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Aesthetics and Appreciation of Tree Trunks and Branches into Sketches and Sculptures introduces a way of seeing and experiencing art. For centuries, artists have relied on nature as their great source of inspiration. Tree trunks and branches are comparable natural sculpturing materials that are worthy of adoration and adoption. Nature, in this sense, directs the liberation of the images within these tree trunks and branches. The concept, upon which these aesthetics and appreciations were deduced, was based on the philosophy of truth which presents the materials, their sources and physical appearances as the basis of these sculptures. Therefore, the need to preserve and present the material was as crucial as the artistry. The style of these collections centered on simplified realism that clinches on plain geometric shapes and forms. Carving technique was at times interspersed with the tree bark texture, surface defects and marks from chain saw and machete. Titles of the sculptures were derived from the Akan-Fante culture and offered their English versions. Hence, the dignity of the African culture is clearly and solidly established through the form and imagery created from these tree trunks and branches.
Trees were central to Henry David Thoreau’s creativity as a writer, his work as a naturalist, his thought, and his inner life. His portraits of them were so perfect, it was as if he could see the sap flowing beneath their bark. When Thoreau wrote that the poet loves the pine tree as his own shadow in the air, he was speaking about himself. In short, he spoke their language. In this original book, Richard Higgins explores Thoreau’s deep connections to trees: his keen perception of them, the joy they gave him, the poetry he saw in them, his philosophical view of them, and how they fed his soul. His lively essays show that trees were a thread connecting all parts of Thoreau’s being—heart, mind, and spirit. Included are one hundred excerpts from Thoreau’s writings about trees, paired with over sixty of the author’s photographs. Thoreau’s words are as vivid now as they were in 1890, when an English naturalist wrote that he was unusually able to “to preserve the flashing forest colors in unfading light.” Thoreau and the Language of Trees shows that Thoreau, with uncanny foresight, believed trees were essential to the preservation of the world.
"The Art of Appreciation", by Peggy Halevi uplifts its readers with personal encouragement to create a much better life through responsible positive thinking and thought-heart-emotional connections. The reader is inspired to utilize the procedures described to relax into a growing awareness of their own happiness and self-worth through the simple act of "Appreciating". The book entwines real experiences, stories, feelings and profound wisdom into contributing factors of enlightenment based upon the Law of Attraction.
Happy Tu B/Shevat! On Tu B'Shevat, we plant a tree / Baskets of fruit for you and me This is a lovely rhyming story about giving thanks for the gifts trees provide on the occasion of Tu B’Shevat, Jewish Arbor Day.
"About Bonsai Making and Appreciation" is an extensive guidebook that takes readers on a captivating journey into the world of bonsai, an ancient art form that combines horticulture, design, and philosophy. This book serves as a comprehensive resource for beginners and experienced bonsai enthusiasts alike, offering detailed insights into the history, techniques, aesthetics, and care practices associated with bonsai cultivation. In addition to the practical aspects, the book explores the aesthetic aspects of bonsai display. It delves into the art of arranging bonsai trees in harmonious compositions, pairing them with suiseki (viewing stones), and considering seasonal display considerations. The book guides readers on creating beautiful displays that evoke a sense of serenity, balance, and natural beauty. As readers progress through the book, they discover common mistakes to avoid and learn problem-solving techniques for various bonsai challenges. The book also provides a curated list of recommended books and online resources for further learning, as well as information on bonsai clubs, organizations, and events worldwide, enabling readers to connect with a vibrant bonsai community. "About Bonsai Making and Appreciation" is an all-encompassing guide that combines practical instructions, historical context, and artistic inspiration to empower readers on their bonsai journey. Through its rich and comprehensive content, the book encourages readers to embrace the patience, dedication, and reflection required to truly master the art of bonsai. It celebrates the journey of bonsai cultivation, highlighting the growth and transformation that occurs not only in the trees themselves but also in the individuals who embark on this artistic and spiritual endeavor. Ultimately, "About Bonsai Making and Appreciation" is more than just a book about gardening or horticulture. It is a guide to a way of life—a path that embraces patience, mindfulness, and the profound connection between humans and the natural world. It is an invitation to embark on a lifelong journey of creativity, reflection, and the pursuit of beauty through the art of bonsai.
