Walking as Artistic Practice
Accessible to a wide range of readers, from artists to commuters to nature lovers and beyond, who wish to expand their understanding of walking.Walking as Artistic Practice lays out foundational information about the history of walking and its development as an artistic practice, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds. It also provides guidance on how to analyze and discuss walking artworks, with vocabulary support, over three hundred examples, and over seventy-five exercises. The chapters offer a variety of topical approaches, allowing readers and instructors to craft an experience most suited to their interests and needs. Themes include observational and sensory experience, leading versus following, who walks where (identity and positionality), rituals, place, activism, connections to drawing, and embodiment. Appendices include information on documentation, sample syllabi, readings and resources, brainstorming tips, community engagement guidance, and tips for travel-based study. Instructors will appreciate this text because it has so many resources to direct students to when they have questions about analysis, history, community engagement, or documentation approaches. It's the type of book that students will hang onto long after the course is done because it is so practical and useful.
Foundational Description of the Art of Fencing
In his short life, master cutler and Freifechter Joachim Meyer appears to have had quite a successful career as a fencing master, teaching craftsmen and noblemen alike while also authoring at least four different fencing treatises (and possibly more). His works became renowned far outside of his own nation and were copied by other authors for over a hundred years after his death.This book contains Dr. Rebecca Garber's entirely new translation of Meyer's longest and most developed treatise, Foundational Description of the Free, Knightly, and Noble Art of Fencing, published in 1570. It teaches complex and sophisticated methods for using all the typical weapons of his day, beginning with the two-handed sword prized by the tradition of Johannes Liechtenauer, then showing how traditional German fencing should be applied to the eastern European dusack and the Mediterranean rapier which had become popular as sidearms, and finally covering the dagger and polearms that were commonly used in the militias of the Imperial Free Cities.To aid in the study of this important work, it has been separated into two volumes. In Volume 1, Michael Chidester's transcription of the original German text is included alongside the translation, and hundreds of footnotes have been added throughout. In addition, Christopher VanSlambrouck provides an exhaustive introduction to Meyer and the world that he inhabited. In Volume 2, the 62 elaborate Figures created by the workshop of Hans Christoph Stimmer are printed in two different formats-a set that were lavishly painted in 1574, and a black and white set with the backgrounds removed for clarity-along with compilations of all references to each Figure in the text. The illustrations from the M羹nchen, Lund, and Rostock manuscripts are also included in appendices for reference, and an introduction by Michael Chidester describes Meyer's book itself and the process of creating books in the 16th century.This book will prove to be an important resource for any student of medieval or early modern fencing.
Music Generations in the Digital Age
What do we do when we listen? The act of engagement with music in everyday life may seem simple on the surface but participation, interpretation, circulation and cultural production in the digital age are more complex and entangled than ever before. It is especially so in Japan, with its vast multimedia idol and vocaloid industries. This unique ethnographic work at the intersection of cultural, media and music studies covers a wide spectrum of music-related activities embedded in the daily lives of two Japanese cohorts. The varied case studies, including teen idol groups and virtual idols, aid the detailed examination of the relation between music, generation, and society.
Foundational Description of the Art of Fencing
In his short life, master cutler and Freifechter Joachim Meyer appears to have had quite a successful career as a fencing master, teaching craftsmen and noblemen alike while also authoring at least four different fencing treatises (and possibly more). His works became renowned far outside of his own nation and were copied by other authors for over a hundred years after his death.This book contains Dr. Rebecca Garber's entirely new translation of Meyer's longest and most developed treatise, Foundational Description of the Free, Knightly, and Noble Art of Fencing, published in 1570. It teaches complex and sophisticated methods for using all the typical weapons of his day, beginning with the two-handed sword prized by the tradition of Johannes Liechtenauer, then showing how traditional German fencing should be applied to the eastern European dusack and the Mediterranean rapier which had become popular as sidearms, and finally covering the dagger and polearms that were commonly used in the militias of the Imperial Free Cities.To aid in the study of this important work, it has been separated into two volumes. In Volume 1, Michael Chidester's transcription of the original German text is included alongside the translation, and hundreds of footnotes have been added throughout. In addition, Christopher VanSlambrouck provides an exhaustive introduction to Meyer and the world that he inhabited. In Volume 2, the 62 elaborate Figures created by the workshop of Hans Christoph Stimmer are printed in two different formats-a set that were lavishly painted in 1574, and a black and white set with the backgrounds removed for clarity-along with compilations of all references to each Figure in the text. The illustrations from the M羹nchen, Lund, and Rostock manuscripts are also included in appendices for reference, and an introduction by Michael Chidester describes Meyer's book itself and the process of creating books in the 16th century.This book will prove to be an important resource for any student of medieval or early modern fencing.
Felinity
With a history tracing back to ancient Egypt where they were even revered as gods, domestic cats have not only gained the favor of humans by repelling pests, but have also provided us with endless companionship and entertainment through the millennia. Needless to say, our furry friends have also been a great source of inspiration in art and literature -- making frequent appearances in paintings, stories, poems, cartoons and more. Felinity is an ode to this universally-loved creature that has captured the hearts of humans since the dawn of civilization. Packed with beautiful illustrations of our equally charming and mysterious feline friends from all over the world, this book makes a purrfect gift for any lover of these precious creatures. With their fluffy fur, dainty paws, and playful demeanor, what's not to love about cats?
