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Articles in Home | Arts And Humanities articles Books Entertainment Humor Music Philosophy Photography Poetry Title|Newest|Oldest ROAR with CONFIDENCE!!  By : Dorothy I am back, after a few days of vacationing with family. Weather was awesome, the beach was full of nasty jelly-fish, yuk! All-in-all, life has been good. I hope life has been as good for all of you. Well I will start this article out by telling you that I did ROAR with CONFIDENCE when I was on vacation. I went to the beach several times and trust me, to walk the beach and play with a child and race her in nothing more than a small bathing suit, is a total ROAR for this girl. To see or not to see  By : Leslie Fieger A visit to the eye doctor turned out to be more than a vision test; it turned into a reality check. Why Do I Need a Board of Directors  By : Dr. Rick Johnson A Board of Directors, elected by ownership, can provide the kind of support necessary to take the company to the next level. No man is an island and it can become very lonely at the top. Growing an organization is hard work. The president of the corporation not only has to surround himself with an excellent team but he must be able to rely on another power to challenge him and his team. The Board of Directors, in exercising its business judgment, acts as an advisor and counselor to the President and his executive team. Birthstone Origins: Stranger than Fiction  By : Sam Serio In the Old Testament, the book of Exodus tells the story of the Breastplate of Aaron, used in religious ceremonies. (Aaron…just in case you were absent from Sunday school that day…was the Biblical figure who performed, at Moses' direction, the miracles that confounded Pharaoh and his magicians.) Gemstones, Color, and Mystical Symbolism  By : Sam Serio The universe of colored gemstones is endlessly fascinating, for centuries, nearly every culture has held the belief that colored stones possess magical powers or the ability to endow the wearer with certain attributes. Due to the magical powers associated with colored gems, they were used extensively as amulets and talismans, portals to the future; and as important components to many spiritual practices. Gold Jewelry -The Rest of The Story  By : Sam Serio Gold is one of the metals taken from the earth and is probably the first metal known to man. Its first use has been traced back to 3600 B. C. and was probably originally obtained in Egypt, as the ancient methods of obtaining gold in Egypt are illustrated in early rock carvings. It is said in the book of Genesis that Abraham, in the twentieth century B. C., when he went out of Egypt, was very rich not only in cattle but in gold and silver both in dust and ingots. Birthstone Jewelry Beliefs and Celebrity Birthdays  By : Sam Serio Wearing birthstone jewelry is very popular today. Not only is it fashionable; somehow, it also makes the item feel more personal and part of the wearer’s personality. Almost all gems are believed to be imbued with some special sort of power and this is one of the reasons why it is considered lucky to wear birthstone jewelry. Let’s look at some of the mystical properties and beliefs about these special gems and some famous people who would wear them. Body Jewelry and Today's Stars  By : Sam Serio Body jewelry and body piercing practices have been observed by various groups of people all over the world throughout the centuries. For some tribes it is a rite of passage, for others it is an indicator of social status. For many, body jewelry is used to enhance personal beauty and as devices to rise above the rest of the pack. Today’s celebrities have been at the forefront in making body jewelry much more mainstream and acceptable – even desirable. Nothing Kills Creativity Faster than Criticism: Enter the Inner Critic  By : Emily Hanlon One of the great enemies of writing and creativity is the Inner Critic. Most people don't even know that this is only a voice inside of them. They take if for their own voice. This article helps you identify your Inner Critic, shows how he/she blocks and confounds your writing and shows you methods of identifying and lessening the grip of the Inner Critic. Art Gallery  By : smgenie Visiting an art gallery is an educational and worthwhile venture. Why not take the time and visit your local art gallery with a friend or take the whole family. Presenting: BARBARA WINTER  By : Susanne Pacher Well, I am really excited to be able to present to you my first interview: Barbara Winter, best-selling author and creative entrepreneur extraordinaire. I am always fascinated by people who manage to combine their artistic and creative talents with being a successful entrepreneur. In the end that’s what I am aspiring to achieve. Horoscopes: Myth or Magic?  