<p><b>Experience how art meets science, from the earliest cave paintings to today''s advanced tech - and meet the innovative artists behind it all!</b><br><br>In <i>Art Alive! with Science</i>, <b>award-winning author Mary Auld</b> explores moments from art history that have expanded our understanding of the way things work, such as the <b>beautiful balance of forces in kinetic sculpture</b>, the<b> interplay of light and shadow in painting and puppetry</b> and how <b>Op Art tricks our brains and plays with our senses</b>. <br><br>Following each <b>case study </b>of astounding innovation, there is a <b>creative project</b> that applies the scientific learning to the reader''s own art practice. The unique art style of <b>illustrator Sue Downing </b>is sure to draw in young artists, especially alongside the photos of each artist''s work and contribution to the timeline of innovation. Perfect for children age 8 and up.<br><br><b>Artists and science principles inside include:<br></b>Introd