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Expressive Painting is the ultimate beginner's guide to watercolor painting using dynamic, vibrant colors.
Following the same clean, contemporary, easy-to-read, and easy-to-follow layout and design of the other books in Walter Foster Publishing's popular Portfolio series, Expressive Painting gives beginning and aspiring artists the information they need to paint colorful watercolors that convey mood and emotion on canvas.
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When it comes to images, we are all animists. Deep down, we all know that images can – at least potentially – be alive or come to life. Nowadays, we may tend to rationalize our ingrained animism and explain it away as a mere projection only happening in the space between image and viewer. In the Middle Ages, however, imagery made enthusiastic use of magical, miraculous and mechanical means of animation, empowered and ensouled by both natural and...
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There is immeasurable beauty in stillness, special tranquility in silence, and indescribable enrichment in a calm and peaceful spirit.
In the deepest part of us, we strive to live in that blessed state where earthly troubles are dissolved and have lost their power over us.
Our challenge is to capture these blissful moments by listening to the peace, calm, and stillness deep within us to discover what is ready to be revealed.
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The definitive artist's reference guide and comprehensive sourcebook of art materials and painting techniques, now available in a modern ebook edition.
The Complete Artist's Manual covers all the elements of painting and drawing from materials to techniques, color composition and media - the ultimate artist's bible.
In addition, it contains a structured painting course with simple exercises developing into more advanced projects, with demonstrations...
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In this study, mathematical substructure of works of Dutch graphic artistM.C.Escher is examined. Mathematical effects in Escher's works can be classified in certain topics. Most important of them can be put in order as regular division of the plane, visual paradoxes and fictions on structure of perspective and geometrical topology. For each of these topics, it can be said that Escher is influenced by some certain names as well. Most important of...
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Dive into the mesmerizing world of Art Nouveau through the life of one of its most influential figures, Alphonse Mucha, in the summarized biography, "Art Nouveau: Alphonse Mucha's Path Towards Fame and Misfortune." This beautifully written book invites readers on a journey through the remarkable life of Mucha, whose artistic vision transformed not just the world of art but also left an indelible mark on popular culture.Discover the story of Mucha's...
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The work of T. C. Steele, William Forsyth, J. Ottis Adams, Otto Stark, and Richard Gruelle, known collectively as the Hoosier Group, established plein air ("in the open air") painting as a major art form in Indiana. The vitality of this style is represented in Painting Indiana III: Heritage of Place which includes 100 juried works by current Indiana plein air artists, along with paintings by the Hoosier Group, all featuring notable Indiana landmarks....
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Siblings, Kate, and Jack Hill, lose everything when the family Wall Street business collapses in corruption and their father's suicide seals their fate. Starting anew without the accustomed wealth, Jack finds a new life in a small midwestern town and rescues the business that supports the township of Shadow Leaf. He uncovers his real father and unknowingly falls in love with his half-brother as a new verdant world unfurls.
Kate, a budding clairvoyant...
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Tracey Warr's art texts have been developed as an 'embedded' writer, writing with rather than about artists. Throughout her various modes of art writing, she argues against binaries and focuses on the stream of consciousness, the more than human, and remoteness.Her essays tangle with punk art, art and ecology, endurance art, performance art, site-specific art, and women's art. Warr's writing engages with the making processes of contemporary artists,...
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"Embark on a riveting journey into the mystical realms of Hindu mythology with 'Kal Bhairav: A Fierce Manifestation of Shiva.' Unveil the untold tales of this formidable deity, exploring the cosmic dance of destruction and creation. As ancient prophecies unfold, a gripping narrative weaves through the sacred landscapes, delving into the profound significance of Kal Bhairav. Brace yourself for an immersive odyssey where divine power clashes with mortal...
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Dive into the enchanting world of "The Enchanted Realms: The Existence and Origins of Fairies" ebook and embark on an extraordinary journey into the heart of folklore and magic. At approximately 38 pages this captivating digital treasure trove is your key to unlocking the secrets of the ethereal beings that have fascinated humanity for centuries. Delve deep into the rich tapestry of fairy folklore from cultures around the world. Uncover the origins...
13) Un Pont Entre Les Mathematiques Et L'art M. C. ESCHER Infrastructure Mathématique Derrière les Œuvr
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La relation entre les arts plastiques et les mathématiques est aussi ancienne que les arts plastiques et les mathématiques elles-mêmes. Cette interaction mutuelle s'est adaptée aux conditions changeantes et s'est transformée avec le temps, mais continue sans interruption. En tant que résultat naturel de ce fait, les mathématiciens et les artistes ont été en contact, ont réalisé des œuvres collectives et partagé des idées.Dans cette étude,...
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Czech Writer Božena Němcová offers her collection of Czecho-Slovak Fairy Tales. The tales were written at the time of the latter period of the Czech National Revival, a time when national sentiment favored the revival of the Czech language, culture and national identity. Some of the titles include: 'The Little Cock and the Little Hen', 'Castle Bousin' and 'The Magician and the Cat'.
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"(...) La belleza del ajedrez se asemeja a la de la poesía. Las figuras del ajedrez son un alfabeto que da forma a los pensamientos, y estos pensamientos se expresan abstractamente a través del diseño visual que ocurre en el tablero de ajedrez, al igual que en la poesía... Después de años de cercanía con jugadores de ajedrez y artistas, puedo decir honestamente que no todos los jugadores de ajedrez son artistas, mientras que no todos los artistas...
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I Justyn first started photographing the Fire while living with his good friend Hans Schmitt, one of his best friends. He is the owner of Dance Boulevard, located in San Jose California, and a Champion Dancer. They would sit on the back patio and enjoy food, drink and discuss all matters of life and existence. During one such evening Justyn felt the spirit beckoning him to photograph the flames of the fire pit. While doing this, he found that the...
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Photographs are valuable reference tools that most artists use. Complex subjects are generally easier to draw from photos-plus other factors, such as weather, movement, and lighting, can make drawing from life nearly impossible. Children and animals, for example, rarely sit still when you want them to, making it much easier to draw them from photographs. However, many beginning artists aren't confident in their picture-taking skills, or they don't...
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-Aprenda caligrafía, iluminación y lettering de forma rápida, segura y eficaz con este libro, una compilación única para principiantes y usuarios avanzados, para sumergirse en el fascinante mundo de la escritura.
-Conozca los conceptos básicos del arte atemporal de la caligrafía y las posibles variaciones de la escritura, a través de detalladas instrucciones para cada letra individual del abecedario.
-Incluye más de 50 alfabetos diferentes...
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Get the Summary of Katy Hessel's The Story of Art Without Men in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Story of Art Without Men" by Katy Hessel chronicles the contributions of female artists throughout history, often overshadowed in a male-dominated art world. From the Renaissance to the present, Hessel highlights women who broke barriers and created influential works despite societal constraints. The book covers...
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