Emerging at the end of the 5th century, energetic circular forms, triskelia and spirals constitute the principal motifs of Celtic art. Through his 100 beautiful illustrations Michel Solliec invites us to immerse ourselves in an artistic universe of perpetual movement, endless in symbolic language. Colouring-in is no longer something that only children can enjoy, adults are rediscovering the pleasure and benefits to be derived from this activity. It's a wonderful way to let your creative side express itself, and also a highly relaxing process, as your attention is drawn away from the stresses a... View More...
In search of holistic Christian witness, missionaries have increasingly sought to take into account all the dimensions of people's cultural and religious lives--including their songs, dances, dramatic performances, storytelling, and visual arts. Missiologists, educators, and practitioners are cultivating new approaches for integrating the arts into mission praxis and celebrating creativity within local communities. And in an increasingly globalized and divided world, peacemaking must incorporate the use of artistic expressions to create understanding among peoples of diverse faiths. As Christi... View More...
The tension between Christianity and the arts is often real. But it also offers a false dichotomy. Many Christian artists think that they must choose between their faith and their artistic calling. Drawing upon his experiences as both a Christian and a practicing artist, Cameron J. Anderson explores the dynamics of faith and art in this latest volume in IVP Academic's Studies in Theology and the Arts series. Tracing the relationship between evangelicalism and modern art in postwar America--two entities that often found themselves at odds with each other--Anderson raises several issues that con... View More...
Christianity Today's 2017 Book of the Year Award of Merit - Culture and the ArtsFor many Christians, engaging with modern art raises several questions: Is the Christian faith at odds with modern art? Does modernism contain religious themes? What is the place of Christian artists in the landscape of modern art? Nearly fifty years ago, Dutch art historian and theologian Hans Rookmaaker offered his answers to these questions when he published his groundbreaking work, Modern Art and the Death of a Culture, which was characterized by both misgivings and hopefulness. While appreciating Rookmaaker's ... View More...
This beloved New York Times bestselling picture book is a fun-filled, inspiring story about the power of teamwork and the importance of celebrating individual gifts and self-expression. And now you can follow Iggy's further adventures--with his friends Rosie Revere and Ada Twist--in the instant New York Times bestseller Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters, an all-new chapter book starring The Questioneers Some kids sculpt sand castles. Some make mud pies. Some construct great block towers. But none are better at building than Iggy Peck, who once erected a life-size replica of the Great Sph... View More...
How can the arts witness to the transcendence of the Christian God?
Many people believe that there is something transcendent about the arts, that they can awaken a profound sense of awe, wonder, and mystery, of something "beyond" this world--even for those who may have no use for conventional forms of Christianity. In this book Jeremy Begbie--a leading voice on theology and the arts--employs a biblical, Trinitarian imagination to show how Christian involvement in the arts can be shaped by the distinctive vision of God's transcendence opened up in and through Jesus Christ.
If you love to paint or have always wanted to try painting -- get ready to be inspired to new heights This book shows you how to choose a project, prepare it, paint it, and even preserve it to enjoy forever. Filled with page after page of fun-to-do painting projects, this information-packed book introduces you to new techniques with step-by-step instructions, patterns, and easy-to-follow how-to photographs that ensure wonderful results. View More...
Anna Harwell Celenza's engaging fictionalized telling of the story behind Franz Joseph Haydn's famous symphony is a perfect introduction to classical music and its power. THE FAREWELL SYMPHONY brings to life a long summer spent at Esterhaza, the summer palace of Prince Nicholas of Esterhazy. The blustering, bellowing prince entertained hundreds of guests at his rural retreat and demanded music for every occasion. As the months passed, Haydn was kept very busy writing and performing music for parties, balls, dinners, and even walks in the gardens. His orchestra members became homesick and misse... View More...
Who doesn't love to color? As an adult, now that you can stay in the lines, you only need to think about what color to use Rockport Publishers presents a series of grown-up coloring books for art and design lovers. Just Add Color: Botanicals includes 30 original designs from artist and illustrator Lisa Congdon. Each book contains 64 perforated pages to make it easy to share, frame and hang your artwork. You'll be inspired by the sumptuous artwork in this book, and the use of color is endless. Relax, have fun, and Just Add Color.
In the late fifteenth century, the palace of Lorenzo the Magnificent, ruler of Florence, was a meeting place of intellectuals, writers, philosophers, and artists. Among them was the talented young Michelangelo, soon to rank with Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael as one of the giants of the Renaissance. This book tells of Michelangelo's training in the workshop of Ghirlandaio, his fascination with the frescoes of Giotto and Masaccio, and the development of his lifelong passion for sculpture. View More...
DiCianni and Wilson combine paintbrush and pen to creatively transport the reader to new depths of understanding about the world Jesus lived in and the one we live in now. View More...
Get lost in the beauty of the natural world in this captivating collection of botanical stickers. Page after page is packed with beautiful vintage drawings of ornamental flowers, tropical ferns, and other exotic plants and fungi. Get creative Adorn your personal items with more than a thousand botanically themed images. Use the stickers for scrapbooking and stationery, create gorgeous artwork, or simply enjoy this book as an exquisite keepsake. View More...
