Aaron Becker, réputé pour sa contribution artistique à des studios de cinéma tels que Lucasfilm, Disney et Pixar, crée désormais ses propres personnages et mondes avec une maîtrise traditionnelle. Son œuvre explore la puissance de l'imagination, révélant des portes secrètes et des lanternes magiques qu'il découvre dans son esprit. Becker emploie des matériaux et des techniques classiques pour construire des environnements et des personnages immersifs qui invitent les lecteurs dans des voyages uniques. Ses créations offrent un accès à des royaumes imaginaires accessibles à tous.
Avec un simple crayon rouge, une fillette dessine une porte magique, qui s'ouvre sur des mondes imaginaires. Crayon en main, elle crée tour à tour un bateau, une montgolfière, et un tapis volant ; et traverse des royaumes enchanteurs. Une aventure poétique à l'encre, plume et aquarelle, qui montre que l'imagination offre un voyage sans limite.
For the 20th anniversary of September 11th, this is the hopeful story of a resilient tree that grew (and still grows) at the base of the twin towers, illustrated by New York Times bestselling artist and Caldecott honoree Aaron Becker.
Welcome the much-anticipated finale of Caldecott Honoree Aaron Becker’s wordless trilogy—a spectacular, emotionally satisfying story that brings its adventurer home. Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl turns back to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It’s her third journey into the enticing realm of kings and emperors, castles and canals, exotic creatures and enchanting landscapes. This time, it will take something truly powerful to persuade her to return home, as a gripping backstory is revealed that will hold readers in its thrall. Caldecott Honor winner Aaron Becker delivers a suspenseful and moving climax to his wordless trilogy, an epic that began with the award-winning Journey and continued with the celebrated follow-up Quest.
Aaron Becker, creator of the stunning Journey, presents the next chapter in his luminous wordless fantasy.
A spectacular time-lapse portrait of humankind - and our impact on the natural world - from an award-winning master of the wordless form.For his latest feat of visual storytelling, the acclaimed creator of the Journey trilogy invents, in staggering detail, a familiar world layered with imaginary civilizations. Borrowing from multiple cultures and architectural styles to craft astonishing new humanscapes, Aaron Becker tracks the evolution of our species - and its toll on the Earth - through the fates of a lone tree and an enduring river. River and tree bear silent witness over time as people arrive to harness water, wind, and animals; devise technology and transportation; redirect rivers; and reshape the land. Timely and ultimately hopeful, this wordless epic invites readers to pore over spreads densely packed with visual drama. Fans of Journey, Quest, and Return will leap at a new chance to uncover sophisticated layers of meaning, marvel at intricate details - from holographic billboards to flying machines - and see our precious shared world through fresh eyes.
Celebrating color and nature, this die-cut book offers a visually engaging experience through its simple yet joyful design. Created by a Caldecott Honor-winning artist known for the Journey trilogy, it invites readers to explore vibrant illustrations that captivate the imagination.
A young girl, still reeling from her dog's death, finds solace while picking up stones on the beach during her family's vacation.
This die-cut book showcases the artistic talents of a Caldecott Honor-winning creator, known for the acclaimed Journey trilogy. It presents a visually engaging experience that captivates readers with its innovative design and storytelling approach, inviting exploration and imagination through its unique format.
This meditative die-cut book invites readers to explore the wonders of the sky, continuing the thematic journey established in previous works by the Caldecott Honor-winning author. With its unique design and reflective tone, it encourages a sense of awe and appreciation for the natural world, making it a perfect addition for those who enjoyed the earlier titles, "You Are Light" and "My Favorite Color."
Focusing on holiday rituals and the theme of nature's rebirth, this die-cut companion by Aaron Becker enhances the experience of his previous works. The book invites readers to embrace stillness and reflection, creating a luminous atmosphere that celebrates light and color. Through its unique design and thoughtful narrative, it encourages a deeper connection to the world around us.