#Annotated Guide for Casual Enthusiasts

[nknatteringly]

Gunhounds are a rather diverse paraphyletic clade of caniform biological constructs derived predominately from Canis familiaris. Given the highly derived biology of gunhounds, IE extensive modification of the head and upper digestive tract into a biological firearm with included tracking system, it is hard to believe such creatures could reproduce.

Which is absolutely correct, gunhounds are not a self perpetuating germline construct, but are the result of modifications to base species! Some older models can still be found, which require intravenous nutrient injection in conjunction with manual loading of ammunition. However, the modern gunhound usually has a decoupled esophagus capable of extending out from the body to eat normally. Heavy metals, ubiquitous in the environments of most of the known world, are bioaccumulated and formed into bullets in a series of gun glands within the torso of a gunhound, and then moved via peristaltic action to the hound's ammo gizzard. This projectile is then regurgitated upward into the loading sinus to be fired.

Gun hounds are very easy to train inexpensive to procure or make, and take orders well, though prone to scope irritation in dry environments by default- consequently adding a crystalline lense to their main eye is a standard part of the modern gunhound package, and recommended retrofitting for older breeds.

[cognivisio]

The 5 Best Art Books to Read

Art is a subject that can teach us how to express ourselves both verbally and non-verbally. This is just one of the many benefits of art in our lives. At any rate, it can make life tolerable amid all the chaos in our lives. Art can make people look beyond what is essential for survival and find a way to unwind. The difference between and real life can be seen as the difference between conventional survival methods and subjective survival methods. Money is vital for survival but working for money can be pretty taxing. We can take refuge in art after a long day of working hard to keep our gears running. The best art books can help you rest your eyes after long hours of staring at letters and numbers on a screen. 

What Art Books Can You Buy

There is a plethora of art books for beginners, casual readers and seasoned artists. It does not take an expert to enjoy what an art book has to offer as long as you are interested in the thing. The books can be enjoyed just as a hobby as well. Here are some of the most popular art books:

The Annotated Mona Lisa - The Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the most popular paintings in history and it will take some work to come across someone who has not heard about it. This book by Carol Strickland, however, is not all about the painting. It gives you a concrete history of the movements seen in art and the most renowned works of art throughout the ages. The book covers ages starting from Prehistoric to the Postmodern era. This book can fit the preferences of casual art enthusiasts like a glove and is highly popular thanks to the fact that it does not take a long time to grasp what the book wants to convey.

Art: The Visual Guide - You can call this the portable history of art. This book by Graham Dixon features over 2,500 very popular and important works of art and sculptures across millennia. Dixon has taken into account non-Western artists in his book and given them the limelight they deserve. He has taken the pains of diving deep into the art and throwing light on the minutest detail such as its historical and cultural impact among others. If you are a beginner then this book is a must-have.

The Art of Rivalry: Oh yes, art does have its fair share of feuds. This book by Sebastian Smee, the Pulitzer Prize winner has talked about four rivalries that grabbed the world of art by its throat. Nothing like two stalwarts going at it. These are not only interesting to read but also give us an idea of how the artists used to think and how their being at loggerheads changed art forever.

The Architecture of Happiness: If you thought buildings are only meant to house art, Alain de Botton’s book will prove that art is an intrinsic part of architecture. Through captivating prose and stunning images, the author attempts to explore the relationship between humans and the concrete spaces we build around us. If you’re thinking of testing out the architecture space, this is one of the best architecture books for beginners out there.

The Art of The Con: Art forgeries are interesting to read because of their dramatic flair. Anthony M. Amore showcases the most popular forgeries and fakes that have been front-page news. It cannot be denied that pulling off something like this can take skills as well as courage, making this book dramatic as well as cinematic. This is almost like reading a heist book. There are many moments in the book where the fraudsters come agonizingly close to getting the job done. So, if you want to season your art experience with a dash of thrill, you cannot go wrong with this book. 

What Are Some Advantages of Reading Art Books?

Art books can be a great way to appreciate the aesthetics of the works of art as well as learn the history behind the same. We can learn of the others’ takes on the works of art which is a lot like learning literary criticisms in literature. Here are some of the advantages of reading art books:

Stimulate the Mind: Art books, the best ones, can give budding artists an idea of how to give wings to their dreams. They are a welcome respite from the screens and are a great exercise for our eyes. The varying colours can do wonders for our brains and give birth to ideas that even we did not think we could come up with. 

