Art is often described as the production of a beautiful or
captivating creation which someone has worked skillfully at through self
expression. Many people can participate in creating art or at the very
least enjoy the beauty of such a creation visually.
In my opinion, a good description for the art of writing literature is to make account of a true or fictionalized story. Some authors write novels, short stories, articles, plays and poems, having them published for the rest of us to enjoy reading. The art of poetry is the ability to arrange words in an emotional and rhythmic pattern. Well written poem expresses deep feelings in an imaginative way through a composition in verse which can leave a reader enchanted by its rhythmic beauty. Poetry, (because of its rhythm), in most cultures is often linked to music and dance.
Music is sometimes defined as the art of arranging pleasing sounds. Harmony, one of the most important elements of western music, is the use of the interaction of tones. Indian raga, a form of Eastern music, seems to rely more on melody and rhythmic structuring without harmony. I am told that the important thing to remember when performing Indian music is to be able to improvise within the traditions of that culture to restore the stories of their ancestors. Rhythm seems to be the one common bond to music for all cultures around the globe. Some types of music being enjoyed by several people would be Jazz, Blues, Classical, Pop, Rock, Country and Folk. Many of these kinds of music have been passed down from one generation to the next. For centuries historical events have been retold through music regarding different eras and cultures. I personally, have always enjoyed listening to various types of music (especially soft rock), and find it very soothing.
Many people say that music was inspired by man's natural rhythmic urge to dance. It has been said that dancing is the art of moving ones' body rhythmically to music. A good dancer is able to show emotion while telling a story through his or her physical movement and facial expression, too. Throughout many cultures, dance is often used to recreate an important part of religious and historical beliefs. Dance has also played an important part of courtship rituals from earliest of times across the world. Most wedding ceremonies and receptions are celebrated with music and dancing. Some well known forms of dance are Folk, Classical Ballet, Waltz, Jitter Bug, Jive, and Line Dancing. There are countless other enjoyable dances which people throughout the world love to perform be it at home, at a party or professionally. In my opinion, dance, if performed tastefully by a talented professional, is truly a lovely form of self expression. Many graceful and elegant dancers are able to dazzle and captivate audiences and television viewers all over the world. I truly enjoy watching ballet dancers and television shows where couples dance elegantly together as one.
Art is recognized through many other forms. Some talented artists choose to express themselves through photography, painting or sketching. Many of their subjects are fruit or perhaps a vase used for still life or of animals or people. In the 1920's some artists began making art deco, which was created with geometric shapes using flamboyant colors. Art galleries are abundant with paintings, decorative art, sculptures and other various creations. History has been told throughout centuries by such amazing works of art.
The art of Sculpting has been around pretty much since time began. It has been said that Greek sculptors idealized the human form and aimed to capture the beauty of the soul as well as the body of their subjects with technical skill and taste. Sculptures have often depicted historical events from long ago. Sculpting creations out of wood, stone, canvas and rubber allows an artist to express his or herself. In the last two decades, sculpted art forms that are made to look like real babies have become extremely popular. Professional sculptors later have prototypes made from their original masterpiece, and have the design made into vinyl doll kits.
Many newborn and reborn artists buy doll kits to create their own newborn baby doll. About twenty- five years ago, artists would strip a store bought doll of its paint and hair, then reborn it. Now, an artist has a choice of reborning a doll already made or newborning a baby doll from a kit. The doll kit usually consists of a vinyl head, limbs and cloth body slip. The limbs and head of the kit are painted by the artist and are baked one step at a time. If the head of the kit is that of a sleeping baby, the newborner usually uses a rooting pin vise to carefully put hair into the eyelid, then trimming the hair to give a natural looking eyelash. It is recommended to keep the eyelashes short, especially on a preemie baby. The artist then either roots the hair on the baby's head with a rooting pin vise or glues a wig on, manipulating a strong hold bonding glue for this process. Once the artist is satisfied with the look of the limbs and head, the newborning process begins. The head and the cloth body slip are fitted with cotton filler and a premade sack of glass beads. The pre-filled limbs are attached to the filled body slip. The prefilled head (sack of glass beads and cotton filler) is connected at the top. This is usually done with plastic cable ties or strings attached to the body slip. When the newborn process is completed, the ties are clipped and neatly closed. I usually sew the open areas on the body slip to cover the ties. The artist may place a diaper on the baby doll to enhance a realistic appearance. Cute baby clothes are usually placed on the baby as well. Newborning is a wonderful and rewarding art form which I personally enjoy immensely. Many collectors enjoy having these lovely works of art in their homes, too. This is another one of the countless kinds of art for us all to create or enjoy visually.
