PAINTING AND READING

Woman has been vested with a radical nature of giving; giving to the family, parents, husband, children, friends and the world.

How enjoying and producing paintings, prose and poetry can make the golden years light and lively.

George Combe, brother of Andrew Combe, Scottish physiologist; was a writer on phrenology and education. He was born in Edinburgh, where for some time he practised as a lawyer.

A gift does not need to be purchased to be special. Sometimes the simplest handmade item can mean the most. Forget about the mess it may create or the chores waiting to be done and get busy crafting with the children in your life.

The history of Latin Music and Dance. Clave rhythms. Latin percussion instruments. Analysis of paintings which portray Latin Dances, African Dance, and Flamenco. Plenty of singing, playing, dancing, painting, plus researching and presenting.

Postmodernism can be thought of as a product of changes of our times. A look at postmodern poetry helps us to understand postmodernity and vice versa. Through this understanding, we gain another perspective through which to view our current time period

Although it's not easy to juggle work, play, three kids, and finances, a little time management skills and pre-planning can help ease the pressure.

Reading is one of the great joys of summer, (at least for former English majors like moi!) Some reading ideas, please share other books you've enjoyed recently in the comments section.

When I think of remodeling my kitchen I think of three aspects. They are painting, flooring and hardware or, cabinets.

Some parents are only blessed with one child. This article will show you the benefits and problems associated with only one child in the family.

A look at some of the free and cheap holiday events happening in and around Nashville, TN. Events for the family and kids, adults only entertainment, festivals, parades, traditional events and more!

This article describes several different artistic movements, artists that were part of these movements, and the events surrounding these movements.

Those who already have some experience in the trade should keep up with the news by reading such publications as the monthly Painters and Allied Trades Journal, available to members of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades union.

Michael Baxandall's idea of the "period eye" and its effect on art

A Comparative Review of Jane Austin's most popular works; "Pride and Prejudice," The New "Pride and Prejudice," and "Bridget Jones"

In the face of terrorism, information overload, and unrealistic expectations of all kinds of relationships based on ego fantasies, we need all the help we can get just to stay relatively sane. Our culture is teetering on the collapse into meaninglessness.

A game and a teaching tool all in one, educational software can teach computer skills and school subjects all under the guise of play.

Before you paint, you must figure out what you want to paint. Sounds easy, but you should follow a few simple rules to make sure the painting turns out great.

Discover the difference between homeschooling facts and homeschooling fantasy.

Do you ever feel like your jewelry designs blend into the crowd at craft and jewelry shows? Here's a way to make them special.

Background on how auction houses and gallerists set their prices, and how the art world functions.