The Daily Book of Art
Author | : Colin Gilbert |
Publisher | : Walter Foster Publishing |
Total Pages | : 381 |
Release | : 2009-10-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781616737016 |
ISBN-13 | : 1616737018 |
Rating | : 4/5 (018 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Daily Book of Art written by Colin Gilbert and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's fast-paced world, creative people are as eager as ever to pursue their artistic passions, but many of them simply don't have enough time. Catering to this modern dilemma, we've concocted the perfect remedy for over-burdened artists. The Daily Book of Art includes a year's worth of brief daily readings and lessons about the visual arts that entertain as they inform. Ten exciting categories of discussion rotate throughout the course of a year, giving readers a well-rounded experience in the art world. From color psychology and aesthetic philosophy to the proverbial argument over whether elephants really can paint, art-starved readers will encounter a broad range of inspiring subjects. The ten categories of discussion include Art 101 Philosophy of Art Art Through the Ages Profiles in Art A Picture’s Worth 200 Words Art from the Inside Out Art Around the World Artistic Oddities Unexpected Art Forms Step-by-Step Exercises