Inside Matisse

Matisse was one of the giants of twentieth century art. His impact was profound and far reaching, making him essential to understanding the art of the present. His art conveys some of the most uplifting, life affirming imagery in western culture. At the same time it is among the most creative and influential.


Designed primarily for secondary school art students, this book is also aimed at anyone interested in art and who needs an essential introduction to Matisse and fauvism.

This book is interactive.

• complete and concise account of Matisse’s art in 73 pages plus review questions

• set of review questions after each chapter

• core understanding of Matisse and his art

• selected high quality colour reproductions

• easy to read and follow with images discussed in context

• pop up glossary of key terms

• video and links to further info