Know the History: Art enthusiasts will jump at the opportunity to know about what went in the heads of the artists while they were at work. It can be like a goldmine for them. The books may also include first-hand insight from the artists themselves and not just deductions.

Conclusion

We interpret art the way we want. That is the beauty of it. We, at BookSmart, have some of the best art books that are aching to be on the shelves of art enthusiasts. There is a plethora of books on this subject and you can rest assured that you will get what you are looking for. 

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Annotated Bibliography from Project 1. 10/8/21.

Annotated Bibliography (from Project 1).

Allsop, Peter. Il Saggiatore Musicale, Violinistic Virtuosity In the Seventeenth Century: Italian Supremacy or Austro-German Hegemony? 1996. Casa Editrice. Accessed 8th Oct. 2021.

Violinistic Virtuosity in the Seventeenth Century: Italian Supremacy or Austro-German Hegemony? is a research article from the Il Saggiatore Musicale, a journal focused on critical musicology in Italy and other countries around the world. This article comes from an issue published in 1996, by Exeter University Early Music Lecturer Dr. Peter Allsop. Allsop has a number of published books and is known for his precise study in the field of seventeenth-century Italian music, specifically in application to the violin. He has done work in Cambridge University’s The Cambridge Companion to the Violin, further adding credit to his name. A number of early German and Italian violinists are featured in the article, including Heinrich von Biber, J.J. Walther, and others, as well as a number of composers such as the leviathan J.S. Bach. The audience of this article would likely be researchers interested in the subject matter, as many citations are obscure. However, it is also aimed towards enthusiasts who wish to know more about early music or violin techniques - the article is intended to inform and educate. It compares and contrasts a number of German and Italian virtuosos offering facts, opinion, and commentary on emerging techniques of the century, as well as important societal conditions such as the difficulty of printing chords in music manuscripts. Through inclusions of printed and facsimile excerpts, Allsop asks readers to reconsider what they know about the difficulty of Baroque music. This article works particularly well with the previous source in that players of both periods were incredibly virtuosic and creative, but the tools at the time prevented much of what performers were truly capable of from being recorded. 

Douglass, David. A Performer’s Guide to Renaissance Music, The Violin. 1994. Indiana University Press. Accessed 8th Oct. 2021.

The Violin is an excerpt from the book, A Performer’s Guide to Renaissance Music. Originally appearing in 1991 under the Indiana University Press, David Douglass is a violinist and researcher known for his study and teaching into early Renaissance string playing and technique. He has toured extensively as a soloist and chamber player of early music, and is the creator of North America’s only professional violin band - King’s Noyse. The book is intended to appeal to the entirety of early music lovers, from casual to professional performers, teachers, and the everyday music enthusiast. Primarily written to educate, this chapter appeals to the logos of the reader, showing through description and illustration the fingering and bowing techniques utilized during the Renaissance, why they work, and how they differ from modern standards - as well as contemporary applications of such styles. Pathos is also incorporated in the way Douglass appeals to our fascination with the past, and the humanization of Renaissance society. We are reminded of the humor, fun, and musical complexity that our ancestors were participants in.

Boyden, David. The Musical Quarterly - The Violin and Its Technique in the 18th Century. 1950. Oxford University Press. Accessed Oct. 8th. 2021.

The Violin and Its Technique in the 18th Century is an article published in The Musical Quarterly during January’s issue in 1950. The Musical Quarterly, America’s oldest scholarly journal on music, was founded in 1915 and is considered a prestigious and reputable source for the writings of academics and composers. David Boyden, the author of this particular article, was a renowned musicologist and violist who taught at UC Berkeley known for his work in performance science and organology, as well as being awarded a Fulbright to continue his teachings at Oxford. This article features luthiers, violinists, teachers, and composers of the 18th century, namely Leopold Mozart, Tartini, and Tourte. It includes excerpts of their writings, facsimiles, and illustrations from the time period to support claims made, and lengthy citations given at the bottom of every page. The audience of this article is likely to be academics in the field of music, but even the average consumer with any amount of knowledge on basic violin technique would find the article appealing. Intermediate to advanced violinists hoping to increase their knowledge about their field will also benefit. Logos is the primary rhetorical appeal, the article goes into incredible detail about the weight, size, and diameter of instrument parts, as well as intricate mechanics of each finger when playing and how the two connect. We are given small glimpses of pathos in the quotes that are used, one in particular concerning the nature of vibrato is an emotional and heartfelt look into the heart of a performer and musician. Even for those who are not instrumentalists at all, the reader is able to understand a shadow of the humanitarian duty with which performers are tasked.