By : Charles Kassotis Find out why so many people turn to stargazers to learn more about their lives and the possibilities that await them in the future. The Powerful Degree  By : James Monahan Whatever it is used for, degree is such a word that gives great impact on things. You know why? Because it serves many functions and many definitions. The Art of Etching Through Time  By : James Monahan Etching is a process which is believed to have started in Augsburg, Germany, by Daniel Hopfer who used the technology in armor making. Later on, the method was applied to printmaking. How to Do a Successful Exhibit  By : James Monahan Some exhibitors tend to be oblivious of the little things that they should consider during their exhibits. These little things actually help a lot in the success of such exhibits. Easel Does It!  By : James Monahan The easel aside from the palette and the brush is the most important equipment an artist can have. Easels provide the backbone for the painting process. It Was Good Enough For Shakespeare!  By : Steven Barnes How does one balance the needs of art and commerce in building a career? Dream Interpretation - Dreams of Being Naked  By : Connie Limon One of the most common dreams around the world is the one in which the dreamer is naked Let Design Take You To Different Heights of Creativity  By : James Monahan Design allows human beings to effectively communicate ideas and information. It cuts across a wide range of applied arts from fashion design to industrial design. How to Read a Persons Character in 3 Simple Steps  By : Charles Kassotis Read a person’s face without the aid of tea leaves or horoscopes. Celebrating Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn's 400th Birthday in 2006  By : David De Groot The Year 2006 marks the 400th birthday of the brilliant artist Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn. Born on July 15, 2006 in Leiden of the Netherlands, Rembrandt became the greatest painter of the Dutch Golden Age. He had an amazing gift of capturing light and dark in paint, and was a true Dutch master. A Comparison of Art Prints and Reproductions: Learn the Difference  By : David De Groot If you collect art or enjoy decorating your walls with paintings, you might be wondering what the difference is between art prints and oil painting reproductions. These terms are used interchangeably in the art world often, but they can differ greatly. Knowing the difference is important when you're considering an art purchase. How To Produce An Abstract Image - Part 1  By : Tim Seaward Perhaps the title would be better as the question I have so often heard: "How can I produce an abstract image?" Within the next few articles I intend to lead you into those dark secret places filled with wonderful tantilizing enigmas, where we will find all the passionate inspiration and the great variety of techniques required for you to be able to produce an astounding work of art worthy of Howard Hodgkin or Mark Rothko (do not worry if you do not know who they are ... y... The Art of Juggling Career, Family and Education  By : Travis Waack Can you find the time to do it all - career, family, continue education? Which Abstract Art? - Making A Strong Personal Statement  By : Tim Seaward You are a connoisseur - when it comes to choosing a work of abstract art. Just like choosing a good wine ... it is all down to personal taste. If you like it then that is good enough - regardless of what others might think. But how do you go about choosing the right painting to say what YOU want it to say. Different pictures make different assertions. Compatibility, Love, and Astrology - More than just Sun Signs  By : James Hunt When it comes to astrology and compatibility there is more to it than just the compatibility of the sun signs. When it comes to the relationship between two people there is of course much more that has to do with the success or the failure of their future than astrology... The Mystery of Tarot Cards  By : James Hunt Since ancient times, many people have utilized the Tarot for divination, fortune telling, and metaphysical applications of all sorts. The practitioners of the mystical have used the Tarot as a metaphysical toolbox with various uses... Andy Warhol - A Very Popular Commercial Illustrator  By : James Hunt Who is Andy Warhol? That name may be very familiar to you. Many of us know who he is but even those that don’t know exactly what he did, they do know... Have Fun With Artistic Balloons  By : James Hunt Have you ever seen a bag of balloons at the store? Have you ever driven past a car lot only to find that balloons are on all the new car modals... Producing Canvas Art Prints  By : Juan Jose A very recent technology allows for artists’ original paintings to be replicated on canvas. Prior to this an artist who painted an original work on canvas would have to have a reproduction made on paper. Unlike a paper reproduction, one printed on canvas can be displayed without glass and matting, and also looks like an original. There are two main ways that person can produce canvas prints. They are by canvas transferring and printing directly on the canvas. Both can prod... Are There Other Types Of Photography?  