Audubon as artist : a new look at The birds of America / Roberta J. M. Olson.

"John James Audubon (1785-1851), artist, naturalist, and creator of the celebrated The Birds of America, is widely regarded as America's first exceptional watercolorist. This book offers a unique exploration of Audubon's artistic journey intertwined with the drama of his life, unveiling how he studi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Olson, Roberta J. M. (Author)
Language:English
Published: London : Reaktion Books, 2024.
Subjects:
Audubon, John James, > 1785-1851. > Birds of America.
Birds > North America > Pictorial works.
Genre:
Pictorial works.
Physical Description:383 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Format: Book
Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Before The Birds of America and Audubon's 'Early Birds'
  • Desperately Seeking a Living in Art
  • Audubon in the Crosshairs
  • Fledging: Great Britain and the Odyssey of The Birds
  • To France and Feathering the Nest
  • Migrations to Parts Unknown and Completing the Flock
  • Audubon at the Crossroads