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Report copyright infringementby John Cohen (Photographer)In 1959 John Cohen travelled to East Kentucky looking for what he calls old music. Cohen asked for names at local gas stations but soon ran out of leads, and drove off the highway onto the next dirt road. Here he stumbled across Roscoe Holcomb playing the banjo and singing on his front porch in a way says Cohen, "that made the hairs on my neck stand up on end." And so by pure chance began the lifelong friendship that is the background f...

Simply German Shepherds: The Coloring Book: Color In 30 Realistic Hand-Drawn Designs For Adults. A creative and fun book for yourself and gift

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Report copyright infringementby Funky Faucet Press (Author)Relax and color in this realistic, detailed hand-drawn dog coloring book for adults!!German Shepherds (and dogs in general) are our best friends, beloved family members―and for many dog owners, a major source of support after a stressful day. We created a range of images for you to color in, from a dog on a beach to a couple of puppies posing, this is the perfect book for yourself or as a gift for a loved one!Simply German Shepherds: ...

Documentary Theatre in India: Assembling Publics, Performing Politics

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Report copyright infringementby Anuja Ghosalkar (Editor), Kai Tuchmann (Editor)This unique volume presents the undocumented practices and histories of Documentary Theatre in India. Set against India's contested political landscape, where legal documents determine one's life, the contributors highlight the relevance of Documentary Theatre, challenging dominant concepts and offering new frameworks for understanding its cultural significance. Essays, conversations, and creative contributions fro...

The Maisel's Murals, 1939: Native American Art of the American Southwest

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Report copyright infringementby Paul R. Secord (Author)The murals fronting the entrance of Skip Maisel's Indian Jewelry and Crafts store at 510 Central Avenue SW in Albuquerque, New Mexico are a treasure of Native American painting and are of national importance. They represent some of the earliest and finest paintings by a seminal group of Southwestern native artists. Commissioned in 1939 by the store's founder, Maurice Maisel, the grandfather of the current owner, the murals are an extraord...

What Galileo Saw: Imagining the Scientific Revolution

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Report copyright infringementby Lawrence Lipking (Author)The Scientific Revolution of the seventeenth century has often been called a decisive turning point in human history. It represents, for good or ill, the birth of modern science and modern ways of viewing the world. In What Galileo Saw, Lawrence Lipking offers a new perspective on how to understand what happened then, arguing that artistic imagination and creativity as much as rational thought played a critical role in creating new visi...

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Report copyright infringementby Elizabeth James (Author)Crazy Colouring ( Brilliant Colouring For Boys)is a fun and relaxing creative colouring book created especially for boys of all ages, and makes the perfect gift for the little man in your life! Whether they're into sports or spacemen, gadgets or goalposts, robots or ninjas, this book has a fantastic variety of designs created especially for boys to colour and enjoy! Watch him put down his gadgets, turn off the TV, and switch off and unle...

Alfaaz Volume I: Written Pieces Recreated By Visual Artists

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Report copyright infringementby Alfaaz (Compiled by)A collection of pieces, including poems, short stories and reflections written by Alfaaz contributors, recreated by visual artists in their own respective mediums.This book is designed to showcase the various artistic interpretations of written word, to open up stories to those who may resonate with them in different ways. Number of Pages: 96 Dimensions: 0.38 x 10 x 7 IN Publication Date: October 05, 2...

Connecting Visual Literacy to Theory: Revisiting the Disruptions of Visual Thinkers in Education and Beyond

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Report copyright infringementby Ricardo Lopez-Leon (Editor), Dana Statton Thompson (Editor)This volume seeks to close the gap between education systems across the world that remain systematically devoted to understanding our world through text, rather than images. Author BiographyRicardo Lopez-Leon, PhD, is a lead researcher-lecturer at the University of Aguascalientes at the Design Sciences Center in Aguascalientes, Mexico.Dana Statton Thompson, MLIS, MA, MFA, is the assistant dean of librar...