Contemporary British Studio Pottery
Pots have existed across the world and in different cultures for thousands of years. This volume explores how contemporary makers use the ancient language of the pot to convey contemporary ideas, from the sculptural and painterly to the ecological and satirical. This beautifully produced book is a visually rich and critically in-depth focus on the work of twenty-four potters. A companion volume to Contemporary British Ceramics: Beneath the Surface, it reveals how pots can be extraordinarily powerful forms of expression.
Color Fort Wayne Volume Three
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Fort Wayne, Indiana, with this unique Color Fort Wayne Fine Line Coloring Book featuring all of your favorite downtown locations.Each page is a canvas of Fort Wayne's iconic downtown locations, meticulously captured in artistic black-and-white outline drawings for you to bring to life!
Kangaroos Behind Bars
"Kangaroos In a correctional facility: Exploring Hostage Conditions" is a convincing investigation into the perplexing universe of hostage kangaroos, unwinding the moral, logical, and preservation aspects that encompass these marsupials in repression. This book digs profound into the verifiable setting of kangaroo bondage, following its advancement from prior practices to latest things. It reveals insight into the reason for bondage for kangaroos, taking part in a basic assessment of the moral discussions that highlight the idea of keeping these famous Australian animals in jail. The account unfurls against the scenery of the kangaroo's normal environment and conduct, underlining the imperative job they play in biological systems. Dangers to wild kangaroo populaces are inspected, making way for an inside and out investigation of the difficulties looked by their hostage partners. Wellbeing and government assistance issues, mental effects, and regenerative difficulties are examined, offering a complete comprehension of the intricacies engaged with overseeing kangaroos in imprisonment. The book adopts a proactive strategy by presenting enhancement systems pointed toward upgrading the prosperity of hostage kangaroos. These techniques length physical, social, and mental aspects, giving a guide to mindful bondage rehearses. Past the bounds of walled in areas, the story reaches out to the more extensive jobs hostage kangaroos play in protection endeavors and instructive projects, situating them as ministers for untamed life conservation. Exploring the legitimate and moral scenes, the book dissects global and public guidelines administering hostage kangaroos, giving perusers the moral quandaries looked by those associated with their consideration. Contextual analyses enlighten both fruitful projects and the difficulties defied by hostage kangaroo offices, offering significant bits of knowledge and examples. "Kangaroos In a correctional facility" finishes up with a forward-looking viewpoint, imagining progresses in hostage kangaroo the board, the mix of innovation, and a fair way to deal with protection and moral contemplations. It remains as a source of inspiration, encouraging mindful practices for the government assistance and conservation of these exceptional animals in bondage.
Tiny Miracles of the Sea
"Small Wonders of the Ocean: Investigating Manta Beam Little guy Advancement" dives into the spellbinding and frequently baffling universe of one of the sea's most glorious animals, the manta beam. This book unwinds the complexities of manta beam little guy improvement, revealing insight into the entrancing excursion from origination to adolescent stages. The initial parts set the stage by acquainting perusers with the stunning life systems and physiology of manta beams, their different species, and the broad living spaces they possess. As we leave on this investigation, the account unfurls with an accentuation on the crucial parts of manta beam life, including romance, mating conduct, and the complexities of their regenerative cycles.The core of the book, parts two through four, guides perusers through the sensitive course of birth and the basic beginning of manta beam little guys. This part unwinds the difficulties looked by these weak animals, featuring the fundamental pretended by maternal consideration in guaranteeing their endurance. As the account advances, perusers are drenched in the development and improvement of manta beam puppies. From their remarkable taking care of propensities to the various phases of their development, every part reveals another layer of knowledge into the complexities of their lives. The investigation of their cooperations with the climate and other marine life gives an all encompassing point of view on the job of manta beams in sea biological systems. Sections five and six shift the concentration to protection challenges and mechanical advances in concentrating on manta beam little guy improvement. Perusers gain a comprehension of the human dangers these animals face and the continuous endeavors to protect their territories. Mechanical developments in following and observing manta beam little guys add to the developing assemblage of information fundamental for powerful protection. The last parts highlight the fragile harmony between human communication and manta beam preservation. Dependable the travel industry, instructive projects, and public mindfulness drives are investigated as significant parts in the aggregate work to guarantee the endurance of these minuscule supernatural occurrences of the ocean. "Little Marvels of the Ocean" arises as an instructive and outwardly spellbinding excursion, entwining logical investigation with a sincere source of inspiration for the protection of these exceptional marine creatures.
Playful Pachyderms
"Perky Pachyderms: Investigating the Play Conduct of Elephants" is a vivid excursion into the captivating universe of elephants, disentangling the complexities of their play conduct and its significant importance. In this investigation, perusers are welcome to dig into the captivating existences of these great animals, acquiring experiences into the manners by which play shapes their turn of events, social bonds, and in general prosperity. The book opens with an enamoring presentation, setting the stage by featuring the significance of grasping play conduct in elephants. Perusers are acquainted with the different sorts of play showed by elephants, going from social collaborations among companions to the utilization of items and the climate as wellsprings of entertainment. Through carefully investigated sections, the book explores the early long periods of elephant calves at play, revealing insight into the complicated elements among mother and calf and the formative achievements accomplished through play. As the account unfurls, the investigation reaches out to the many-sided social designs inside elephant groups, revealing the job of play in building up friendly bonds and keeping up with the congruity of these clever creatures. The book doesn't avoid the difficulties inborn in concentrating on elephant play, tending to moral contemplations, natural obstacles, and proposing imaginative answers for future examination. Also, "Lively Pachyderms" underlines the more extensive ramifications of understanding elephant play conduct for preservation endeavors. It investigates how this information can be saddled to work on the government assistance of hostage elephants and illuminates preservation methodologies pointed toward protecting the regular environments of these amazing creatures. With rich narrating, logical profundity, and a pledge to moral perception, "Energetic Pachyderms" isn't just a documentation of play conduct; it's a promotion device, bringing issues to light about the significance of these fun loving connections in the existences of elephants and upholding for their prosperity in both wild and hostage conditions. This investigation entices perusers into the core of the elephant realm, where play turns into a window into their spirits, uncovering the delight, knowledge, and complicated social texture that characterizes these wonderful animals.