“One Green Field” contains a collection of essays on nature and its appreciation by a variety of notable authors including John Burroughs, Robert Louis Stevenson, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and more. Contents include: “Nature, by Ralph Waldo Emerson”, “Walking, by Henry David Thoreau”, “Reading the Book of Nature, by John Burroughs”, “A Geologist’s Winter Walk, by John Muir”, “On the Indifference of Nature, by Alfred George Gardiner”, “How to Observe Nature, by Elizabeth Brightwen”, “Bloody-Nose of Sunshine Hill: Hemaris Thysbe, by Gene Stratton-Porter”, “On Going a Journey, by William Hazlitt”, “Lake Scenery, by William Wordsworth”, “Walking Tours, by Robert Louis Stevenson”, etc. A fantastic collection of thought-provoking essays not to be missed by nature lovers and fans of nature writing. A Thousand Fields is publishing this brand new collection of classic essays now for the enjoyment of a new generation of readers.
Is there something missing in your life? Are you seeking to live a more appreciative and meaningful life? In Appreciation and Meaning Journal, author Andrew Eltes guides you to feeling gratitude while focusing on what matters most every single day. Through a series of ten empowering questions, this journal is designed to help you: • deliberately feel positive; • focus on and feel gratitude for what is going well in your life; • concentrate on how you can better yourself while growing and giving to others; • be centered and prioritize what matters most each day while feeling the core reasons for these actions; and • connect to the essence and enjoy the feeling of accomplishing a goal before it is physically completed. The Appreciation and Meaning Journal helps you ask yourself empowering questions, feel the benefit of empowering and meaningful answers, and have the best start to the day possible while also being centered and focused on what matters most that day. It should be a day that feels and looks how you want it to.
Quality of life is more about what is inside us than it is about what we have, or had and lost, or might have had--it has more to do with inner qualities than outside acquisitions. If we value our lives, treasure our friendships, respect and enjoy our families, we will have a full heart and a spirit dedicated to protecting our loved ones and appreciating how they enrich our experience of life. Perhaps one of the greatest keys to experiencing appreciation is a feeling of connectedness and interconnectedness--to not only perceive and appreciate the blessings that we receive, but to know that we can be a blessing to others, and to know that who we are, what we share, is appreciated by someone else; that our life matters and has meaning beyond what we do to keep our lives afloat in the material world; that the loving, supportive energy we take in also flows outward to others to enrich their experience, and uplift them. It is not enough that blessings flow to us, but that they flow through us to others.
The aesthetics of nature has over the last few decades become an intense focus of philosophical reflection, as it has been ever more widely recognised that it is not a mere appendage to the aesthetics of art. Just as nature offers aesthetic experiences beyond the reach of art, so the aesthetics of nature raises issues not contained within the philosophy of art. Malcolm Budd presents four interlinked essays addressing all the main problems about the aesthetics of nature. These include: how the aesthetic appreciation of nature should be understood; the character of an aesthetic response to nature; what kinds of aesthetic experience nature affords and what kinds of aesthetic judgement it is amenable to; the aesthetic significance of intrusions by humanity into nature; whether aesthetic judgements about nature can be objectively true; the doctrine of positive aesthetics with respect to nature; the aesthetic significance of knowledge of nature and in particular whether scientific knowledge is necessary for serious aesthetic appreciation of nature; and the correct model for the appropriate aesthetic appreciation of nature. The Aesthetic Appreciation of Nature also includes a comprehensive exposition and examination of the thoughts of the greatest philosopher to make a substantial contribution to the subject, Immanuel Kant, and an encyclopaedic critical survey of much of the most significant recent literature. Scholars and students of aesthetics will find valuable resources here, and much to think about.
Why is it that everywhere I venture a glimpse nowadays I end up observing hyperactive hustle and uptight bustle amidst frenzied scurry and harried hurry? Let us all take an alternate approach during this Yuletide season. I am choosing to "Lead By Example". I have decided upon shepherding my kids "by action rather than by mere words". I am choosing to shift the negative influence of society's external holiday tension AWAY FROM my three cherished children. In its place I aim to veer our family unit's center of attention upon the true meaning of Christmas. It costs the least and it spreads good cheer. It's the Spirit of Christmas and it lasts throughout the year. Care to join me?