The master of contemporary sidewalk chalk shares his latest creations in this collection of impossible-seeming, brilliantly imagined illustrations that leap off the page in all their original joyful exuberance.
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David Zinn is an artist whose work occupies public spaces, transforming everyday locations into ephemeral galleries. His temporary street art, crafted solely from chalk, charcoal, and found objects, is always improvised on-site. These imaginative creations often feature distinctive characters and are celebrated for their fleeting nature, with their renown spreading through shared photographs. Zinn's art is a playful exploration of the moment and the communal environment.
- 2022
- 2021
The Chalk Art Handbook
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
"With so many searching for ways to have fun at home in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, chalk art has become a great way to do so while enjoying some fresh air. The Chalk Art Handbook offers budding artists a review of the tools involved, as well as tips and tricks to creating an array of sidewalk creatures. Artist David Zinn, whose work has been used as inspiration for elementary and middle school art lessons, offers step-by-step guidance on how to make chalk art come to life and advice on specific techniques such as smudging, perspective, and 3-D illusions. He also encourages artists to work outside the box with details on how to best incorporate concrete specks and natural holes or cracks in the ground into their artwork. The Chalk Art Handbook even includes bonus activities to keep everyone drawing happily both indoors and outdoors." -- Amazon.com