Daytoner
Daytoner: Enslaving Humanity in Style is a complete compilation of the concept art Daniel Hahn created over the past few years under his alias Daytoner, short DTNR.Robots, mechs and character designs are Daniel's big passions and DTNR, is his outlet and home for this obsession. In this book he pairs his creations with short stories that look back at a possible future. The project started as a small blog in 2012 when Daniel moved to Los Angeles and is a journey through the depths of his unhinged creative mind and the world of his robots.
Art and the Home
Our homes contain us, but they are also within us. They can represent places to be ourselves, to recollect childhood memories, or to withdraw into adult spaces of intimacy; they can be sites for developing rituals, family relationships, and acting out cultural expectations. Like the personal, social, and cultural elements out of which they are constructed, homes can be not only comforting, but threatening too. The home is a rich theme running through post-war western art, and it continues to engage contemporary artists today - yet it has been the subject of relatively little critical writing. Art and the Home: Comfort, Alienation and the Everyday is the first single-authored, up-to-date book on the subject. Imogen Racz provides a theme-led discussion about how the physical experience of the dwelling space and the psychological complexities of the domestic are manifested in art, focusing mainly on sculpture, installation and object-based practice; discussing the work and ideas of artists as diverse as Louise Bourgeois, Gordon Matta-Clark, George Segal and Cornelia Parker within their artistic and cultural contexts.
Dune: Exposures
Explore the creation of Denis Villeneuve's film adaptations of Dune through this evocative fusion of actor Josh Brolin's sublime writing and cinematographer Greig Fraser's intimate set photography. During the shooting of Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two, Greig Fraser went beyond standard unit photography and documented the filming process using still photography on a variety of cameras. This led the cinematographer on an unexpected creative journey that yielded an electrifying gallery of photographs. Meanwhile, Brolin, who plays Warmaster Gurney Halleck in the two films, shares his on-set experience through his vivid, poignant writing. Brolin and Fraser developed a unique bond during production, solidifying a connection that led to this remarkable collaboration that seamlessly juxtaposes the actor's enthralling writing with the cinematographer's striking images. An exceptional new way to experience life on the set of the Dune film adaptations, this thrilling ode to the art of filmmaking from two of the most revered artists in the industry is an unmissable publishing event. STUNNING IMAGES: Curated from photos shot throughout the filming of Dune and Dune: Part Two by cinematographer Greig Fraser, this remarkable volume features his intimate images coupled with Josh Brolin's poignant writing. EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: Witness candid moments between director Denis Villeneuve and key cast members, including Timoth矇e Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Zendaya, and Javier Bardem. UNPARALLELED COLLECTOR'S ITEM: Singular and unprecedented, Dune: Exposures is a powerful tribute to the films that offers fans a rare and unique look into the experience of creating the movies. COMPLETE YOUR DUNE FILM COLLECTION: Dune: Exposures is the perfect companion volume to the acclaimed Insight Editions book The Art and Soul of Dune and its sequel The Art and Soul of Dune: Part Two
Find Your Flow
Readers will learn how to lean in to their unique style of creativity with this fluid art instruction book that combines creative inspiration and soulful introspection with practical instruction. Author and licensed psychotherapist Jessica Young is an expert, empathetic guide for readers to develop their energy and feed their creative flow. Through the diverse techniques and 10 expressive projects in this book, readers will learn how to use the dynamic traits of alcohol ink, high-flow acrylic paint, and more to make beautiful works of abstract art that are reflections of their soul. By tackling the skill-building exercises first, they are guaranteed success when they move on to the step-by-step projects. But this book doesn't just teach how to put paint to paper--it also teaches readers to reflect and process their artistic experiences mindfully with the teachings, affirmations, and journaling prompts included throughout the book. As they journey through the pages, readers will learn to encourage their creative process, face their inner critic, trust their unique voice, work past frustration, find their why, and embrace the fact that they are artists. Be creative. Let go of fear. Find your flow.
Adult Coloring Book for Women
���� Immerse Yourself in Artistic Bliss - Beautiful adult coloring book for women adult coloring book, tailored specifically for women, presents 100 breathtaking illustrations of flowers, birds, and gardens. This coloring book for women empowers you to unleash your creativity and express your artistic spirit.���� Embrace Serenity and Mindfulness - Indulge in the therapeutic activity of coloring intricate designs with this adult coloring book for women, fostering relaxation and mindfulness to alleviate stress and promote tranquility.���� Inclusive for All Skill Levels - Whether you're a seasoned artist or a novice, this coloring book for women accommodates every skill level with a blend of intricate designs and simpler patterns, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all adults.���� The Perfect Gift - Beautiful adult coloring book for women makes an ideal present for flower enthusiasts and anyone seeking relaxation through coloring books for women. Share the joy of blossoms and the therapeutic magic of artistic expression with this adult coloring book for women.���� Ideal Dimensions - With an 8.5 x 11" size, there's ample room for your creative expressions in this adult coloring book for women. The one-sided pages prevent color bleed-through, accommodating various coloring tools such as pencils, markers, or crayons. Beautiful adult coloring book for women is not just an escape to tranquility but also a celebration of nature's beauty, making it an excellent gift and a valuable addition to your collection of coloring books for adults.Embark on a Journey of Stress Relief and Mindfulness with Beautiful adult coloring book for women, an exquisite adult coloring book meticulously crafted for women, designed to immerse you in the wonders of the natural world.Featuring 100 enchanting botanical illustrations, including flowers, birds, and gardens, this adult coloring book for women caters to both experienced colorists and beginners. With intricate designs and simpler patterns, it provides a haven for all skill levels, offering a delightful coloring journey. Experience tranquility and mindfulness as vibrant colors fill each page, making this adult coloring book for women an effective tool for stress relief and a pathway to letting go of worries. Beautiful adult coloring book for women is the perfect gift for women who love flowers and coloring books, combining the beauty of nature with the joy of creative expression.