In my opinion, a good description for the art of writing literature is to make account of a true or fictionalized story. Some authors write novels, short stories, articles, plays and poems, having them published for the rest of us to enjoy reading. The art of poetry is the ability to arrange words in an emotional and rhythmic pattern. Well written poem expresses deep feelings in an imaginative way through a composition in verse which can leave a reader enchanted by its rhythmic beauty. Poetry, (because of its rhythm), in most cultures is often linked to music and dance.
Music is sometimes defined as the art of arranging pleasing sounds. Harmony, one of the most important elements of western music, is the use of the interaction of tones. Indian raga, a form of Eastern music, seems to rely more on melody and rhythmic structuring without harmony. I am told that the important thing to remember when performing Indian music is to be able to improvise within the traditions of that culture to restore the stories of their ancestors. Rhythm seems to be the one common bond to music for all cultures around the globe. Some types of music being enjoyed by several people would be Jazz, Blues, Classical, Pop, Rock, Country and Folk. Many of these kinds of music have been passed down from one generation to the next. For centuries historical events have been retold through music regarding different eras and cultures. I personally, have always enjoyed listening to various types of music (especially soft rock), and find it very soothing.
Many people say that music was inspired by man's natural rhythmic urge to dance. It has been said that dancing is the art of moving ones' body rhythmically to music. A good dancer is able to show emotion while telling a story through his or her physical movement and facial expression, too. Throughout many cultures, dance is often used to recreate an important part of religious and historical beliefs. Dance has also played an important part of courtship rituals from earliest of times across the world. Most wedding ceremonies and receptions are celebrated with music and dancing. Some well known forms of dance are Folk, Classical Ballet, Waltz, Jitter Bug, Jive, and Line Dancing. There are countless other enjoyable dances which people throughout the world love to perform be it at home, at a party or professionally. In my opinion, dance, if performed tastefully by a talented professional, is truly a lovely form of self expression. Many graceful and elegant dancers are able to dazzle and captivate audiences and television viewers all over the world. I truly enjoy watching ballet dancers and television shows where couples dance elegantly together as one.
Art is recognized through many other forms. Some talented artists choose to express themselves through photography, painting or sketching. Many of their subjects are fruit or perhaps a vase used for still life or of animals or people. In the 1920's some artists began making art deco, which was created with geometric shapes using flamboyant colors. Art galleries are abundant with paintings, decorative art, sculptures and other various creations. History has been told throughout centuries by such amazing works of art.
The art of Sculpting has been around pretty much since time began. It has been said that Greek sculptors idealized the human form and aimed to capture the beauty of the soul as well as the body of their subjects with technical skill and taste. Sculptures have often depicted historical events from long ago. Sculpting creations out of wood, stone, canvas and rubber allows an artist to express his or herself. In the last two decades, sculpted art forms that are made to look like real babies have become extremely popular. Professional sculptors later have prototypes made from their original masterpiece, and have the design made into vinyl doll kits.
Many newborn and reborn artists buy doll kits to create their own newborn baby doll. About twenty- five years ago, artists would strip a store bought doll of its paint and hair, then reborn it. Now, an artist has a choice of reborning a doll already made or newborning a baby doll from a kit. The doll kit usually consists of a vinyl head, limbs and cloth body slip. The limbs and head of the kit are painted by the artist and are baked one step at a time. If the head of the kit is that of a sleeping baby, the newborner usually uses a rooting pin vise to carefully put hair into the eyelid, then trimming the hair to give a natural looking eyelash. It is recommended to keep the eyelashes short, especially on a preemie baby. The artist then either roots the hair on the baby's head with a rooting pin vise or glues a wig on, manipulating a strong hold bonding glue for this process. Once the artist is satisfied with the look of the limbs and head, the newborning process begins. The head and the cloth body slip are fitted with cotton filler and a premade sack of glass beads. The pre-filled limbs are attached to the filled body slip. The prefilled head (sack of glass beads and cotton filler) is connected at the top. This is usually done with plastic cable ties or strings attached to the body slip. When the newborn process is completed, the ties are clipped and neatly closed. I usually sew the open areas on the body slip to cover the ties. The artist may place a diaper on the baby doll to enhance a realistic appearance. Cute baby clothes are usually placed on the baby as well. Newborning is a wonderful and rewarding art form which I personally enjoy immensely. Many collectors enjoy having these lovely works of art in their homes, too. This is another one of the countless kinds of art for us all to create or enjoy visually.
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