Author: David Young Kim Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 0691231176 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 264
Book Description
An illuminating look at a fundamental yet understudied aspect of Italian Renaissance painting The Italian Renaissance picture is renowned for its depiction of the human figure, from the dramatic foreshortening of the body to create depth to the subtle blending of tones and colors to achieve greater naturalism. Yet these techniques rely on a powerful compositional element that often goes overlooked. Groundwork provides the first in-depth examination of the complex relationship between figure and ground in Renaissance painting. “Ground” can refer to the preparation of a work’s surface, the fictive floor or plane, or the background on which figuration occurs. In laying the material foundation, artists perform groundwork, opening the ground as a zone that can precede, penetrate, or fracture the figure. David Young Kim looks at the work of Gentile da Fabriano, Giovanni Bellini, Giovanni Battista Moroni, and Caravaggio, reconstructing each painter’s methods to demonstrate the intricacies involved in laying ground layers whose translucency and polychromy permeate the surface. He charts significant transitions from gold ground painting in the Trecento to the darkened grounds in Baroque tenebrism, and offers close readings of period texts to shed new light on the significance of ground forms such as rock face, wall, and cave. This beautifully illustrated book reconceives the Renaissance picture, revealing the passion and mystery of groundwork and discovering figuration beyond the human figure.
Author: Moshe Feldenkrais Publisher: Blue Snake Books ISBN: 155643927X Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 290
Book Description
Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais is best known for pioneering the somatic therapy that bears his name. Less well known is that he was also one of the earliest European practitioners of the martial art of judo and wrote a number of influential texts on the subject. Primary among these is Higher Judo, first published in 1952 and now reprinted with a new foreword that offers useful context and elaborates on Feldenkrais’ comprehensive—and still timely—approach to the martial art and to the body. Judo was a natural choice for Feldenkrais’s fascination with body/mind exploration and how to promote optimal functioning through awareness. In Higher Judo, he presents judo as the art of using all parts of the body to promote general health, and as part of the “basic culture of the body.” He reveals judo’s potential for creating a sense of rhythm of movement and improving mental and physical coordination. Higher Judo covers specific movements and positions—the astride position, the six o’clock approach, falling techniques—in both the text and the clear line drawings. Even more importantly, it shows how such groundwork can help practitioners develop their mental and physical awareness to their full potential.
Author: Christian Braun Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Sport ISBN: 9781841262123 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This comprehensive volume offers readers a conciseoverview of some of the most effective grapplingtechniques from numerous martial arts, including judo, ju-jitsu, wrestling, and more. Grappling provides athorough, step-by-step analysis of all aspects of thevarious techniques - the transition between kicking andgrappling distances, how ......
Author: Ope Banwo Publisher: Netpreneur Books ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 117
Book Description
The Bookpreneur Success Blueprint Unlock the secrets to building a thriving, and sustainable business with your book! Whether you're a seasoned author or just starting out, this comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of transforming your passion for writing into a profitable and sustainable business. In "The Bookpreneur Success Blueprint," you'll discover: - Proven strategies to monetize your book effectively - Step-by-step guidance on building a strong author brand - Insightful tips on marketing and selling your book - Techniques for creating multiple streams of income - Real-life success stories of authors who turned their books into lucrative ventures Packed with actionable advice and practical tools, this blueprint is designed to help you achieve financial success and establish a lasting impact in the literary world. Don't just write a book—create a business that supports your dreams and goals. Embark on your journey to becoming a successful Bookpreneur today!
Author: Bruce Allemann Publisher: Blue Snake Books ISBN: 9781583941645 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 100
Book Description
A beginners' guide to the martial art of Aikido, with photo sequences and instruction on Aikido techniques, including footwork, knee walking, immobilization, projection techniques, breathing and power techniques.
Author: Robert A. Katz Publisher: ISBN: 9780240805450 Category : Mastering (Sound recordings) Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Suitable for those who want to increase their mastery of digital and analog audio: musicians, producers, A&R, mastering, recording, and mixing engineers, this title offers an introduction to the procedures and technical issues involved in mastering.
Author: Robert Duncan Publisher: New York : New Directions Publishing Corporation ISBN: Category : Poetry Languages : en Pages : 200
Book Description
"Ground Work: Before the War follows Robert Duncan's last collection of poetry by just over fifteen years. The silence was intentional, to permit the book to come into its own, at its own appointed time, and to allow new themes in his worldview to advance. ... Duncan now turns directly to the political issues of our sad history: love, death, and the mask worn by war and 'development,' behind which industrial-military power hides its contempt for nature and indeed all living beings."--Page [4] of cover.
Author: Tom Hopkins Publisher: Made For Success Publishing ISBN: 161339800X Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 196
Book Description
You're in sales. Whether you call it persuasion or sharing, it all boils down to the same thing. Your aim is to get other people to accept you, your product or your idea. Within these pages are hundreds of ideas for doing just that. Not only are the ideas here, but the words and phrases that make them work are here as well. Tom Hopkins is unique in that he won't teach you any strategy that he hasn't proven to work successfully in real-life selling situations. One single strategy alone has tripled the sales volume of many readers. That's why the book is recognized as a classic 25+ years after its first printing. This book is written in clear, easy-to-understand language. There's no hype or theory here, just proven-effective "how-to" strategies to help you increase your sales volume immediately. Need help in a specific area? Check out the detailed index. The answers to nearly every concern or objection are literally at your fingertips. Save yourself the time it took Tom to master the art of selling. It's all wrapped up in these pages for you.
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