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Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
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"Why do we shrug? Why do dogs wag their tails? Why do we scowl when angry and pout when sad rather than the other way around? What is the difference between guilt and shame? This would be an extraordinary book even if it had only answered these and scores of similar questions about the emotions in 1872 . . . Darwin enriched his arguments with hundreds of insightful observations, many with the pathos and humor of great literature, as when he describes...
Author
Publisher
Duke Classics
Language
English
Description
Charles Wesley Emerson's book The Evolution of Expression was a central text in the Monroe Conservatory of Oratory's curriculum in the early twentieth century. It was Emerson's firm belief that communication skills were the key to fulfilling one's potential and that a student who completed this academic program would have success regardless of their chosen endeavor or profession.
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Publisher
[CreateSpace]
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
One of the biggest problem areas for writers is conveying a character's emotions to the reader in a unique, compelling way. This book comes to the rescue by highlighting 75 emotions and listing the possible body language cues, thoughts, and visceral responses for each. Using its easy-to-navigate list format, readers can draw inspiration from character cues that range in intensity to match any emotional moment. The Emotion Thesaurus also tackles common...
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Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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"Gender is an intensely personal, yet universal, facet of humanity. In this vibrant book, queer author and artist Iris Gottlieb visually explores gender in all of its complexities, answering questions and providing guidance while also mining history and pop culture for the stories and people who have shaped the conversation on gender"--
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Publisher
North Light Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Energize your spirit with the fun and colorful techniques inside Doodle Art and Lettering With Joanne Sharpe. Using her popular, playful style, Joanne is back with lessons, technqiues and ideas all devised to help you elevate the humble doodle. Not only will you learn how to doodle, you will learn how to incorporate these simple techniques into your art and lettering styles. Get ready to create inspiring art no matter what your skill level!" --
Publisher
New Day Films
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
A Chance To Dress explores the complexity of gender expression through the story of MIT Professor Emeritus and open cross dresser Dr. John "Tephra" Southard.. The film follows the difficulties in coming out to his friends, neighbors and colleagues, but also his sense of liberation after a lifetime of secrecy.. 76 year old Professor Emeritus John Southard recently came out to his family, friends and M.I.T colleagues as a cross-dresser after nearly...
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Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"In this collection of interconnected essays and poetry- covering subjects ranging from the importance of staying in conversation with other forms of life to a consideration of how innovators such as Matisse, Rodin, and Beethoven saw the world- Nepo presents a lyrical ode to the creative urge that stirs in each of us. Whether it's the search for a metaphor to reveal life's beauty or the brushstroke that will thoroughly capture the moment, Drinking...
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Publisher
Rocky Nook
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Creative, expressive, artistic photography has been the centerpiece from the beginning, and it remains the centerpiece in the new book. It will be a complete book in its technical information and clear explanations, but it all focuses on putting the technical aspects to use for personally expressive purposes. The illustrations include some of Bruce's best known imagery, as well as many new images never previously published or displayed. --from publisher...
Author
Publisher
North Light Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Break free of your comfort zone, sharpen your senses to perceive the world around you and find happiness in play. On this painterly journey, Tracy Verdugo leads you from self-doubt to self-appreciation by helping you find your voice through a myriad of vibrantly-hued making, painting and self-relfection techniques. There are not mistakes here, only opportunities to learn and grow. Learn the language of your own sacred marks by painting with personal...
12) Young Bloomsbury: the generation that redefined love, freedom, and self-expression in 1920s England
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Revealing an aspect of history not yet explored, this illuminating and thought-provoking book brings to vibrant life the second generation of the iconic Bloomsbury Group who inspired their elders to new heights of creativity and passion while also pushing the boundaries of sexual freedom and gender norms in 1920s England.
In the years before the First World War, a collection of writers and artists--Virginia Woolf, E.M. Forster, and Lytton Strachey...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
In 1998, university professor Kembrew McLeod trademarked the phrase "freedom of expression" - a startling comment on the way that intellectual property law restricts creativity and expression of ideas. This provocative and amusing documentary explores the battles being waged in courts, classrooms, museums, film studios, and the Internet over control of our cultural commons. Based on McLeod's award-winning book of the same title, Freedom of Expression...
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Publisher
Thames and Hudson
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The official illustrated history of Blue Note, the most influential and important brand in jazz. Tracing the evolution of jazz from the boogie-woogie and swing of the 1930s, through bebop, funk, and fusion, to the eclectic mix Blue Note releases today, this landmark publication tells the story of an influential jazz institution and commemorates Blue Note's momentous contribution to modern music and style. Practically all of the jazz greats passed...
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Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"In Collage Your Life, artist and teacher Melanie Mowinski teaches a variety of core techniques including lettering, stamping, stenciling, transfers, and adhesive methods, and provides dozens of prompts to jumpstart the creative process and encourage crafters to explore the versatility of collage"--
Author
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Written in sync with the progression of the seasons, A Year in Practice is a program of holistic techniques and journaling prompts to nurture the creative seeker all year long. Four seasonally themed chapters keep you connected to natural phases of creative contraction and expansion, from the quiet hibernation of winter to the jubilant and expressive communing of summer. Used regularly, you will move through artistic blocks, deepen your capacity...
18) Young at art: teaching toddlers self-expression, problem-solving skills, and an appreciation for art
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Publisher
H. Holt
Pub. Date
2001.
Language
English
Description
The creator of the Anti-Coloring Book series explains how to encourage creativity among preschool-age children, discussing the positive influence of a child's artistic growth on their intellectual and emotional development and offering a variety of age-appropriate activities to facilitate a youngster's artistic skills.
Author
Publisher
Spiegel & Grau
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The resident psychology experts on Goop offer a program to reach one's potential by activating aspirations, sparking creativity and resilience, transcending negative thoughts and circumstances, and live a live of meaning and engagement.
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Publisher
ROCKY NOOK
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
A deeply thoughtful and inspiring collection of essays about visual expression, art, creativity, and a life in photography Photographer, teacher, and author Guy Tal has been photographing the landscape for more than 30 years, and in that time he has also been consistently contributing to the literature of photography, writing not about the technical aspects of the photograph--the gear, the exposure details, the "secrets to getting a great shot"--but...
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