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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Fiesta

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Cinco de Mayo in LAUnder dusty oaks,the old plazablooms withdancers in swirlingskirts. The airis hot with thespices and musicplayed by smilingmen with flashingtrumpets and gleamingguitars. On theedges, an old firehouseawaits its finalrestoration, and,in the crowded courtyardof the oldest churchin the city,a quiet girl awaitsh... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Today

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Today, the spring windsighs and moansoutside my window.Today, the travel clockticks away on the shelfabove my desk.Today, I talked withmy daughter on the other sideof the country.Today, I have donelittle of what Iexpected.Today, I breathe.Today, I eat.Today, I am gladto listen to the wind,to watch the clock,to love my daughte... More..

Arts & Humanities > Making Art Painting with acrylic on fabric

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For several years, I attended a figure drawing group in an artist's studio. As a challenge to myself, I began drawing all of the evening's poses on a single large canvas in charcoal. My husband called these pieces my "Orgy Series" because each finished composition included from seven to fifteen figures.One night, the man sitt... More..

Arts & Humanities > Art Appreciation Abstract painting explained

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A young man in well-cut jeans and a freshly-pressed shirt tilts his head and squints. Then, he turns to his partner and asks, "But what is it supposed to be?"The pair stands before a large abstract acrylic painting in a museum. The man's confusion is a common reaction to nonobjective art.The answer to his question will depend... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Snapshots

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The birdof time,shotby the snapof an oldcamera,lies stunned,fastened downin thisscrapbook.All the smilesremain fixed,aged as cheese,the livingand deadequally still.Some faces,like unlabeledgraves, remainanonymous.The last linksof memory havebeen severed,and all thatremains is a familiarnose, ear, or hand.In some partsof the w... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mannequins

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To pay my waythrough college,I worked nightsin a store.Still, well-clothed peoplewatched usin dim lightafter the receiptshad been countedand I wonderedwhat they didafter we left.Then, whilejuggling my paintboxon a jammed bus,I met an artistwho, while in Europe,had paid hisway through lifecarving manniquins.I had neverconsider... More..

Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to write love poems

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The very best poems are always artifacts of powerful emotion. If you are in love, you have some great material to work with. If you are not in love, but just want to get something from someone, I suggest diamonds, a car, an apartment, or at least very expensive food.To write a love poem for someone, start by remembering all o... More..

Arts & Humanities > Making Art How to make the most of drawing lessons

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Congratulations! You have decided to sign up for a series of drawing lessons. You are about to learn a set of skills that will change the way you see the world. Here are some ideas to help you get the most out of your experience. Choose the right venue On-line Classes Are you self-disciplined? Do you work odd hours? Do ... More..

Arts & Humanities > Making Art Painting with acrylic on canvas

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Acrylic has many advantages for the fine artist. Here are a few:1. It thins with water, so allergy-causing fumes from thinners are not a problem.2. It dries quickly, so errors can be over-painted in minutes.3. The paint film is flexible and resists cracking, even under extreme conditions.4. It can be applied in thin glazes li... More..

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