Mandala Coloring Book for Adults: 125 Mindful Patterns

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Report copyright infringementby Vibrant Visions (Author)Enjoy Our Unique Mandala Patterns And Unleash Your Creativity!Whether you're looking to surprise a loved one with a thoughtful, creative gift or you simply need a fun way of expressing yourself and letting go of accumulated tension, these adult coloring books for women are definitely a must! Our beautiful selection includes one of a kind, original mandala patterns that promote peace of mind and calmness, being an ideal way of adding a co...

The Forms of Things Unknown: Essays Towards an Aesthetic Philosophy

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Report copyright infringementby Herbert Edward Read (Author)The Forms of Things Unknown is a collection of essays written by Herbert Read, a prominent British art critic and philosopher. The book explores the nature of aesthetics and the role of art in human society. Read argues that art is not just a form of entertainment or decoration, but a fundamental aspect of human experience that helps us understand ourselves and the world around us.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, ...

Aesthetics of Excess: The Art and Politics of Black and Latina Embodiment

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Report copyright infringementby Jillian Hernandez (Author)Heavy makeup, gaudy jewelry, dramatic hairstyles, and clothes that are considered cheap, fake, too short, too tight, or too masculine: working-class Black and Latina girls and women are often framed as embodying "excessive" styles that are presumed to indicate sexual deviance. In Aesthetics of Excess Jillian Hernandez examines how middle-class discourses of aesthetic value racialize the bodies of women and girls of color. At the same t...

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Report copyright infringementby Terry Barrett (Author)CRITS: A Student Manual is a practical guide to help art and design students obtain maximum benefits from the most common method of teaching these subjects in college: the studio critique. CRITS positions studio critiques as positive, productive, and inspirational means to foster development - not occasions to be feared. It explains the requisite skills, knowledge, and attitudes for meaningful and motivational participation in critiques. C...

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Report copyright infringementby C. S. Doron (Author)Unlock Your Creativity with Astrology and Art!Whether you're a beginner astrologer or a practicing artist, AstroArt: The Definitive Guide introduces a groundbreaking method to transform natal charts into creative art prompts. This step-by-step workbook provides detailed exercises, examples, and guided homework to help you interpret astrological archetypes and channel them into meaningful artwork.Discover how to: Use astrology to inspire yo...

The Cult of the Virgin Mary in Medieval Italy: Art, Devotion, and Liturgy in Orvieto

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Report copyright infringementby Sara Nair James (Author)Late medieval Italy witnessed the widespread rise of the cult of the Virgin, as reflected in the profusion of paintings, sculptures, and fresco cycles created in her honor during this period. The cathedral of papal Orvieto especially reflects the strong Marian tradition through its fresco and stained-glass window narrative cycles. In this study, Sara James explores its complex narrative programs. She demonstrates how a papal plan for the...

Liminal: Spaces-In-Between Visible and Invisible

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Report copyright infringementby Erica Eaton Mfa (Editor), Bfa Tara Smelt (Editor)This book is a compilation of artist work, scholarly essays, poetry and artist information. The Evolutionary Girls Club is an international group of artists, scholars and activists who deal with issues around voice, access and privilege though the making and exhibiting of art, (be it visual, written, or any other form). The group has done art exhibitions and workshops in Ukraine, Germany, the United States, Swede...

My Journey in Jewelry Designing 1958-2024

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Report copyright infringementby Laurence T. Huddon (Author)Step into a World of Exquisite Jewelry DesignUnveiling a collection of jewelry designs unlike any you have encountered, this book is a captivating journey for the senses. Within its pages, masterfully crafted layouts showcase a spectrum of hand-drawn creations, each one brimming with originality and imbued with a captivating story.From the elegant simplicity of tailored silver pieces to breathtakingly intricate works of art, these des...