Design Your Own Potions
Design and color your own magical potions in this coloring book with over 50 potion bottles and labels.
CLAT LLB 2024 Guide by Gautam Puri & Priya Jain
Law as a career option is drawing students in large numbers, and rightly so. Great demand in government, as well as the corporate arena, has further cemented the position that law as a career has enjoyed over the years. Common-Law Admission Test (CLAT) and All India Law Entrance Test (AILET) are two entrance tests that almost every law aspirant sits for. To succeed, efforts in the right direction and with the right books are very much essential and required. Against this backdrop, GKP's "CLAT Guide" will be a perfect preparation book for law aspirants. Containing solved papers of the 2023 CLAT and AILET examination, the book will help students correctly assess their preparation levels.FeaturesDivided into dedicated modulesSolved papers of 2023 exam.
Physics Galaxy 2023
Ashish Arora is a distinguished academician, author, guide & Physics guru at International level. He has been mentoring students for IT-JEE, NEET & IPhO since 1992. Many of his students have secured under Top 10 AIRs in various years' IIT-JEE & NEET including AIR 1 multiple times and won several GOLD & SILVER medals in IPhO in various countries. This book of PHYSICS GALAXY is a result of deep stress and serious efforts of the brain of Ashish Arora to develop fundamental understanding in Physics. The book, Physics Galaxy Vol. 3(a) consists of detailed theory, illustrations & practice questions on: Chapter-1: Electrostatics Chapter-2: Capacitance Chapter-3: Current Electricity
Physics Galaxy
Ashish Arora is a distinguished academician, author, guide & Physics guru at International level. He has been mentoring students for IT JEE, NEET & IPhO since 1992. Many of his students have secured under Top 10 AIRs in various years' IT JEE & NEET including AIR 1 multiple times and won several GOLD & SILVER medals in IPhO in various countries. This book of PHYSICS GALAXY is a result of deep stress and serious efforts of the brain of Ashish Arora to develop fundamental understanding in Physics. The book, Physics Galaxy Vol. 4 consists of detailed theory, illustrations & practice questions on: Chapter-1: Atomic Physics Chapter-2: Photo Electric Effect & Matter Waves Chapter-3: X-rays Chapter-4: Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity Chapter-5: Geometrical Optics Chapter-6: Wave Optics
Physics Galaxy
Ashish Arora is a distinguished academician, author, guide & Physics guru at International level. He has been mentoring students for IIT-JEE, NEET & IPhO since 1992. Many of his students have secured under Top 10 AIRs in various years' IIT-JEE & NEET including AIR 1 multiple times and won several GOLD & SILVER medals in IPhO in various countries. This book of PHYSICS GALAXY is a result of deep stress and serious efforts of the brain of Ashish Arora to develop fundamental understanding in Physics. The book, Physics Galaxy Vol. 2 consists of detailed theory, illustrations & practice questions on: Chapter-1: Heat and Thermal Expansion Chapter-2: Kinetic Theory of Gases and Gas Laws Chapter-3: Thermodynamics Laws & Specific Heats of Gases Chapter-4: Heat Transfer Chapter-5: Oscillation and Simple Harmonic Motion Chapter-6: Waves
Being Work
BEING WORK is a collection of essays by dance and theater artists that offer access to varied experiences of performing in live exhibitions. The authors capture a spectrum of mundane and profound moments that arise within performance gig work in visual arts contexts such as museums, galleries and art fairs, detailing the day-to-day practice of inhabiting art work as well as reflecting on broader questions of how they got there and the impact it has had on their outside lives. While providing very personal, human perspectives on what it feels like to perform in visual arts spaces, BEING WORK asks its audience how a performer's labor is perceived and valued in these spaces, and what new possibilities might unfurl within the, at times fraught, coexistence of the two mediums.Contributors include: Mireya Lucio writing on being the work of Marina Abramovic, Casey Brown being the work of Maria Hassabi, Jessica Emmanuel being the work of Xu Zhen, Kestrel Leah being the work of Julien Previeux, Allie Hankins being the work of Gordon Hall, effie bowen being the work of Narcissister, Dorothy Dubrule being the work of Tino Sehgal and Paul Hamilton being the work of Bruce Nauman. Illustrations by Eileen Echikson accompany each essay to draw out the many thoughts, interactions, sensations and associations that encompass the experiences described.
Physics Galaxy 2024
This book of PHYSICS GALAXY Solutions of Previous Years of JEE Advanced chapter-wise papers is made with detailed Comprehensive solutions for each question with elaborated explanation to understand the concept used in application of the questions. For JEE Advanced, this is essential for all aspirants to carefully understand, how to attack on questions in examination hall while reading it for the first time. The solutions given in this book help students in building the attacking ability for JEE Advanced level questions and strengthen out of the box thinking (OTBT) ability.
