Arts & Literature

Arts & Literature

Creating and expressing ones’ self through various media, such as art and literature, has been a desire of mankind since the beginning of time. Also an art form, literature has been used to express mankind's deepest observations, most profound thinking and firmest beliefs; it encompasses many genres such as drama, poetry and novels. While both the physical arts and literature are a form of self-expression, each also represents a profession. Explore the world of arts and literature and discover mankind’s fascination with self-expression.
 
The Story Of a Genius - Constantin Brancusi
Famous for his original works of art due to his amazing wood-carving talent, Constantin Brancusi (1876 -1957) left an...
Funny Irish Phrases
Think you need something to cheer you up on a gloomy day? Here are some funny Irish phrases that are guaranteed to make you...
Towards Asmara By Thomas Keneally
Towards Asmara by Thomas Keneally travels through Eritrea's war of independence, a conflict that outsiders interpret.
20 Beginner Tips for Taking Digital Photography
New to digital photography? Looking for information to help you take better pictures? Here are 20 digital photography...
How to Maintain Emotional Intelligence and Positive Thinking in the Ballet World
Author Deborah Vogel has written many books for the student ballet dancer. Most of them have to do with anatomy, and...
Epic Fantasy Summer Reading Recommendations
This summer brings us a lot of great epic fantasy novels, both from established authors continuing their series and from...
An Inside Look at Five of Austin's Top Museums
Austin, Texas, offers a wide range of activities and options for residents and visitors alike, including several top-tier...
Thursday Next: First Among Sequels
New book by Jasper Fforde a New York Times bestselling author. In this paperback release addition Thursday (the main...
Silver
The tale, "Sliver", follows the life of Long John Silver, the legendary pirate from Stevenson’s "Treasure...
World War Two Quotes
The Second World War was a time of some brave stories as well as some gruesome tales. Read on for some World War Two quotes...
I’ve Started to Write (or Finished); Now What?
Whatever you were writing, you’ve completed it. Are you really, actually, finally done? Not if you haven’t done this.
Oops! There Goes Another Warhol - the Art That Can't Be Moved
Patrick Barkham: Famous art does more air miles than ever these days and even respected galleries can damage work
To Rise Above It All !
You hear and see of spirit first best at times. Your shadow is one thing, and your spirit is another ! To come to...
Worthy Way of Communication
Chat live has become an indispensable means in promoting art. Art lovers and artists can exchange information related to...
Tattoo Designs - The Most Beautfiul Form Of Body Art
Know about the precautions one should take while having a tattoo on their body..
The Benefits of Email Marketing Software for Museums and Galleries
Museums can use email marketing software to boost attendance numbers, provide more information on current exhibits, and...
Full Time Artist - Make a Living with Art Shows
You can live your dream as an artist. Work towards quitting your day job in less than a year.
Get benefited with Magazine subscriptions
With burgeoning of innovative and variety of magazines and their hiking prices, now it is the best option to get your...
In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
A truly frightening view of how violence and murder can come home.
The Canvas Art of Jackson Pollock
Jackson Pollock - nicknamed ‘Jack the Dripper’ - was a painter who revolutionized abstract art. He is well-known for his...
Beyond My Knees !
For her, "I will do more than anything", it was said, but not born to live without love. Love doesn't make, the...
Facts About Pablo Picasso
Pablo Picasso was a notable figure in the world of art. Lovers of art all over the world respect him and his work. Know...
Memorial Death Sayings
Death is a poignant and significant event. It also emphatically conveys a strong message. Lets take a look at some memorial...
Tatting: Knot A Lost Art!
From maintaining the nets of fisherman to adorning the garments of royalty, tatting has survived the test of time. This...
Circles And Into The So Called, "Great Unknown" !
Circles are quite like nothing else ever made. What even comes close to the circle ? What of the oval shaped eyes, and or...
Harp, Flute, Violin and Viola: ' Images': A Composer's Journal
A Composer’s Journal Entries, February 21-March 23, 2008 by Laurie Conrad. For all articles written by Laurie Conrad...
Good Punishment, Tested And True !
Punishment is only good if it works, in our eyes and beyond them. When you were punished, it went beyond that which you...
The Inheritance Of Loss by Kiran Desai