By : Roy Barker As we have discussed there are many avenues open to a professional photographer. Some actually graduate from the world of business into corporate photography. Corporate photography has many facets; Buying An Abstract Painting  By : Tim Seaward You may be mistaken in thinking that buying a piece of abstract art would be a simple thing to do. You just select the work you want... and buy it! The truth will creep up on you as soon as you look at the first painting "it is not quite the right one, so I will look for another". Here is the first realization - and question to ask yourself - why exactly is this piece you are looking at "not quite right"? The answer can be manifold: Visual Arts…As Old As Civilization  By : Willie Jones For as long as man has been alive, he has observed the aesthetics and beauty of life. It seems that it is innate in us to create and change and this has been demonstrated throughout the ages. Even the cave man recreated his vision and told a story via stonewalls. All art is a communication! The artist is creating his/her vision via any artistic outlet such as drawing, painting, sculptures, photography, graphic design or filmmaking etc. It’s any art we see! The natural l... How Do I Make My Dozen Roses Look Right?  By : Willie Jones When I first started to design flowers I often heard how designers had difficulty making a dozen roses look nice. That it was hard to keep the roses in place. But it is really very easy to do if you know a few simple basics. 1) First prepare the rose by taking off the bottom half of the leaves and popping off the thorns. Most people prefer the thorns off but as much as possible I leave the thorns on. This is because taking them off can leave open wounds and may allow micro... Different Styles and Forms to Abstract Art  By : James Hunt Abstract art is known as art that is not an accurate representation of a form or object. What this means is that you will not see a definite shape or figure... What Does That Ribbon Mean?  By : James Hunt Ribbons worn on shirts and backpacks. Ribbon-shaped magnets on cars. All of these ribbons come in different colors... How To Search For Dance Instruction In 2 Easy Steps  By : Amy Metz Everybody thinks the same thing. Everyone thinks that they've seen it all and they know it all already. Well there is a substantial chance that these people are right and that they have seen it all. However, dance instruction should be something that you shop for and something that you should take seriously if you really want to make a career (or serious hobby) out of dance. Let's take a look at 2 easy ways to shop for dance instruction lessons and dance instruction professio... The Future Of Art - Investment Ideas  By : Tim Seaward In order to look into the future we need only to look into the recent past. It is not only helpful to look at different trends as well, but I believe we will find that certain fashions have had varying degrees of mutual influence upon artistic endeavours. Current art trends are mirroring the apparent confusion found in the fashion industry. 60's hippie gear (itself a mixture of classical medieval and pop) can be seen with 80's punk; experiments with pop and new wave con... Common Themes in African Art  By : Wayne Kiltz African art has several common themes that show up over and over again. If you understand these themes, you can enjoy and apreciate African artwork more. Selling Art Online - Does It Work?  By : Theresa Evans If you are interested at all in art and photography, you will no doubt have noticed the huge number of impressive looking online galleries all over the internet. Judging by the numbers of signed up artists and photographers they seem extremely popular. But do these online galleries actually sell the work they display? Well yes, quite often. It is a fact that many artists do very well selling art and photography on the internet. However, as with any offline gallery, showin... Abstract Art And The Spirit 1  By : Tim Seaward It has been a long and raging arguement that the abstract expressionists of the 50's, 60's and 70's were very busy contemplating their own navels and trying to find the "zen" in everything they did. I would argue that they were in fact just one very important example of the hungry sleep-drugged