Physics Galaxy
""Ashish Arora is a distinguished academician, author, guide & Physics guru at International level. He has been mentoring students for IT-JEE, NEET & IPhO since 1992. Many of his students have secured under Top 10 AIRs in various years' IIT-JEE & NEET including AIR 1 multiple times and won several GOLD & SILVER medals in IPhO in various countries. This book of PHYSICS GALAXY is a result of deep stress and serious efforts of the brain of Ashish Arora to develop fundamental understanding in Physics. The book, Physics Galaxy Vol. 3(b) consists of detailed theory, illustrations & practice questions on: Chapter-4: Magnetic effect of Current & Magnetism Chapter-5: Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Current
CBSE Class IX 2024 Science - Chapter & Topic-wise Question Bank
Science CBSE Class IX: Chapter & Topic-wise Question Bank" is a comprehensive book designed to assist students in preparing for CBSE Class IX Science exams. It adheres to the latest exam pattern and offers a wide range of chapter-wise and topic-wise questions. With detailed solutions and explanations, it enhances students' understanding and problem-solving abilities. The book promotes conceptual clarity and provides ample opportunities for practice and self-assessment. This invaluable resource helps students strengthen their grasp of individual topics and track their progress effectively.
Drawing Nature
Bestselling author and veteran art teacher Catherine V. Holmes teaches readers to draw a wide variety of animals, plants, and landscapes from all around the world, 15 minutes at a time. Author and artist extraordinaire, Catherine V. Holmes goes beyond the backyard with Drawing Nature, a quick and easy guide to drawing animals, plants, and landscapes from across the globe. Step-by-step tutorials break down how to illustrate perennial favorites like eagles and elephants, as well as more exotic subjects like capybaras, baobab trees, and echidnas, in just 15 minutes per project. Readers will work in pencil, oil pastel, and other mediums as they learn about techniques like shading, scumbling, and hatching. From cuddly koalas to hairy tarantulas, Drawing Nature makes it easy for nature lovers of all ages to draw fascinating flora and fauna from every continent.
Under Blue Cup
A personal journey leads a celebrated critic to discover "knights of the medium," contemporary artists who battle the aesthetic meaninglessness of the post-medium condition. In Under Blue Cup, Rosalind Krauss explores the relation of aesthetic mediums to memory--her own memory having been severely tested by a ruptured aneurysm that temporarily washed away much of her short-term memory. (The title, Under Blue Cup, comes from the legend on a flash card she used as a mnemonic tool during cognitive therapy.) Krauss emphasizes the medium as a form of remembering; contemporary artists in what she terms the "post-medium" condition reject that scaffolding. Krauss explains the historical emergence of the post-medium condition and describes alternatives to its aesthetic meaninglessness, examining works by "knights of the medium"--contemporary artists who extend the life of the specific medium. These artists--including Ed Ruscha, William Kentridge, Sophie Calle, Harun Farocki, Christian Marclay, and James Coleman--reinstate the recursive rules of a modernist medium by inventing what Krauss terms new technical supports, battling the aesthetic meaninglessness of the post-medium condition. The "technical support" is an underlying ground for aesthetic practice that supports the work of art as canvas supported oil paint. The technical support for Ruscha's fascination with gas stations and parking lots is the automobile; for Kentridge, the animated film; for Calle, photojournalism; for Coleman, a modification of PowerPoint; for Marclay, synchronous sound. Their work, Krauss argues, recuperates more than a century of modernist practice. The work of the post-medium condition--conceptual art, installation, and relational aesthetics--advances the idea that the "white cube" of the museum or gallery wall is over. Krauss argues that the technical support extends the life of the white cube, restoring autonomy and specificity to the work of art.
Moving without a Body
A radically empirical exploration of movement and technology and the transformations of choreography in a digital realm. Digital technologies offer the possibility of capturing, storing, and manipulating movement, abstracting it from the body and transforming it into numerical information. In Moving without a Body, Stamatia Portanova considers what really happens when the physicality of movement is translated into a numerical code by a technological system. Drawing on the radical empiricism of Gilles Deleuze and Alfred North Whitehead, she argues that this does not amount to a technical assessment of software's capacity to record motion but requires a philosophical rethinking of what movement itself is, or can become. Discussing the development of different audiovisual tools and the shift from analog to digital, she focuses on some choreographic realizations of this evolution, including works by Loie Fuller and Merce Cunningham. Throughout, Portanova considers these technologies and dances as ways to think--rather than just perform or perceive--movement. She distinguishes the choreographic thought from the performance: a body performs a movement, and a mind thinks or choreographs a dance. Similarly, she sees the move from analog to digital as a shift in conception rather than simply in technical realization. Analyzing choreographic technologies for their capacity to redesign the way movement is thought, Moving without a Body offers an ambitiously conceived reflection on the ontological implications of the encounter between movement and technological systems.
The Films of Nicolas Winding Refn
Ebook available to libraries exclusively as part of the JSTOR Path to Open initiative.This critical study engages with the films of the Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn, from his first feature Pusher (1996) up to and including Copenhagen Cowboy (2023), Refn's TV series for Netflix, considered here as a long-form, auteur work comparable to David Lynch's mini-series Twin Peaks: The Return (2017).By focusing on the treatment of genre, gender and glamour in Refn's work, Sweeney argues that the director is often misunderstood as a purveyor of 'macho' films when, in fact, his representations of masculinity are much more complex and layered.'Drawing on a range of critical theory, most prominently the work of Paul B Preciado, and building on the existing criticism of Refn's work by Justin Vicari, Susanne Kappesser and Sofia Glasl, among others, this book provides a comprehensive and accessible analysis of Refn's oeuvre.
