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Tiny Treasuresis a celebration of Hawaii’s children, set against their tropical island home and depicted in luminous paintings by one of Hawaii’s most prolific artists, Mary Koski. One of Hawaii's premier painters, Koski reveals a delight and fascination with the subtleties of the human face and the challenging interplay of light and shadow. Working in the classical style of Flemish masters like Vermeer and Rembrandt, Koski creates light and life that seem to glow from within the painting. Having been inspired by Hawaii and its beautiful people, Koski focuses on the islands’ "tiny treasures" — its children — in enchanting portraits that are sure to delight and inspire. Lyrical poetry accompanies each of these lovely paintings.
A tender collection of endearments for children the world over. All over the world, people express their love for their children through endearments, such as "sweetie pie" or "peanut." A child might be called little angel, angelito, in Spanish or precious, bao bei, in Chinese or my sweet little moon, mera chanda, in Hindi. Little Treasures offers a wealth of endearments in fourteen languages to share with your own beloved poppet and petit chou.
A glorious trove of miniature art across eras and mediums--from ancient Egypt to the present, from netsuke to medieval shrines Intricate and appealing, curious and uncanny, miniature works of art exert surprising power. Over thousands of years and across cultures, artists and artisans have created small objects for many purposes: tiny gold amulets of ancient Egyptian gods to protect the wearer; portable European medieval shrines made of precious materials to hold the relics of saints; English and American miniature painted portraits to keep loved ones close; Dutch dollhouse furnishings to display the maker's skill and the owner's social standing; pocket-size tools and globes from the age of exploration; Japanese netsuke carved in the shape of auspicious animals; and everyday objects transformed into statement jewelry by contemporary makers. Tiny Treasures looks closely at more than 75 fascinating miniature objects from across the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, exploring their meaning and purpose along with their often dazzling workmanship, and showing that the human impulse to create on a small scale can produce compelling masterpieces.
The Tiny Treasures Coloring Book is a delightful collection of intricate illustrations that will transport you to a world of miniature wonders. Featuring adorable jar designs, this coloring book is good for anyone who loves cute and whimsical art. Each page of the Tiny Treasures Coloring Book is filled with tiny jars that are bursting with intricate details and charming designs. From delicate flowers and swirling vines to cute animals and whimsical patterns, these illustrations are sure to capture your imagination and inspire your creativity. Whether you're an experienced colorist or just starting out, the Tiny Treasures Coloring Book is the good way to unwind and relax. With its compact size and easy-to-carry design, you can take this coloring book with you wherever you go, so you can enjoy a moment of peace and tranquility whenever you need it. The Tiny Treasures Coloring Book is also a great present for anyone who loves coloring or cute illustrations. Whether you're looking for a birthday present, a stocking stuffer, or just a little something to brighten someone's day, this coloring book is sure to bring a smile to their face. So why wait? Order your copy of the Tiny Treasures Coloring Book today and start exploring a world of miniature wonders!
It is a small world, after all! Here are step-by-step instructions for making tiny teddy bears, little ladybugs, petite porcupines, itsy-bitsy bikinis, and much, much more! Microcrafts shows crafters how to create dozens of miniature treasures, each no larger than a spool of thread. No previous crafting experience or pricey materials are necessary—just a love of all things small!
In a clever take on the “night at the museum” theme, a little mouse with a genius for collecting leads picture book readers—and seek-and-find aficionados—on a thrilling nocturnal adventure. Dakota Crumb: Tiny Treasure Hunter is both a rollicking story with a dash of danger and, in its final eye-popping spreads, a seek-and-find challenge. As the clock in the great museum tick-tocks past midnight, a little mouse with a sack and a treasure map scurries past the guards. Plucky and intrepid Dakota Crumb scours the museum for artifacts, including the famous Purple Jewel of Cairo (a gumdrop stashed in an exhibit). By day, the little mouse shares her carefully curated finds with fellow tiny creatures that flock to Miss Crumb’s tiny Mousehole Museum. A feast for sharp-eyed readers—who’ll delight in circling back after the story to pore over the illustrations in search of treasure—this gently suspenseful tale, splashed with soft, dusky hues, evokes a world of wonders after dark.