Brown, Clive. Bowing Styles, Vibrato and Portamento in Nineteenth-Century Violin Playing. 1988. Journal of the Royal Musical Association. Accessed Oct. 8th. 2021.

Bowing Styles, Vibrato and Portamento in Nineteenth-Century Violin Playing is an article published in the Journal of the Royal Musical Association in 1988. Author Clive Brown is a violinist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Leeds, with a plethora of publications on Romantic violin techniques and practices, German opera, and composers such as Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Spohr, and Brahms. He is a regular participant of and lecturer at historical performance workshops and various conservatories. This article is aimed towards a wide variety of musicians. Many well-known composers are named, ones that the general public will likely be familiar with. Those with an interest in how violin was influenced in the 18th century will be inclined to read the article, as Paganini, Kreutzer, and Viotti are featured in depth. Ethos is primarily utilized; the article is composed for the most part of first and secondhand experiences of violinists and their teachers. Excerpts from letters and journals are included, adding to credibility. Insight into the societal views of these new techniques are offered from outside sources such as music critics and other violinists of the time. The violin at this point had been structurally perfected, so much of the change and heated debate was directed towards the bow-hold. This is an article focusing on the great struggle between old and new techniques during the end of the 18th century, and the ultimate triumph of what is now considered the modern standard. 

Ritchie, Stanley. Before the Chinrest, A Violinist’s Guide to the Mysteries of Pre-Chinrest Technique and Style. 2012. Early Music Institute. Accessed 8th Oct. 2021.

Before the Chinrest is a book published in 2012 by violinist Stanley Ritchie. Ritchie is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Violin at the Jacobs School of Music and an expert in historical performance, having written another book on Bach’s unaccompanied violin sonatas. He has made a number of early music recordings using historically accurate Baroque techniques. Ritchie is also a recipient of Early Music America’s highest award, the Howard Mayer Brown Award for Lifetime Achievement in Early Music. This is a book primarily intended for violinists, and those with an interest in either the instrument itself or the Baroque period of music. The primary rhetorical appeal is ethos, as Ritchie is an accomplished violinist and pedagogue, having won numerous competitions and taught equally successful pupils. He intends to inform the reader on Baroque styles using his own experience as well as his students’, and gives a number of exercises and detailed explanations to increase comfort and mobility on the instrument. It covers early violin technique, particularly when chinrests were seldom used, and discusses techniques used in the 16th and 17th century. Baroque music, particularly by J.S. Bach is a staple in any professional violinist’s repertoire and understanding the techniques used during their times are fundamental in giving a stylistically accurate performance. 

Rut, Magdalena. The Influence of the Franco-Belgian Violin School on Violin Didactics in Poland from the Mid- 19th to the Mid-20th Century. Societe Belge de Musicologie. Accessed 8th. Oct. 2021.

The Influence of the Franco-Belgian Violin School on Violin Didactics in Poland from the Mid- 19th to the Mid-20th Century is an article by Magdalina Rut written in 2006 in the Belgisch Tijdschrift voor Muziekwetenschap musical journal. Its author is a prominent researcher on the musical ties between Poland and France, and has done other such works regarding the violin. Several credible pedagogical authors are cited such as Kreutzer and Charles de Beriot, both of whom the modern violinist follows for technical guidance and further adds to the ethos of the subject being discussed. This source is closely linked to the two previous chronological sources in that it follows the contour of rapidly changing bow-hold methodology, which was the great shift in violin playing after the movement to playing upon the shoulder. It also continues the line of citing knowledge from very well known violinists and composers, which emphasizes ethos as a rhetorical device. 

Zukovsky, Paul. Aspects of Contemporary Technique. The Cambridge Companion to the Violin. Accessed 8th. Oct. 2021. 

Aspects of Contemporary Technique is a web article written in 1992, originally published in the Cambridge Companion to the Violin. Author Paul Zukofsky was a world renowned violin prodigy, soloist, and conductor. He was a student of Ivan Galamian, and made his first orchestral debut at the age of ten and Carnegie Hall recital at thirteen. Zukovsky was known primarily for his work in contemporary music, and was a champion of modern composers such as Phillip Glass and John Cage. The audience is directed towards the modern violinist, likely one who is baffled by the strange and wonderful world of contemporary violin technique. The article’s purpose is to inform, and give possible explanations for confusing topics. The article appeals to the rhetorical devices of ethos and logos. Zukofsky lends his credit as a performing violinist, and gives logical clarifications for strange techniques. While playing contemporary violin can be confusing and overwhelming, Zukofsky informs us of the classical influences that it is built upon and that it is simply a step in a new direction.