Animate(d) Architecture
At their peak, architectural marvels such as the Sagrada Fam穩lia, the Tower of London, the Mosque-Cathedral of C籀rdoba, and the Eiffel tower, had a combined annual visit of almost 16.4 million people. The animated icebound castle in Disney's (2019) Frozen had 116.4 million views, from one single YouTube trailer, in less than 24 hours. The spaces of such massively consumed animation have for generations informed the architectural imagination of people across the globe and from very early in their lives. Yet, not only have the architectural disciplines remained rather absent in the design of these massively consumed spaces, architectural theory has likewise failed to articulate a framework to approach the architecture of animation. To address this void, this book offers an interdisciplinary approach to survey the role of space in animation, including in creating humorous moments in early cartoon shorts, generating action and suspense in Japanese anime, and even stimulating erotic pleasure in pornographic Hentai. Exploring the imagined architecture of animation, from early motion picture to digital animation and from computer graphics to game engines, offers an analytical frame to reconceptualize space.An Open Access version of Yuko Yoshida's chapter 'Animated Embodiments of Witnessing: An Architectural Narrative of Silence' is available on the Liverpool University Press website.
Parisiennes: City Women in French Cinema
Ebook available to libraries exclusively as part of the JSTOR Path to Open initiative.Parisiennes: City Women in French Cinema examines French films that screen women as main characters in the city of Paris from 1957 to the present day. The book investigates how women perceive, use, and inhabit the city of Paris on-screen, showing that the strong connection between the city and its women offers a strategic site to examine gender in urban space in cinema. Close readings of key popular movies, art-house films, and films directed by women reveal that the on-screen interactions between female protagonists and city spaces are crucial to understanding women's place(s) in Paris in different social and historical contexts. Moving beyond the mythical Parisienne and the celebrated fl璽neuse, the book analyzes the Parisiennes as city women to capture the interactive exchange between female protagonists and urban spaces, focusing on spatial perception, everyday urban practices, and lived experience. Most importantly, these on-screen Parisiennes show women's lives and struggles in the city and imagine women asserting the right to be residents of Paris, as city women. The Parisiennes as city women screen women who aim to walk freely the city streets and imagine Paris on their own terms, providing a more egalitarian model to the off-screen city.
Quebec Cinema in the 21st Century
This collection of ten chapters and three original interviews with Qu矇b矇cois filmmakers focuses on the past two decades of Quebec cinema and takes an in-depth look at a (primarily) Montreal-based filmmaking industry whose increasingly diverse productions continue to resist the hegemony of Hollywood and to exist as a visible and successful hub of French-language - and ever more multilingual - cinema in North America. This volume picks up where Bill Marshall's 2001 Quebec National Cinema ends to investigate the inherently global nature of Quebec's film industry and cinematic output since the beginning of the new millennium. Through their analyses of contemporary films (Une colonie, Avant les rues, Bon cop, bad cop, Les Affam矇s, Tom ? la ferme, Uvanga, among others), directors (including Xavier Dolan, Denis C繫t矇, Sophie Desrape, Chlo矇 Robichaud, Jean-Marc Vall矇e, and Monia Chokri) and genres (such as the buddy comedy and the zombie film), our authors examine the growing tension between Quebec cinema as a "national cinema" and as an art form that reflects the transnationalism of today's world, a new form of fluidity of individual experiences, and an increasing on-screen presence of Indigenous subjects, both within and outside the borders of the province. The book concludes with specially conducted interviews with filmmakers Denis Chouinard, Bachir Bensadekk, and Marie-H矇l癡ne Cousineau, who provide their views and insights on contemporary Quebec filmmaking.
Street Murals of Burlington
Travel around Burlington, Vermont, and experience the paintings of mural artists past and present.In this second volume, photographer Carolyn Bates and other contributing artists continue to showcase the art of Burlington, Vermont. You will enjoy and experience even more paintings, murals, sculptures, architecture, and stories around the area.
The Ultimate Guide to Manga Fashion
The ultimate fashion bible for manga and anime artists! Create realistic-looking outfits and one-of-a-kind looks for your manga and anime characters, or design amazing creations for any cosplay event. Author Rabimaru is Japan's leading fashion illustrator and she teaches you how to develop your own unique manga fashion vocabulary! In this comprehensive fashion sourcebook, you'll learn to create an array of stunning outfits including stylish separates and original ensembles. Rabimaru then shows you how to add realistic details, folds, creases, contours and shadows that will make your characters truly come alive! From casual classics to high fashion, The Ultimate Guide to Manga Fashion does it all--in style!Streetwear and basics from T-shirts and hoodies to the frilliest of skirtsBusiness and formalwear for polished professionals and fashionistasSchool uniforms and sailor suits for casual cosplay inspirationSneakers, shoes and accessories to complete each lookWhether you're looking to develop your own signature style or to design an eye-catching costume for a cosplay event, this is the one guide you'll definitely want to have!
Inspired by Nature
Character designers take inspiration from beautiful botany and, in this project-focused title, each create a brand-new character based on nature, with step-by-step tutorials allowing readers to follow along.From mushroom fairies to swamp-dwelling beasts, and Mother Nature herself, we have seen countless characters inspired by the delicacy and harshness of the natural world.The projects include notes on the ideation, research, design, and creation of the characters, leading to a stunning final image, plus a gallery from each artist showing more of their nature-themed works.Budding artists will love learning how to create these much-loved botanical characters, while more experienced creators will enjoy seeing how experts design something original. Even non-artists will want to own this book packed with beautiful imagery and intriguing, enchanting characters.The illustrative artwork is created both digitally and traditionally, with styles ranging from anime-inspired to watercolor, all with a fantastical, magical aura.