soul seeking a way to be heard. However, many artsists of those times, and indeed today, would flatly deny anything remotely to do with spiritual things - or worse still - religiou... Abstract Art As Therapy  By : Tim Seaward Abstract art is not just a mixture of colourful meaningless patterns and arbitrary shapes. There is, I believe, a definate therapeutic value to be found in most of the enigmatic marks made by the very different styles available today. What appears to be the most important decision to make is a very careful consideration of the specific audience in conjunction with the choosing of the appropriate artwork. This is not something to be taken lightly or quickly. This can cover ... Portrait Photography : One of the Greatest Arts  By : Ispas Marin Before doing any portrait photography there are some very important questions that any photographer should ask himself. What kind of light source it's going to be used? From what angle the light will fall on the subject? What film, camera and lens are best to use? What Is Abstract Art? One Artists Point Of View  By : Tim Seaward So many people must be asking this question all the time ... and not getting satifactory answers because I keep seeing articles on the subject. So, to add to the mix, I thought that, because I am an Abstract Artist, I would give my answer. First lets see what the official version has to say. The second definition of "abstract" in the Concise Oxford Dictionary says "Idealistic, not practical; abstruse; (Art etc.) free from representational qualities" And it is this last ... What Is A Still Life?  By : Paolo Basauri Still Life is an art term, that refers to a special kind of picture. It represents an arrange of inanimate objects (hence the name) such as a bowl, a cup or fruits. Usually the arrangement is made according to the artist's purpose. A Still life pencil drawing can be symbolic, with an underlying meaning, or aesthetic, in which case the purpose is to communicate beauty. About Still Life Pencil Drawings A still life work can have many purposes. If we work in color it can h... Keep A Sketchbook And Have Fun  By : Paolo Basauri A sketchbook is like diary for an artist, a place where you can just let out all your art without any worries. Any person who wants to get better at drawing should have a sketchbook, because it not only records your ideas, thoughts and experimentations, but a sketchbook also gets you drawing and drawing, building your skills with every moment. You will see that the quality of your sketchbooks will be better and better, and what at first was dull then will become almost a work... The Truth About Magic Spells - Real Cures Or Mind Over Matter?  By : Katerina Guarente For many thousands of years, civilizations all over the world have relied on their faith in spiritual or mystical powers to accomplish truly amazing feats. Long before modern medicine came on the scene, most health concerns were traditionally handled by applying a dose of spirituality, voodoo, witchcraft, astrology, or psychic power from any number of paranormal sources. One simply couldn’t get through the day without help from the “unseen” world. Of course, that was in the “... The Art Of Concentrating By Means Of Practical Psychic Exercises  By : Zach Keyer Real Psychic Exercises to Enhance Every Aspect of Your Psychic Self Live in a Luxury Hotel Not in a House - The Dream Of The Decade  By : Edward Victor The main character in the new novel by award-winning journalist, Afshin Rattansi, The Dream of the Decade lives in a luxury hotel room. London, New York, Paris - more and more are exchanging homes for suites. How To Produce An Abstract Image II - From Anarchy To Abstraction  By : Tim Seaward I want to go into a little more detail of the different ways you can approach the enigmatic task of producing an abstract. In this article we will look at the Anarchist and the Abstractist. If you have an anarchistic attitude within you then abstract art is for you. You will never run out of ideas - in fact even if you had NO ideas then your temperament alone would find a most fundermental mood swing or dark (and maybe on more rarer occasions - light) moment to enrap you w... [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] [8] [9] [10]	Publish for Free Sign Up For Free Learn More Authors and Writers Submit Articles Submission Guidelines Link to Us Member Login U Publish Store Publishers Article RSS Feeds Link to Us Contact Us More Link to Us Privacy Policy Terms of Service Submission Guidelines Top Authors Popular Articles Article Aids We Recommend SubmitYourArticle iSnare Article Marketer Published.com Article Directories Word Count Utility Search U Publish by: Title Author Keyword

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