Citizenship, Identity and Belonging in Kenya

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Report copyright infringementby Zarina Patel (Editor), Zahid Rajan (Editor)At the turn of the twentieth century, the print media in India was highly developed and very active in the country's liberation struggle. Hence South Asian migrants who came to Kenya were well aware of the importance of the press in advancing the anti-colonial campaign. The first Indian-owned newspaper in Kenya was the African Standard which Alibhai Mulla Jeevanjee established in 1901 in his fight for equal rights. Tha...

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Report copyright infringementby Cannupa Hanska Luger (Author), Eden Pearlstein (Contribution by), Cem Eskinazi (Contribution by)An ambitious, world-envisioning work of Indigenous futurism.Since 2015--through a proliferation of forms including sculpture, regalia, film, photography, poetry, painting, and installation--acclaimed multimedia artist Cannupa Hanska Luger has been weaving together strands of a new myth. Collectively referred to as Future Ancestral Technologies, this sprawling series ...

Insect Anatomy: The Curious World of Bees, Beetles, Butterflies, and Bugs

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Report copyright infringementby Julia Rothman (Author), Michael Hearst (Author)Get a close-up look at the world of insects with a delightfully illustrated guide to the fascinating insects, bugs, arachnids, and other creatures that populate our planet by the billions. Millions of species of insects fly, crawl, dig, swarm, and eat on every continent. Our very existence depends on them; without pollinators, we would have no food, and without decomposers, the world would be covered in decaying ...

Frederic W. Goudy's Alphabet: With Additional Chapters by Temple Scott & Otto F. Eges

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Report copyright infringementby Frederic W. Goudy (Author), Temple Scott (Essay by), Otto F. Eges (Essay by)This beautifully illustrated book explores Frederic W. Goudy's innovative approach to letter design and his enduring influence on typography. First published in 1918, this volume is a fascinating glimpse into the creative mind of one of the most important American type designers of the twentieth century. Perfect for anyone interested in the history of graphic design or the art of typefa...

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Report copyright infringementby Lucy Claire Dunbar (Author)A renowned artist shows that hope can be found everywhere--in family, friendships, and even the changing of seasons--through 100+ beautiful illustrations and thoughtful affirmations that capture the magic of self-love and resilience. From celebrating the kindness of strangers to commemorating loss, Lucy Claire Dunbar seeks to warm the heart with every line of her hand-drawn illustrations. In The Book of Gifts, she intertwines some of...

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Report copyright infringementby Jyoti Bachani (Editor)This is an anthology of contemporary, original poems, and poems in translation from such Hindustani poets as Rohit Rusia, Atma Ranjan, Nityanand Gayen, Sarveshwar Dayal Saxena, Shuba Shuba, and Hussain Haidry. Here are poems in Urdu, Marathi, and polyglot experiments in Japanese, Greek, Turkish, French, and Latin. Here is a rich gathering of poets celebrating human verbal creativity, in all its modes, in Being, Becoming, Belonging. All tho...

Preserving Greatness: Great Salt Lake in Photographs

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Report copyright infringementby Chris Carlson (Photographer)Through more than 200 extraordinary photographs, discover the beauty, fragility, and timeless wonder of Great Salt Lake as it teeters on the brink. As Great Salt Lake began to recede at an alarming rate, photographer Chris Carlson felt compelled to document this extraordinary natural wonder before it changed forever. He dedicated nearly four years to capturing its beauty on its shores, in its waters, and from the air. The result is ...

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Report copyright infringementby Philippe Thiebaut (Author)Gustav Klimt's visionary talent comes alive in this sumptuous book that features 90 impeccably reproduced works including 6 stunningly detailed fold-out spreads. This stunning volume offers readers an unparalleled opportunity to explore Klimt's artistry through iconic works such as The Kiss, The Three Ages of Woman, Judith I, and Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I. These large-scale fold-outs reveal intricate details, transforming the bo...

