Customer Reviews for How Great Thou Art God & the History of Art Revised
How Great Thou Art God & the History of Art Revised
Sister Wendy Beckett once said, "Looking at art is one way of listening to God." As students journey through this 5-year curriculum, they're sure to hear God's voice. More than 250 lessons blend art history with hands-on instruction in drawing and painting---and feature illustrations by homeschoolers. Includes 35 paint cards. Ages 10 and up. 454 reproducible pages, softcover from How Great Thou Art.
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Customer Reviews for God & the History of Art Revised
Review 1 for God & the History of Art Revised
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This book was not at all stressful, and fun
Date:June 27, 2012
gracefild
Location:Ont.
Age:35-44
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I used this book over 2 years with a variety of ages at once from highschool down to age 8. We didn't finish the whole program, just chose what went with our history study. My younger children liked the kids drawings, because it made them feel like they could do that, or better. The older ones liked the more detailed drawings. I learned a lot from the readings. I read them separately from the art lessons to keep from being overwhelmed.
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Review 2 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:March 16, 2012
Heath
Age:35-44
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Excellent Christ centered curriculum! Great for homeschoolers! :)
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Review 3 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Art with a Christian Perspective - unique
Date:November 25, 2011
homeschool in Ohio
Location:Columbus, OH
Age:45-54
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I don't know of another product that combines art & art history with a Christian Perspective. I am thrilled that we found it. My boys were not interested in art history but this was a great way to get a Christian perspective on Art History, get them to try a little drawing, a little painting, without overwelming them.
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Review 4 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Not what is appears to be...
Date:September 21, 2011
Homeschooldad
Location:Oklahoma City, OK
Age:35-44
Gender:male
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I am a classically trained artist desiring to incorporate God's perspective on art into my art instruction for my children. I ordered this based on the previous reviews but was exceedingly disappointed when I got my hands on it. This is not an art instruction book. It is hardly an art history book. It is in no way a five year curriculum. I really don't know what this book is supposed to be. If it has any value it might do well as a Sunday school teacher's idea book for three-eight year olds. The "art" instruction follows no pattern whatsoever and is little more than three minute exercises to do with a crayon and paper. It's primary images are of young children's badly drawn pictures. I don't mean that in a bad way but compared to a Jerome or a Bougeureau they are badly drawn. My point is that we shouldn't be displaying what some kids did with a pencil but what one is capable of doing with a pencil accompanied by solid instruction. Inspire them to draw better and to learn about God and how Art should reflect God's glory. One day that homeschooled kid might well be in the same gallery as the guy that makes "sculptures" out of extracted teeth and there will then be a light shining in the darkness. I hate to even write this review because I don't want to be "that guy" complaining when everyone else seems to think it's fine, but I have to say that books like this are why so few children grow up to be an artist in the true sense of the word. The author made a valiant attempt with this book but it falls dramatically short. Unfortunately I don't have anything to recommend that would be better. Outside of Thomas Kinkade calendars or bible cases (that is sarcasm BTW), there is really nothing that addresses art in relation to God while also providing instruction. Francis Schaeffer did a great job explaining what happened to the arts when God was removed but it is time for us to take art back to God. The Christians have handed the Arts over to the unbelievers on a sliver platter and have told them to do with it as they see fit. Walk into the Tate Modern and see the consequences of that. My apologies to the author, but this book will do more to hurt your child's appreciation and understanding of art than help it.
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Review 5 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:May 6, 2011
Candice Mcclellin
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This is a great art program infused with Christian History. I would recommend this to anyone! My children 6 to 13 all love it! It is also very parent friendly, just read straight from the book. I have NO art experience and can easily use this.
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Review 6 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:August 2, 2010
Michelle R
As I leaf through the books and the paint cards, I get excited to go through this art curriculum! My 3 kids and I are looking forward to our 5 years in this program.
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Review 7 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:April 19, 2010
Jennifer Snyder
This book is in my top my top five out of a hundred Arts teaching books that I have used regularly to instruct my students, young and old. Barry Stebbing's vision and research are perfectly attuned to the Christian art lover, especially those with nudity prohibitions in the Arts.
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Review 8 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:September 22, 2009
Jessika
We've only begun using this program and I'm really enjoying it. I like the content but I do wish the layout was a little less compact since it would be easier to visually digest.The artist bios and picture study are well done and the correlating projects do a good job of utilizing the basic skills taught in book one.I definitely appreciate the Christian perspective.
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Review 9 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:August 28, 2009
Karen Hullinger
I thought that the art history was very thorough and the lessons were done in a good manner. Even my son, who doesn't choose art, likes it.
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Review 10 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:August 8, 2009
Excellent art program. My two home educated sons use this. It's very flexible and complete.
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Review 11 for God & the History of Art Revised
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Date:October 1, 2007
Ervin Barkman
We're loving this art program. I like the structure and well-laid out lessons (no planning for me). And it's packed with interesting info about past great artists.
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