{"title":"Matthew Olivier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatthew Olivier\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the rich tapestry of artistic expression through insightful and accessible works that illuminate the world of art. His books invite readers to engage deeply with visual culture, offering thoughtful perspectives on how to appreciate and interpret art's many forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on the intersection of creativity and cultural history, Olivier's writings enrich the reader's understanding of the arts. Ideal for both casual enthusiasts and serious students, his books serve as a gateway to discovering the enduring power and beauty of art in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-art-of-reading-art-by-matthew-olivier-9781923503335","title":"The Art of Reading Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross eras, painters have drawn from their past and present to create works celebrated far into the future. However, while museums are filled with artworks considered genius, it can be difficult to understand why these particular paintings have earned that title.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Reading Art\u003c\/em\u003e, Matthew Olivier expands his exceptionally popular online series (@matthewolivierx) to conversationally break down some of history's great paintings, from Bosch's \u003cem\u003eThe Conjurer\u003c\/em\u003e and Jan van Eyck's \u003cem\u003eArnolfini Portrait\u003c\/em\u003e to Edward Hopper's \u003cem\u003eNighthawks\u003c\/em\u003e. In his uniquely welcoming style, Olivier captures for readers what these paintings say, and how exactly they say it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTravelling across periods and styles, Olivier's focus isn't on a timeline of movements, or on creating an academic catalogue. Rather, his writing uncovers what makes 100 of history's artworks so special. From discussions of history and technique to analysis of what details say about a work and its painter, \u003cem\u003eThe Art of Reading Art\u003c\/em\u003e helps readers dive deeper into the paintings without needing an art history degree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244503216364,"sku":"9781923503335","price":60.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781923503335-the-art-of-reading-art-1.jpg?v=1787997946"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/matthew-olivier.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}