The Book of Horror: The Anatomy of Fear in Film, Updated Edition

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Report copyright infringementby Matt Glasby (Author), Barney Bodoano (Illustrator)"... the definitive guide to what properly messes us up." ― SFX Magazine "Glasby anatomises horror's scare tactics with keen, lucid clarity across 34 carefully selected main films - classic and pleasingly obscure. 4 Stars."― Total Film The Book of Horror introduces the scariest movies ever made and examines what makes them so frightening. Horror movies have never been more critically or commercially successful,...

Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology Through the Arts

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Report copyright infringementby W. David O. Taylor (Editor), Daniel Train (Editor), Amos Yong (Foreword by)Discover the deep connection between theology, the arts, and the work of the Holy Spirit in Naming the SpiritIn this book, W. David O. Taylor and Daniel Train bring together a remarkable group of theologians, scholars, and artists to offer a fresh perspective on pneumatology through the creative lens of the arts.Each chapter unpacks a particular name for the Holy Spirit and examines its ...

Reawakening Our Ancestors' Lines: Revitalizing Inuit Traditional Tattooing

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Report copyright infringementby Hovak Johnston (Author), Cora Devos (Photographer), Meta Antolin (Photographer)For thousands of years, Inuit women practised the traditional art of tattooing. Created with bone needles and caribou sinew soaked in seal oil or soot, these tattoos were an important tradition for many women, symbols stitched in their skin that connected them to their families and communities. But with the rise of missionaries and residential schools in the North, the tradition of t...

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Report copyright infringementby Hazel Soan (Author)A compilation of practical guidance on everything you need to know about painting people and landscapes in watercolor, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations to develop your masterpiece. Hazel Soan is a hugely successful painter and an outstanding teacher and author of art books, which have introduced the wonders of art to a generation of amateur artists. Here she collates her vast knowledge on painting in watercolor in easily ...

Brush Lettering: Create Beautiful Calligraphy with Brushes and Brush Pens

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Report copyright infringementby Rebecca Cahill Roots (Author)A beautifully illustrated practical guide to creating beautiful modern lettering with brushes and brush pens. Learn brush lettering with this creative guide from calligrapher extraordinaire Rebecca Cahill Roots, aka Betty Etiquette. In this quirky and relatable guide, she guides you through how to use brushes and brush pens to make exquisite letterforms. One of the most popular hand-lettering techniques, brush lettering is a beautif...

The Art of Living in Advent: 28 Days of Joyful Waiting

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Report copyright infringementby Sylvie Vanhoozer (Author)Nurture a Heart that Waits with Joyful, Expectant FaithStep into the Advent season with The Art of Living in Advent, a beautifully crafted daily devotional by Sylvie Vanhoozer, who blends Scripture, history, art, and reflection to enrich your spiritual preparation for Christmas. Centered around the traditional French santons, or "little saints," this book invites you to imagine Christ's presence in your daily life--right where you are. ...

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Report copyright infringementby Lisa R. Benson (Author), Kathleen Shure (Author)Be Here and Love You is a heartfelt collection of illustrated poems written by Kathleen Shure during quarantine following a stem cell transplant for myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). These poems-by turns tender, funny, and quietly profound-capture the emotional landscape of serious illness, caregiving, and the fragile beauty of everyday life.After Kathleen's passing, her daughter Lisa R. Benson, an artist, created p...

Space Ships! Ray Guns! Martian Octopods!: Interviews with Science Fiction Legends

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Report copyright infringementby Richard Wolinsky (Editor)In these highly-candid radio interviews, more than fifty legendary, larger-than-life personalities trade anecdotes about the Golden Age of science fiction. Ray Bradbury, Robert Bloch, Harlan Ellison, Philip K. Dick, Isaac Asimov, Margaret Atwood, Fritz Leiber, Frank Herbert, Frank Kelly Freas, and many more, depict the wild personalities, sparks of contention, and vivid imagination that made science fiction thrive. "Amazing, astounding,...