Transmodern
How can we reconfigure our picture of modern art after the postcolonial turn without simply adding regional art histories to the Eurocentric canon? Transmodern examines the global dimension of modern art by tracing the crossroads of different modernisms in Asia, Europe and the Americas. Featuring case studies in Indian modernism, the Harlem Renaissance and post-war abstraction, it demonstrates the significance of transcultural contacts between artists from both sides of the colonial divide. The book argues for the need to study non-western avant-gardes and Black avant-gardes within the west as transmodern counter-currents to mainstream modernism. It situates transcultural art practices from the 1920s to the 1960s within the framework of anti-colonial movements and in relation to contemporary transcultural thinking that challenged colonial concepts of race and culture with notions of syncretism and hybridity.
Innovative Technology in Art Conservation
Innovative Technology in Art Conservation provides one of the first ever critical assessments of innovation in conservation science and questions what role it should play in conservation and conservation ethics.Written in language understandable for the non-technical reader, the book begins with a brief history of so-called science-based conservation, which is based on chemistry, physics and engineering, and examines how it influences conservation ethics and conservation decisions. It considers the concepts of originality and original appearance, and how people see and perceive objects, looking in particular at the results of the relatively new technology of eye-tracking. Wei then moves on to critically examine advanced technologies such as colour modelling, hyperspectral imaging, texture mapping, virtual retouching and digital reproductions and considers what they offer for determining original appearance of artworks and other cultural heritage objects. The book concludes with some reflections on the future of conservation and science-based conservation, calling for more thoughtful consideration of what it is that conservation scientists are offering, and why and for whom it is being offered.Innovative Technology in Art Conservation is essential reading for academics and students working in conservation and conservation science. The book will also be of interest to the international community of conservators and cultural heritage professionals who must make decisions about whether to use advanced technologies in their practice.
Awaken The Self
Welcome to a world where creativity knows no bounds! As part of the awaken A dream series, Awaken the Self offers an extraordinary, uniquely designed, two-in-one book. This book features brilliant artistry, designed for you to embark on a journey of creativity and mindfulness. The profound reversible two in one book empowers the expression of your amazing self without limitations. The first half of the book is an enchanting tale of self-discovery and the second half is an exploration with black canvases inviting you to unleash your authentic creativity. Together, this book creates an experience that transcends the ordinary. Encouraging all ages to awaken A dream both in the world of words and imagination, thus bringing dreams to life! Awaken the Self is a remarkable book, fostering a sense of wonder and creativity while embarking on a journey from self-discovery to dreaming awake.
Stereograms
Stereograms are 2D images that hide a 3D image inside. These images are created using a technique called stereopsis, which is the natural process by which our eyes perceive depth. Each eye sees the world from a slightly different angle, and our brain combines these two perspectives to create a three-dimensional image. Stereograms mimic this process, presenting a slightly different image to each eye.The history of stereograms dates back to the early 19th century. Sir Charles Wheatstone, a British scientist, carried out pioneering research into binocular vision, which led to the development of stereopsis and eventually the creation of stereograms. However, it wasn't until the 20th century that stereograms became popular thanks to the work of Bela Julesz, a Hungarian scientist. Julesz created the first stereoscopic stereograms using computers, allowing previously unseen accuracy and visual quality.Stereograms are a unique visual art form that challenges our perception and immerses us in a world of depth and dimension. Their rich history and ability to captivate people of all ages make them a timeless form of entertainment.We invite you to challenge your senses so that the next time you find yourself in front of a stereogram, you will take a moment to look beyond the surface and discover the hidden world waiting to be revealed. In this way you will train your brain to interpret
Choreomata
Choreomata is a book about performance and performativity, but more specifically it is a book about the performance of artificiality and the performance of intelligence.
The Elements - Aether
Greek mythology believed that the Aether was the God of light. It was also believed that the light could be manipulated through the use of gravity. The gravity could be directed with that of a virtual tube or writing instrument to create words, letters or drawings. It is the author's opinion that he now has proof or evidence of the existence of the Aether. The images contained within this visual publication are a representation of the evidence. You are invited to delve deep into the multi-layered imagery inside the pages of The Elements-Aether. The God of the heavens is magical and beyond comprehension. There is nothing that He cannot accomplish. His abilities are beyond what we could ever imagine or dream of. The infinite beauty, creativity and thoughts of our Adonai will never be contained or restrained within the dome of our cranium. He is the Alpha and Omega, The Beginning and the End. He is not limited by time, space or matter. Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
The Elements - Fire
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 flames would move in patterns, almost as if dancing before his camera. He has captured over 20,000 fire images to date. Please note that the fire images have not been enhanced or photoshopped in any way. As with the other elements each viewer sees the images from their own personal life perspective what you see is what you see. Which is ultimately captivating and fascinating! We look forward to discovering what it is you see in the fire. Please study each image for at least 33 seconds to see them come alive.
