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For thousands of years an enigmatic and astonishingly beautiful piece of Roman art has captivated those who have come in contact with it.Made before the birth of Christ, the Portland Vase, as it is called, is renowned for both its beauty and its mystery.
In The Portland Vase, Robin Brooks takes us on a vivid journey across Europe and through the centuries, as this delicate piece of glass, less than ten inches in height, passes through the hands of...
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"A provocative interpretation of the political and cultural history of the early cold war years. . . . By insisting that art, even art of the avant-garde, is part of the general culture, not autonomous or above it, he forces us to think differently not only about art and art history but about society itself."-New York Times Book Review
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Any tattoo is the outcome of an intimate, often hidden process. The people, bodies, and money that make tattooing what it is blend together and form a heady cocktail, something described by Matt, the owner of Oakland's Premium Tattoo, as "blood and lightning." Faced with the client's anticipation of pain and excitement, the tattooer must carefully perform calm authority to obscure a world of preparation and vigilance. "Blood and lightning, my dude"-the...
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The celebrity tattoo artist takes fans on a tour through his life and art, combining captivating vignettes and stories with more than one hundred color photos.
Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Rita Ora, Cara Delevingne, Rihanna, and many more of the hottest celebrities in the world have been seen on the red carpet, on concert stages, and in magazine spreads wearing stunning ink created by Keith "Bang Bang" McCurdy, the most in-demand tattoo artist in...
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Joaquin Sorolla (born in Valencia 1863-died in Cercedilla 1923) is one of the most successful Spanish painters ever. He was a genius in capturing the essence of the scene he was painting. He lived while photography was being invented and popularized. Some of his breathtaking landscapes show how he was familiar with and employed similar techniques at the photograph. His landscapes are a great introduction to Spanish history.In the course of preparing...
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This book takes on a journey along the banks of the mighty Nile, where the ancient Egyptians, inspired by a profound sense of spirituality, erected temples that stand as enduring marvels of architectural ingenuity. Explore the roots of ancient Egyptian temple construction evolving from simple shrines to the grandiose temples that would become the spiritual and cultural epicenters of this extraordinary civilization.
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An ebook that will introduce you to the other side of the force, the obscure psychopathology of tormented artists. Until now, it was customary to comment that artists' works, out of excessive modesty or a certain cowardice, veiled their private lives with a consensus shroud. In this book, the darker aspects of certain artists are examined to better understand their works, their torments, and to position yourself morally in relation to them. Some,...
68) How to Draw Animals for Kids: A Step-By-Step Drawing Book. Learn How to Draw 50 Animals Such as D
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Is your child enthusiastic about animals and has interests in creating beautiful drawings? Then you are in the right place! How To Draw Animals For Kids: A Step-By-Step Drawing Book. Learn How To Draw 50 Animals Such As Dogs, Cats, Elephants And Many More! is the perfect book for your kids to help them improve their drawing skills. Most kids have a magically undeniable connection with animals. There are young ones who imitate animal sounds even before...
69) Mitología japonesa para principiantes Vive las apasionantes sagas de Japón y descubre paso a paso
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Desde una perspectiva europeo-occidental, gran parte de lo relacionado con el estado de Japón, incluida su historia y cultura y la gente que vive allí, no sólo parece extranjero, sino también en cierto modo inaccesible e incomprensible. Quienes no se ocupan de ello explícitamente a menudo no tienen ninguna conexión con Japón. Por supuesto, esto también se aplica a la mitología japonesa. A diferencia de la mitología grecorromana o nórdico-germánica,...
70) Typography 33
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For over fifty years, the Type Directors Club has encouraged the worldwide graphic arts community to achieve excellence in typography through its annual international competitions. Typography 33 is the only annual devoted exclusively to typography and presents the finest work in the field for the year 2011. Selected from approximately 2300 international submissions to the annual Type Directors Club competition, the winning designs are models of excellence...
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Master Minds: Creativity in Picasso's & Husain's Paintings The book, "Master Minds: Creativity in Picasso's and Husain's Paintings", is a projection of master minds in the field of art. It reveals about the creative works of art that are not just show pieces to adorn rich homes, museums and art galleries but to bring awareness about human attitude and cultural heritage. The projection of these works of art could lead to international integration and...
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First released in 1901, Thought-Forms was an in-depth exploration on the visual manifestations of thoughts and the notion that they exist as objects. Conceived by renowned theosophists Annie Besant and C.W. Leadbeater, the book consists of 58 illustrations based on Besant and Leadbeater's clairvoyant observations on how music, emotions, experiences, and colors affect thought forms. Expanding beyond its original readership, the book would have great...
73) The Meaning
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From the mind of multidisciplinary artist Cendrine Marrouat, comes a unique collection that blends poetry, poetic thoughts, short personal essays, and never-released photography. Cendrine's most personal project to date, "The Meaning" will leave you inspired and with a sense of renewed gratitude for life. "'The Meaning' is a deeply moving experience comprised of photography, poetry, philosophical musings and even a window into the very soul of different...
74) Barfrestone
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Accidentally locked in a church cupboard for twenty years, it's hardly surprising the 'poor devil', Titivillus, had missed a few things. But was he really to blame for screwing up payment on a contract for a human soul?
His intended victim seems to think so, but does the Sale of Goods Act even apply to contracts with the Lord of Darkness?
And is making the victim into an eminent art historian ever going to be an adequate good-will gesture...
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En 1790, Kant introdujo el arte de los jardines en las Bellas Artes y las escenas de la naturaleza libre, desencadenada, en la filosofía. El mismo año, Wordsworth veía señales de la revolución en los caminos y riberas del campo francés, al tiempo que Burke denunciaba a los levellers revolucionarios que aplicaban a la sociedad la simetría de los jardines a la francesa.
Así pues, el paisaje es bastante más que un espectáculo agradable a la...
76) I Must Remember
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Lawyer Mitch Galichin finds himself a fugitive after he blows the whistle on a human trafficking ring operated by the vory-v-zakone in Leningrad. His life in peril, Mitch navigates the landscapes of Eastern Canada, drawing readers into the vivid places and intriguing characters he encounters along the way.
The story oscillates between the Canadian backdrop and the stark contrasts of Siberia, where Mitch's young daughter, Anja, and his ex-wife reside....
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What is it like to experience true freedom? This ebook answers that question through male environmental nude photography. Using multiple models, poetry will accompany the images to explore what it is like to inhabit a world without clothes. The Mountains Are Calling: The Male Nude asserts that letting go of self imposed barriers is the key to living free.
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Heir To The Old Masters contains a biographical essay on Reynolds by Chadwick Hagan, and images and the original seven discourses by Sir Joshua Reynolds. Discourses have been edited and annotated. 2023 was the 300th birthday of Sir Joshua Reynolds, born July 16, 1723.
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The first book to seriously identify how artistic activism works and how to make it work better
The past decade has seen an explosion in the hybrid practice of "artistic activism," as artists have turned toward activism to make their work more socially impactful, and activists have adopted techniques and perspectives from the arts to make their interventions more creative. Yet questions haunt the practice: Does artistic activism work aesthetically?...
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Just Beautiful: Celebrating Black Women with Poetry is a collectible poetry work by Walter the Educator. Collect more poetry at WaltertheEducator.com. Creating a poetry book celebrating black women is important for several reasons. First and foremost, it provides a platform to celebrate black women, who have historically been marginalized and underrepresented in literature and society. By showcasing their stories, struggles, and triumphs through poetry,...
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