[jess-oh]

Reflection

aaaaaaaaahhhh i did too much today and didnt have enough time to dedicate to my schoolwork!!! Ahhhh!!!!

I FORSURE need to do my moodboards for Publication Design tomorrow and post my articles for negotiation skills and developing a marketing plan. And then after that... i want to do as much as I can. That includes reading for GD III, gathering information online before class on Wednesday, reading and annotating the physical article for developing a marketing plan and so on. I really hope work isn’t too busy tomorrow so I can just get everything done but even if it is, I’m going to just try and stay in the computer lab at school until I finish everything! I just gotta focus and get everything done at once so that I’m prepared for the week! It’s not that I’ve been procrastinating but I’ve been really busy with a lot of other things! I essentially have no time over the weekends anymore so Monday will be my “safe” day from now on until the end of October! Probably! EEEEEE! I do want to stay up and get some of this stuff done but I also know that it’s better to get a good night’s rest and be on time for work! Ido want to be more committed this year and do a better job at faithfully serving my customers with a smile and a good attitude! Haha. I have high hopes for the year so far!

I woke up at Esther’s this morning around 7am and 8:30am. Around 8:30am, I started reading 1 Samuel a bit again before preparing for the day by brushing my teeth and changing my clothes. I decided to wear my jumpsuit! I was kinda worried that it’d be awkward spending so much time with Esther but it wasn’t! I didn’t ask overly intrusive questions and just stayed surface level but we were still able to learn more about each other through that! I learned about her parents&siblings, her views on pets, her apartment, and so on. Very lighthearted and casual! And she bought me an iced blonde americano today! So kind and generous! It was actually a little bit awkward bc she insisted that she would pay but I confessed that I was just going to my backpack to take out my glasses so that I could see the menu. From her tone and offering, it seemed like she was willing to pay anyway and maybe I shouldn’t have assumed it. I felt kinda bad. Anyway, Johnathan picked us up and then we went to go get Daniel Kwon and had a pretty good time in the car ride to church! It did fall silent at times but overall, it was pretty fun! I only wish we could’ve talked more with Daniel bc he was pretty quiet the whole ride after. He does usually keep to himself anyway but still. I felt bad. But we listened to Johnathan’s experience with drum corps and I shared about my internship and we joked about the Bible quiz and discussed all the great parts of Crazy Rich Asians and so on so forth! I was actually really happy to finally have a positive conversation about that movie bc I feel like I’ve just been constantly trying to defend it from the backlash and criticism but I could finally openly discuss it with other people who enjoyed it and it was honestly so great! At church, I signed up to be a mentor for Kidsland and then hurried into service! I sat towards the front behind Johnathan, Esther, and Daniel and was soon joined by Amanda and Angela. I’m really happy Angela and I are starting to get along better this year! I don’t feel so afraid of her constant judgment anymore and I think she’s been accepting me more too. I’m glad! Amanda and I had a great time together as per usual during service and whilst eating together. I’m really blessed to have her in my life and I think we’re going to grow really deep in our relationship with Christ together. Thank you for sending her into my life, God! Even just eating with everyone and welcoming in someone we met over the summer felt so great! Just being able to casually share life together with them all! I was really sarcastic and enthusiastic and unapologetically me and it felt so great! Oh back to the service, the sermon today was sooooo good! P. William challenged our faith and how without God, we are nothing. We should constantly be seeking God like a treasure and be so willing to give up everything for Him! We need to surrender all that we are at His feet but far too often we do so but then want to take it back and solve our issues by our own strength and that’s just not how it works! And that kinda felt like the first “sign” today. I should always keep my eyes locked on Him bc as much as I may study, it’s worth nothing if He is not at the center of my heart. The worship was really good too and my hands and arms just kinda lifted by themselves but I wasn’t thinking about how I sounded or how I looked. I was just so happy and blessed to be serving God! Honestly, a small part of me hoped that Jason saw me but I did my best to just cast out those thoughts and focus on God and I think I did pretty well! Now fast forward to the Bible competition! We didn’t do as poorly as I thought! There were definitely things I could have studied more but my guesses were sometimes right and overall, we did pretty well! We were third place until the very end when we bet it all and lost it all LOL. But we did much better than I thought we’d do! Especially considering how little we all studied! But I do think our study session from last night really helped us retain some more information! Like the story about God and how many times He called Samuel! Esther originally thought it was three but I remembered it being four and bc of that conversation, I had confidence that it was definitely four bc we even checked the Bible for evidence! P. Josh was the pointkeeper and his pride in us was really encouraging! Just by how big he would write our score on the board or whenever he smiled at our joy in winning. It was really nice! I made mistakes at times but by trusting and working together, it actually all turned our pretty well! I wish it could just stay like this but I know Johnny and Christine are returning soon and I am excited to serve with them but I’m also kinda afraid that it’ll ruin our current dynamics! I’ve been having such a great time with everyone and I wish it could just stay like that forever.

