Aaron Becker, známý svou prací na filmech od Lucasfilmu, Disney a Pixaru, přináší své umělecké mistrovství do vlastních, ručně kreslených světů. Jeho díla zkoumají sílu představivosti a zachycují kouzlo tajných dveří a magických luceren, které nachází ve své mysli. Becker využívá tradiční materiály a techniky k vytváření postav a prostředí, které čtenáře vtáhnou do nových dobrodružství. Jeho tvorba je pozvánkou do imaginárních říší, kam se může každý vydat.
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.
A master of the wordless form imagines a futuristic Noah's Ark in a luminous sci-fi parable for our changing world. The Earth has flooded. The only signs of humankind are the waterlogged structures they left behind. Peeking out from the deluge are the remnants of a zoo, home to rare and endangered animals, survivors of long neglect. Tender-hearted NOA is a construction robot who's found new purpose as the caretaker of the zoo's beleaguered inhabitants. Bracing for the next storm, NOA builds an ark from the wreckage in search of new land, only to discover something even more profound. With boundless compassion and sweeping scenes of sea and sky punctuated by detailed wordless panels to pore over, Caldecott Honor winning creator Aaron Becker delivers a timely and concrete message about the rewards of caring in even the most difficult of times that is sure to inspire the dreamers among us.
Am Ufer eines Flusses steht ein Baum, eine Eiche. Sie strahlt Ruhe und Beständigkeit aus, fest verwurzelt mit ihrer Umgebung. Die Jahre kommen und gehen, die Landschaft verändert sich. Menschen siedeln sich an. Der Fluss rauscht unbeirrt weiter, während aus einer einfachen Siedlung eine große Stadt wird, die glückliche Zeiten, aber auch Zerstörung erlebt. Aaron Becker erzählt in seinen Bildern und ohne ein einziges Wort eindrücklich vom Werden und Vergehen und von der Hoffnung, dass die Natur dem Menschen immer die Chance für einen Neuanfang schenkt.
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.
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."
Sammelband
Aaron Becker erzählt in opulenten Bildern und ohne ein einziges Wort die Geschichte eines Mädchens, das durch eine selbst gemalte Kreidetür in eine andere Welt gelangt, eine Welt voller Wunder und Gefahren. Per Boot, Ballon und fliegendem Teppich reist sie durch geheimnisvolle Landschaften, findet einen Freund, taucht mit ihm durch magische Unterwasserwelten und besteht atemberaubende Abenteuer. Dieser Sammelband enthält die drei Einzeltitel Die Reise, Die Suche und Die Rückkehr. Für alle, die die großartige Bilderreise wie einen Film in einem Stück genießen wollen.
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.
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.
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.