Showing results for "The Artist" in Literary History & Criticism

Dive into the enchanting world of The Artist, a charming art instruction book from 1835. Join Charlotte as she guides her cousin Ellen through a variety of artistic techniques that were popular in their time, from the elegance of Grecian and Japanese painting to the intricacies of Oriental styles and Mezzotinting. The book also includes a few delightful paper projects at the end, perfect for budding artists. Experience the joy of creativity and learning through their engaging interactions. - Summary by Ava Cast Mamma read by LCaulkins, Ellen read by MrsHand, Charlotte read by Availle, ...

Buy the book on Amazon : https://amzn.to/4mL5CMQ"With its gentle affirmations, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank lists and tasks — write yourself a thank-you letter, describe yourself at 80, for example — The Artist’s Way proposes an egalitarian view of creativity: Everyone’s got it."—The New York Times "Morning Pages have become a household name, a shorthand for unlocking your creative potential"—VogueOver four million copies sold!

In this deeply personal book, the celebrated Haitian-American writer Edwidge Danticat reflects on art and exile. Inspired by Albert Camus and adapted from her own lectures for Princeton University’s Toni Morrison Lecture Series, here Danticat tells stories of artists who create despite (or because of) the horrors that drove them from their homelands. Combining memoir and essay, these moving and eloquent pieces examine what it means to be an artist from a country in crisis.

"An Artist in Crime" by Rodrigues Ottolengui opens with a mysterious conversation on a train. Expert detective Jack Barnes overhears a late-night discussion between two men considering the possibility of committing a perfect crime and avoiding capture for at least a year. Is this an opportunity Barnes can't resist, or is this too good to be true? (Summary by Jon Hunter)

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Join Elbert Hubbard as he takes us on an intriguing journey, visiting the homes of renowned authors, poets, social reformers, and other distinguished personalities. In these engaging short essays, part biography and part critique, Hubbard reflects on the lives of eminent artists, including Raphael, Leonardo, Thorwaldsen, Velasquez, Cellini, and Whistler. He explores how their environments might have shaped their work and personal lives. This is the sixth volume in a captivating series of 14 books.

Uncover the intimate lives and inspirations of renowned artists and composers through Volume 5 of the Little Masterpieces of Autobiography series, first published in 1913. This collection features personal excerpts from the letters, diaries, and autobiographies of iconic figures such as Jean François Millet, James Nasmyth, Felix Mendelssohn, and Edvard Grieg, amongst others. Enriched with editorial introductions, each chapter is a journey into the creative minds that have shaped our cultural landscape. Please note that subsequent revisions of the series in 1922 and 1926 differ in content ...

Artist Talk is a 20-minute podcast brought to you by Allie Rigby (https://www.allierigby.com) . Each episode features personal stories and reflections from contemporary artists. We discuss what moves artists, how to find your artist community, and whatever-the-hell else is on each other's minds. New guests each episode.  This podcast will also be used to provide audio guides for any artwork that Allie features in exhibits via Creosote Press (https://www.allierigby.com/letterpress-shop) .

Sharing the stories behind the art. Each episode features conversations with contemporary writers and artists. Artist Talk is a 20-minute podcast curated by Allie Rigby.

Dive into the world of Beethoven with this unique book that combines biographical insights with the maestros own quotations. Despite minor date discrepancies in the original text, the reader presents the material as it was originally printed, making for an authentic experience.

Symposium, presented by Pipeline Artists, is a year-round virtual conference empowering creatives with honest, no-nonsense guidance across the arts. Through seminars, industry panels, and Town Hall discussions on screenwriting, filmmaking, publishing, and career-building, Symposium offers grounded advice from working professionals to help you forge your own unique path.https://symposium.pipelineartists.com

Hi friends! We’re just two artists pouring over different aspects of artistry and industry (like musical theatre, film scores, monetizing your artistry, and other cool artsy things) through the eyes of two analytical thinkers with degrees in theatre and music. We want to encourage ourselves and others to expand their artistry, explore creativity, and engage industry. Oh, and every episode, we sample a different brew of coffee as we talk, and give you our unfiltered opinion on it. Get it? Unfiltered? Lol. Anyways, we’ve got episodes coming out every Tuesday. So grab your mug, and let’s ...

This is a place where aspiring and published authors can come to tell their story. Hosted by the award-winning author and Founder of Artist Madrid Books Caitlyn Jones. Join her as she has honest conversations that highlight the steps to getting your story onto the printed page and into your readers’ hands. For more information, visit www.ArtistMadridBooks.com

A Christian artist hopes that God is working in and through her. But does this mean that her own voice and identity must be silenced? In this podcast series, Steve Guthrie (Belmont University) draws on the tenets of the Nicene Creed to develop a rich vision of the relationship between the voice of God and the voice of the artist.

Obsessing over all things “AE”, a monthly look at the happenings of the Artist's Edition Index.

Artists Looking At Animals is an audio journal of creative people's thoughts on a changing natural world, produced and hosted by Andy Pepper.

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce follows the intellectual and emotional development of Stephen Dedalus, a young man in Ireland. The novel traces Stephen's journey from childhood to adulthood as he grapples with religion, family expectations, and his own identity. Through a series of defining moments, including his struggles with Catholic guilt, artistic ambition, and a desire for independence, Stephen ultimately decides to reject traditional social norms and pursue a life dedicated to art. The novel is known for its modernist style, stream-of-consciousness narrative, and ...

After a scandal breaks out involving a famous Irish Nationalist politician, Stephen Dedalus finds his family being torn apart over their differing opinions of the matter. Shaken by all the fighting and animosity, Stephen begins to wonder where he can place his faith. Questioning the Irish and Catholic ideology that he was raised on, Stephen begins to rebel against expectations as he departs for college. While he excels in his studies, Stephen struggles to conform to the social norms of his college, leading him on a self-destructive path of unwise behavior. Attempting to navigate his new home ...