After that, Jason graciously drove us all downtown and dropped Amanda, Angela, and I off at the Arc since Angela moved there! Amanda took a bus straight to the mission conference thing she invited me to and I went to 623 to see if it was open so that I could work on some homework! It was closed! D:

Then I took the red line and 15 bus home and immediately peed! I had to so bad! I’m so glad the restroom is so close to the front door! But unfortunately by that time, I only had about 10-15min to rest and I wanted to get a lot of homework done today! Thinking back on it, I’m a little disappointed bc I passed by macapartments earlier on my way to the conference and could’ve easily picked up my textbook! No wait. I remember now. I was going to go but they close at 5pm on Sundays and it was past that time. Riiiiight. But yeah! So I watched a couple videos, tried to quickly figure out how to resize the resource guide, and then I left for the conference! Googlemaps told me it would take me about 23min to walk there but it actually took about 30min, even with me rushing! But then again, I got confused and kinda lost at one point so that makes sense. I did debate on just bailing out bc my decision to attend was so last minute too in favor of doing homework but ultimately, I told Amanda that I would go so I went. And it was so good! Grace Kim, a missionary that recently went to Turkey, shared about her testimony and why missions are so important and her own journey getting there! And as interesting as that was, I was just really surprised by the community after! Everyone was so genuinely welcoming and I was glad to meet them all! I’m excited to go back again next week and see them all again! I want to grow in my faith with them! I know that I’m committed to investing and serving at Lakeview but the people I met today were the people I imagine when I think of church. They were diverse and welcoming and so kind! I really got along with this girl named Amy and we shared our testimonies and how we got to Vision School and just hearing how passionate she was for the Lord now in comparison with how she felt before was so amazing and interesting to learn about! She’s really the one that made me want to join Vision School and maybe even serve as a missionary with her! I really think we can grow deep in our relationship with Christ together! And I am so excited to see her again next week! I should’ve gotten her contact info today but I’m sure I’ll see her again! But the conference was kinda “sign” two! Especially when Grace, the speaker, said our biggest blessing should be Jesus and we should want Him to come now! If we want Him to come later, the things of this world have become idols. My biggest concern in going on a one year mission trip to a different country was the fact that I would be so close to getting my degree and would rather finish that and not mess up the credits that I have already earned and delay the trip for later. But we can’t procrastinate on God! I got to talk to Amanda during the break about her heart in going to Egypt for a year and she shared how she heard from God that when she is turned away from Him, everyone that she would have met and reached out to are also turned away and they all start walking instead towards death. And yeah, she could go to the same place and just delay the trip but there would still be people that she could have reached but never did because of her priorities. And that thought scared her more than anything so she decided to go for those people that she could reach! And it was really interesting to hear about her faith in that! I was also touched by how Grace said Muslims never question Islam and are blind followers and are taught to never question anything and are blind followers as a result. But because we do question things and have a deeper understanding of Christianity bc it isnt something we were just forced to know, we can show them the right way! And the fact that someone else finally told us to question Christianity to find more answers was so reassuring and nice to hear! I think I can dedicate my Sunday nights every week to these lectures and I’m excited to be spending more time with Amanda and maybe even going on a short term or long term mission trip! Who knows! Regardless, I’m excited.

Thank you God for blessing me with this blessed day! I am so grateful for all that you are and all you have done. Thank you.

