How do we see art works? How do we see artefacts? How do we see our surroundings? How do we see the world? This book opens up a worldwide dialogue between ten experts, from Japan to Brazil, from South Africa to Germany. It provides a fascinating insight into the different cultures of seeing and learning to see. It also offers a deeper understanding of the differences that divide us and the similarities that connect us. This book marks an important step towards transcultural art education.

"Let your imagination run wild! Whatever your passion, this exquisite book invites you to dive in and harness the creativity within. Filled with glorious illustrations, these colorful pages overflow with whimsical ideas, helpful tips, inspiring quotes, and endless encouragement to help you find a life of fulfillment through the power of ingenuity." --pg 4 of cover.

"Bestselling author Dr. Barbara Ann Kipfer pours her creativity into an irresistible book of bite-size lists of motivation for leading an adventurous, happy, and fulfilling life. Filled with light-hearted quick hits of inspiration to stir anyone looking for a jolt of "get out there and live" in their lives. Short entries--musings, things to do, and inspirational quotes--are paired with whimsical, colorful spot art. Presented as one continuous list, and broken up by occasional top ten lists and quotes, the text touches on many and varied themes such as: following your passions, staying curious, appreciating nature, traveling, trying new things, and living life with courage. Sprinkled throughout are service-oriented top ten lists, such as: 10 Places to Travel That Will Change your Life, 10 Spiciest Foods on the Planet, 10 Plants You Can Eat in the Forest, 10 Animals to See in Person before You Die, and more"--

Visual refences to paintings from Ancient Egyptian wallpaintings to contemporary Western canvases

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Featuring profound, humorous, and life-enhancing opinions from great minds throughout history, 1001 Ways to Tranquility features a treasury of thoughtful contributions from thinkers of different cultures over the centuries and genuine insights into states of being to which we all aspire.

The 1001 Ways To series addresses themes of major concern for the vast majority of people. Who doesn't want to be happy, wise, successful, confident, enlightened, patient, tranquil, and capable of attracting and keeping good friends? Featuring profound, humorous, and life-enhancing opinions from great minds throughout history, these books provide a treasury of thoughtful contributions from thinkers of different cultures over the centuries and genuine insights into states of being to which we all aspire. From learning how to unlock your inner confidence and becoming the person you always wanted to be, to understanding the exact meaning and importance of patience, this series will help guide you on your way with wise and witty opinions on some of the most contradictory and elusive human goals.