The Definitive Guide to Christmas Eve Classics
When the first twinkling lights adorn the tree on a crisp, snow-kissed eve, the time has come to curl up with a mug of rich eggnog and lose yourself in the magical world of Christmas cinema. For decades, these iconic yuletide films have entranced audiences, gifting us with guidance from Clarence the angel to embrace our lives, screams of delight as Kevin outwits bungling bandits, and cheerful Buddy the Elf rekindling New Yorkers' Christmas spirit.Yet what is the secret recipe that distinguishes enduring classics from forgettable holiday fluff?Film critic Casey Joy dives into the history, production, and cultural legacy of the most beloved Christmas Eve feature films. From treasured icons like A Christmas Carol and It's A Wonderful Life to more recent additions like Elf and The Polar Express, The Definitive Guide to Christmas Eve Classics unpacks what distinguishes these cinematic snow globes bursting with nostalgia, childlike wonder, and the faceted sparkle of filmmaking craft at its best.This holiday cinema treasury contrasts and compares such films across critical categories like adapted screenplays, actorly performances, directorial vision, editing and scoring techniques, set design, and costuming. A concluding chapter on the Academy's crimes against Christmas reveals Oscar oversights. So let us adorn our lounging apparel, defrost a mountain of popcorn, and rediscover 10 silver screen masterworks that have defined the glow of Christmas Eve for decades. This epic collection of Yuletide cinema makes the ultimate stocking stuffer for proud movie buffs!
Choreomata
Choreomata is a book about performance and performativity, but more specifically it is a book about the performance of artificiality and the performance of intelligence.
Can't Touch This
What are the implications of digital representation on intellectual property and ownership of cultural heritage? Are aspirations to preservation and accessibility in the digital space reconcilable with cultural taboos, colonized history, and cultural appropriation?This volume brings together different perspectives from academic and practitioners of Cultural Heritage, to address current debates in the digitization and other computational study of cultural artifacts. From the tension between the materiality of cultural heritage objects and the intangible character of digital models, we explore larger issues in intellectual property, collection management, pedagogical practice, inclusion and accessibility, and the role of digital methods in decolonization and restitution debates.The contributions include perspectives from a wide range of disciplines, addressing these questions within the study of the material culture of Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas.
Aesop 2.0 - Tales for the Digital Era
Title: Aesop 2.0: Tales for the Digital Era - Luxury Hardcover EditionImmerse yourself in the exquisite world of "Aesop 2.0: Tales for the Digital Era - Luxury Hardcover Edition," where the timeless charm of classic fables is seamlessly blended with the allure of modern digital themes and vivid full-color illustrations. This premium edition elevates the reading experience, offering a sumptuous visual and tactile journey through 99 thoughtfully adapted fables.Each story in this luxury collection, from "The Cicada and the Ant" to "Reality and the Glitch," is presented in stunning detail, with rich, full-color illustrations that bring the narratives to life. The hardcover format adds a touch of elegance and durability, making it an ideal keepsake or a prestigious gift.Beyond its visual appeal, this edition explores the intricate intersection of technology, humanity, and age-old moral questions. Characters and scenarios, ranging from electric scooters to antivirus software, leap off the pages, depicted in a vibrant spectrum of colors that captivate the imagination."Aesop 2.0: Tales for the Digital Era - Luxury Hardcover Edition" is more than just a book; it is a collector's item and a gateway to a world where ancient wisdom meets contemporary innovation. It's a perfect blend for those who cherish the art of storytelling, enhanced by the luxury of a hardcover and the richness of color illustrations. Dive into this collection and discover a unique fusion of tradition and modernity, crafted for the discerning reader of our digital age.
Inclusive Design and Accessibility Paradigms in Lebanon
This book describes the disability rights movement that started in the USA and its influence on the disability rights movement in Lebanon, which has led to the endorsement of the Lebanese Disability Act 220/2000. The book introduces the reader to the Lebanese Disability Act 220/ 2000, its definition of disability, and its relation to the medical and social models of disabilities and then articulate the Act articles. Then, it defines the inclusive design paradigm that acknowledges the needs of all people at each stage of their life cycle and presents the difference between inclusive design and accessibility and disability notions. Moreover, the book reviews the different international accessible design standards (American and French) that are adopted in Lebanon with the absence of a nationalized Lebanese design standard and its effect on eliminating barriers and enhancing accessibility at university buildings. Besides, the book presents students' experiences and their satisfaction with the university built environments. 6 university buildings case studies at the American University of Beirut are assessed and analysed to check whether they adopt the inclusive design approach and then propose inclusive design solutions for both heritage and modern university buildings. What makes the book unique is its combination of empirical and theoretical application of inclusive design. The last section, reflects the author's inclusive design teaching pedagogy. In this section, the author shares samples of students' class design project and provides recommendations and guidelines for teaching inclusive design so it becomes mainstream.
Jean-Jacques Lebel and French Happenings of the 1960s
Combining a broad overview of Jean-Jacques Lebel's coming-of-age among Surrealists and his rupture with the movement, Laurel Jean Fredrickson focuses on two landmark happenings in this book: the first, "Funeral of the Thing of Tinguely" (1960), and the most scandalous, "120 Minutes dedicated to the Divine Marquis" (1966). This study illustrates the development and significance of French happenings in relation to cultural and political changes of the 1960s. Research in Lebel's archives, and others like the Archives nationale d'outre-mer are indispensable in the telling of this extraordinary historical and theoretical narrative. It illuminates sensitive, often veiled dimensions of postwar French society, from torture during the Algerian War, to government censorship, to the sexual politics of nudity in art. This volume shows how Lebel synthesized the lessons of Dada and surrealism and 1960s experimentalism, electrified by political radicalism, to participate in shaping the erotics and forms of revolution in May 1968.
Linda Nochlin on the Body
In this classic essay, renowned art historian and pioneering feminist Linda Nochlin explores how, from the late 18th century, fragmented, mutilated, and fetishized representations of the human body came to constitute a distinctively modern view of the world. The work of an original thinker at the height of her powers, it remains a thought-provoking and compelling read.