#TEAMATCHA#

[nknatteringly]

Although not the most common species of Hornblower, Horacio's Hornblowers are arguably the most well know representatives of this group. Large yet agile with a shoulder height of 2.12m, these ungulates can be easily identified by their independently mobile split trunks, another unique feature among hornblowers. Another unique feature of the species are their hooves, which have shifted from a cloven form to a single weight supporting toe, with the outer toe now sporting a heavily mineralized slashing blade capable of deeply lacerating the skin of most wildtype predators; and cutting a path through their native chokegrass thickets.

Moving on to the pipes for which their clade is named, these marvels of biological engineering are heavily reinforced with enamel and proteins, allowing all hornblowers nigh endless stamina as air constantly circulates through the surface area of their exceptionally complicated multi-chambered lungs, with Horacio's Hornblowers being exceptionally well suited to filtering air through their pipes- their native range in the Deeplands is exceptionally rich in noxious airborne substances, with sulfur dioxide in particular reaching concentrations that even the hardiest travelers may begin to struggle with- hence most explorers opting for integrated respiratory symbiotes when seeking out this elusive creature, prized as both genestock, and it's extremely acid resistant hide.

A small warning for those attempting to capture or study the Horacio's Hornblower- this animal possesses a unique lung microbiome rich in ricin producing bacteria. If startled, they WILL violently aerosolize ricin saturated mucus from all respiratory pipes. Take appropriate precautions. Not applicable to readers with a biological immunity to ricin, or exterior symbiosuits with said immunity.

[cognivisio]

The 5 Best Art Books to Read

Art is a subject that can teach us how to express ourselves both verbally and non-verbally. This is just one of the many benefits of art in our lives. At any rate, it can make life tolerable amid all the chaos in our lives. Art can make people look beyond what is essential for survival and find a way to unwind. The difference between and real life can be seen as the difference between conventional survival methods and subjective survival methods. Money is vital for survival but working for money can be pretty taxing. We can take refuge in art after a long day of working hard to keep our gears running. The best art books can help you rest your eyes after long hours of staring at letters and numbers on a screen. 

What Art Books Can You Buy

There is a plethora of art books for beginners, casual readers and seasoned artists. It does not take an expert to enjoy what an art book has to offer as long as you are interested in the thing. The books can be enjoyed just as a hobby as well. Here are some of the most popular art books:

The Annotated Mona Lisa - The Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the most popular paintings in history and it will take some work to come across someone who has not heard about it. This book by Carol Strickland, however, is not all about the painting. It gives you a concrete history of the movements seen in art and the most renowned works of art throughout the ages. The book covers ages starting from Prehistoric to the Postmodern era. This book can fit the preferences of casual art enthusiasts like a glove and is highly popular thanks to the fact that it does not take a long time to grasp what the book wants to convey.

Art: The Visual Guide - You can call this the portable history of art. This book by Graham Dixon features over 2,500 very popular and important works of art and sculptures across millennia. Dixon has taken into account non-Western artists in his book and given them the limelight they deserve. He has taken the pains of diving deep into the art and throwing light on the minutest detail such as its historical and cultural impact among others. If you are a beginner then this book is a must-have.

The Art of Rivalry: Oh yes, art does have its fair share of feuds. This book by Sebastian Smee, the Pulitzer Prize winner has talked about four rivalries that grabbed the world of art by its throat. Nothing like two stalwarts going at it. These are not only interesting to read but also give us an idea of how the artists used to think and how their being at loggerheads changed art forever.

The Architecture of Happiness: If you thought buildings are only meant to house art, Alain de Botton’s book will prove that art is an intrinsic part of architecture. Through captivating prose and stunning images, the author attempts to explore the relationship between humans and the concrete spaces we build around us. If you’re thinking of testing out the architecture space, this is one of the best architecture books for beginners out there.

The Art of The Con: Art forgeries are interesting to read because of their dramatic flair. Anthony M. Amore showcases the most popular forgeries and fakes that have been front-page news. It cannot be denied that pulling off something like this can take skills as well as courage, making this book dramatic as well as cinematic. This is almost like reading a heist book. There are many moments in the book where the fraudsters come agonizingly close to getting the job done. So, if you want to season your art experience with a dash of thrill, you cannot go wrong with this book. 

What Are Some Advantages of Reading Art Books?

