A classic guide to art education for young children, written by William Rimmer, a celebrated artist and teacher of the 19th century. With its clear and detailed explanations of the principles of design, this book provides a solid foundation for understanding the basic elements of art and design. From line and shape to color and composition, Rimmer's insights will inspire young artists and teachers to explore the world of art with new eyes and a fresh perspective. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.