The Inheritance Of Loss promises much, delivers a lot, but eventually delivers little. Small town concerns trouble the...
Tapestries Make For Classic Wall Decor
Tapestry collections make classic wall décor. A tapestry hung on the wall for display is a popular and sensible way to...
The Compleat Gamester: A Medieval Book Review
Have you ever wondered what kinds of games people played during the Renaissance? The Compleat Gamester is a guide to just...
Drawing Tutorials For Beginners
So what makes a good drawing tutorial for beginners? The keyword here is "beginner", so it's a little bit...
What Makes A Good Pencil Sketch Drawing Tutorial
Are you having problems locating a good pencil sketch drawing tutorial? If you have, I hope this article will give you some...
Rewarding Tips for Promoting Your Art
Art portfolio reflects the artist skill and also maximise the chance of noticing your work. The portfolio should carry...
Heaven for Art Lovers
Art fairs are held annually where art and art lovers swarm to share their common interest and promote art in a better way....
Whack a Few Writing Myths
Is that writing rule that nags you actually a myth?
Pithy Prose: The Wit & Wisdom of People Named 'H'
"Pithy prose" are quotations that say more in one or two sentences than could be expressed in a thousand-word...
Profiles in Classical Guitar: Julian Bream
A look at one of the most influential classical guitarists of the modern era. His contributions include a very large...
The End Of The Affair by Graham Greene
The End Of The Affair by Graham Greene provides a remarkable insight into the space that must be crossed within human...
Chat with Enjoyment and Excitement
Chat live is an important tool in promoting art and benefit art lovers in acquiring knowledge. Artists and art lovers can...
Promoting Various Arts
Art fairs are a traditional manner of exhibiting the work of different artist and various forms of art. Art lovers can...
Better Photo Tips - New Photo Insights
We all have things we like to photograph the best. To stretch your imagination and creativity sometimes you NEED to shoot...
Better Photo Tips - Size Does Matter
At one time or another, most of us have seen a close-up of something that was made to make us think it was actually...
Preparing Chaine Turns For Ballet Dancing In Pointe Shoes
Chaine turns are best perfected in soft shoes first. Every would-be ballerina wants to excel at turns on pointe. But pointe...
Motivate Your Writer Within
How long have you been telling people, "I'm writing a book?" Need motivation to start or complete it?
Reflecting Artist’s Vision
Art portfolio is an attempt to promote art and evaluate the skills of artist. Using this effective medium, the artist can...
Significance of Art Galleries
Art lovers can find various form of art in the art galleries. The art galleries are the best place to know art and artist.
Yes, Yes, Yes !
The Bible, and after you do, can still come through even beyond you, should you choose not to even be alone while sinning....
Image Not So Real Of Man Alone, Without Love !
Man can only come to take you so far, it was said. Life more than image alone, and love more than life ! More is less and...
It's A Pity !
To obtain everything you want, and it takes you farther away from coming to know why your really here or there, or...
The Order Of Things, Beyond Just Luck Alone !
Left, right and center, and beyond just the setting-up of the so called stage of life. Up never really having to come down,...
The Truer Than True Heart, For America !
Stir you up, and keep stirring me up too, with the very best sides of you, America. To have and to hold, beyond thy oath,...
Mandela Moves to Block Sale of Prison Drawings
Lithographs signed by, and work of, former South African president become focus of legal action
Ashes To The Vistula by Bill Copeland
Ashes To The Vistula by Bill Copeland is a World War Two novel set in Auschwitz. It's a tale of loyalty amidst the...
Life Is Full Of Love, Of All Kinds !
Roll with it, in loop hole style, that you have more than learned to call your own alone. You use to come to tell them,...
The Hesitant Writer
Are you a hesitant writer who only dreams of seeing your articles or books in print?
An Italian artist in Bangkok
Since the turn of the 20th century, Italian craftsmen have contributed to the artistic and architectural splendor of...
Loving the Journey
About living in the moment and enjoying the journey of artistic creation as much or more than the results.
The Amnesiac - A Novel
A new fiction book about a young mans pursuit to remember his past with a murder mystery twist.
My Journey Quilt
Quilters understand something that many people don’t-- something about second chances, which are a little different than...
Church of the Dog - A Novel
Sometimes only a stranger can lead the way home...
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