World of Glass: The Art of Dale Chihuly

"World of Glass: The Art of Dale Chihuly" offers an engaging and accessible introduction to the life and work of the celebrated American glass sculptor, Dale Chihuly. Authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan conducted exclusive interviews with Chihuly, providing unique insights into his passion for glassblowing, his artistic journey, and his collaborative workshop environment. Lavishly illustrated with photographs of Chihuly's vibrant art and personal family images, the book also includes a step-by-step explanation of how blown glass is created. It's an excellent resource for children aged 4-11 to learn about art, creativity, and the fascinating process behind Chihuly's iconic sculptures, inspiring curiosity about both art history and STEM principles.

The first children's book about Dale Chihuly, the world-renowned glass sculptor His crew calls him Maestro. Thousands of fans call him a magician. Over the past five decades, Dale Chihuly (b. 1941) has created some of the most innovative and popular works of art in museums and gardens around the world. Authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan met with Chihuly in his studio for exclusive interviews discussing his early life, his passion for glassblowing, and his dazzling works. Lavishly illustrated with Chihuly's art and family photographs, this book discusses Chihuly's workshop and his glassblowing technique. The book includes a step-by-step look at how blown glass is created, a list of places to see Chihuly's artwork, endnotes, a bibliography, and an index.