Art books can be a great way to appreciate the aesthetics of the works of art as well as learn the history behind the same. We can learn of the others’ takes on the works of art which is a lot like learning literary criticisms in literature. Here are some of the advantages of reading art books:

Stimulate the Mind: Art books, the best ones, can give budding artists an idea of how to give wings to their dreams. They are a welcome respite from the screens and are a great exercise for our eyes. The varying colours can do wonders for our brains and give birth to ideas that even we did not think we could come up with. 

Know the History: Art enthusiasts will jump at the opportunity to know about what went in the heads of the artists while they were at work. It can be like a goldmine for them. The books may also include first-hand insight from the artists themselves and not just deductions.

Conclusion

We interpret art the way we want. That is the beauty of it. We, at BookSmart, have some of the best art books that are aching to be on the shelves of art enthusiasts. There is a plethora of books on this subject and you can rest assured that you will get what you are looking for. 

[cognivisio]

The 5 Best Art Books to Read

Art is a subject that can teach us how to express ourselves both verbally and non-verbally. This is just one of the many benefits of art in our lives. At any rate, it can make life tolerable amid all the chaos in our lives. Art can make people look beyond what is essential for survival and find a way to unwind. The difference between and real life can be seen as the difference between conventional survival methods and subjective survival methods. Money is vital for survival but working for money can be pretty taxing. We can take refuge in art after a long day of working hard to keep our gears running. The best art books can help you rest your eyes after long hours of staring at letters and numbers on a screen. 

What Art Books Can You Buy

There is a plethora of art books for beginners, casual readers and seasoned artists. It does not take an expert to enjoy what an art book has to offer as long as you are interested in the thing. The books can be enjoyed just as a hobby as well. Here are some of the most popular art books:

The Annotated Mona Lisa - The Mona Lisa by Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the most popular paintings in history and it will take some work to come across someone who has not heard about it. This book by Carol Strickland, however, is not all about the painting. It gives you a concrete history of the movements seen in art and the most renowned works of art throughout the ages. The book covers ages starting from Prehistoric to the Postmodern era. This book can fit the preferences of casual art enthusiasts like a glove and is highly popular thanks to the fact that it does not take a long time to grasp what the book wants to convey.

Art: The Visual Guide - You can call this the portable history of art. This book by Graham Dixon features over 2,500 very popular and important works of art and sculptures across millennia. Dixon has taken into account non-Western artists in his book and given them the limelight they deserve. He has taken the pains of diving deep into the art and throwing light on the minutest detail such as its historical and cultural impact among others. If you are a beginner then this book is a must-have.

The Art of Rivalry: Oh yes, art does have its fair share of feuds. This book by Sebastian Smee, the Pulitzer Prize winner has talked about four rivalries that grabbed the world of art by its throat. Nothing like two stalwarts going at it. These are not only interesting to read but also give us an idea of how the artists used to think and how their being at loggerheads changed art forever.

The Architecture of Happiness: If you thought buildings are only meant to house art, Alain de Botton’s book will prove that art is an intrinsic part of architecture. Through captivating prose and stunning images, the author attempts to explore the relationship between humans and the concrete spaces we build around us. If you’re thinking of testing out the architecture space, this is one of the best architecture books for beginners out there.

The Art of The Con: Art forgeries are interesting to read because of their dramatic flair. Anthony M. Amore showcases the most popular forgeries and fakes that have been front-page news. It cannot be denied that pulling off something like this can take skills as well as courage, making this book dramatic as well as cinematic. This is almost like reading a heist book. There are many moments in the book where the fraudsters come agonizingly close to getting the job done. So, if you want to season your art experience with a dash of thrill, you cannot go wrong with this book. 

What Are Some Advantages of Reading Art Books?

Art books can be a great way to appreciate the aesthetics of the works of art as well as learn the history behind the same. We can learn of the others’ takes on the works of art which is a lot like learning literary criticisms in literature. Here are some of the advantages of reading art books:

Stimulate the Mind: Art books, the best ones, can give budding artists an idea of how to give wings to their dreams. They are a welcome respite from the screens and are a great exercise for our eyes. The varying colours can do wonders for our brains and give birth to ideas that even we did not think we could come up with. 

Know the History: Art enthusiasts will jump at the opportunity to know about what went in the heads of the artists while they were at work. It can be like a goldmine for them. The books may also include first-hand insight from the artists themselves and not just deductions.

Conclusion

We interpret art the way we want. That is the beauty of it. We, at BookSmart, have some of the best art books that are aching to be on the shelves of art enthusiasts. There is a plethora of books on this subject and you can rest assured that you will get what you are looking for.