John James Audubon (Illustrator), Peter Gray (Author)
Recreate the iconic bird illustrations of John James Audubon in this practical colouring kit, containing a 64-page colouring book, 6 frameable colouring projects and 10 colouring pencils.
Audubon was a master of ornithological illustrations during the 18th century, and this kit brings together several of his magnificent artworks to colour. Whether you are just starting your adventures in colouring or are an avid enthusiast, Audubon Birds Colouring offers budding artists the opportunity to polish their skills and produce a series of pictures that can grace any home. Inside, you will find:- A 64-page book with 30 artworks to get you started
- A set of 6 special cards with outlines for you to colour and frame
- A set of 10 colouring pencils All the original artworks are shown in the book, so you can follow the exact colour
schemes. Or let your imagination run wild and create a picture that is as dynamic
and as bright as you wish. No matter which direction you choose, you'll be
producing unique art that will give you hours of pleasure.
Author Biography
A self-taught artist, naturalist and ornithologist, John James Audubon (1785-1851) was born in Haiti and raised in France, emigrating to North America when he was 18 years old to avoid conscription into the Napoleonic wars. For many years he worked as a trading merchant, before turning to his true passion: ornithology. Audubon spent many years traveling the North American continent, identifying and recording bird species. The book he published of his research, The Birds of America was an immediate success, with Audubon becoming a household name in the nineteenth century. It is still considered to be one of the greatest works of ornithology ever created.
