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• A Glorious Feast of Traditional Chinese Dance  By :
  New Tang Dynasty Television’s Chinese New Year Spectacular offers a truly tantalizing variety of dance this year, featuring all-new dance troupes and drawing upon 5,000 years of history spanning a vast range of different folk traditions, from Mongolia to Tibet to the Yunnan region of China.
• A New Music of the Orient: a Touch of the West and a Dash of the Divine  By :
  A new musical fusion has arisen in New York and it's not the kind you can catch for ten dollars at a club in the West Village. For the many thousands of Chinese immigrants trying to stay afloat in a new world and for those westerners who have always wanted to understand the Chinese but have shied away for lack of a way in--for anyone who has wondered where the two civilizations connect, the answer may lie not in words, but in music.
• Chinese New Year Show Opens Window on Asian Subtlety  By :
  The appreciation for what is implied rather than what is in plain sight sets Asian art apart from Western art. Traditional Chinese dance, for example, is less precise and strict in form than its Western counterpart, ballet. It is because it attempts to evoke a different sort of feeling.
• How to Create Your Own Photo Mosaics  By :
  Photo mosaics are rising in popularity all over the world. You have probably seen one somewhere such as in your child's school, your local library, a medical office or elsewhere.
• Is Graffiti An Urban Art Form?  By :
  Is graffiti art or just vandalism? Can it ever have a place in art galleries, or should it just be removed?
• Clothes Grace the Dance  By :
  The dazzling costumes in NTDTV’s Chinese New Year Spectacular are as much a part of each dance as the dance movements themselves. They are, in many ways, the palette on which the dance is performed. Clothes, hair, colors—this is what transports us to the Divine Land of ancient China.
• The Divine Beauty of Traditional Chinese Culture Shines at Radio City Music Hall  By :
  The bilingual show explodes with the sights and sounds of ancient China, with epic tales, mythical dragons, roaring drums and beautiful dances to celebrate the Chinese New Year in a “Spectacular” way. A must see for the whole family!
• Some Information About Renaissance Art  By :
  The Renaissance is widely considered by many to have been a historic age, this period of time came after the Middle Ages but before the Reformation in historic hindsight, but the Italian Renaissance of the 15th century is connected with the absorption of knowledge by Western influences.
• Learn All the Secrets of Belly Dancing  By :
  Discover everything about Belly Dancing, including history, basic outline, benefits and more.
• Brief History of London and West End Theatre  By :
  A short article on the history of London Theatre and the famous London West End
• What Do I Need to Know About Tattoos?  By :
  Have you ever wondered about a tattoo? Do you know what getting a tattoo entails, or how to find a good tattoo artist? Well we have the answers to all your tattoo questions here!
• Welding and Metalwork: Strength And Function  By :
  Welding is the process of getting metal surfaces to join together by using high heat to melt them together. Vices are often used to hold the pieces of metal until they have molded together.
• Five Proven Art Festival Showing Strategies for Artists Selling Their Work  By :
  Showing and selling your artwork at outdoor art festivals is hard work for artists, often accompanied by some expensive lessons. Here are five successful art festival showing strategies for artists that are guaranteed to increase sales and decrease your learning curve whether you are new to selling art at festivals or a seasoned art show veteran.
• Enchanting Treasures in Wood Works  By :
  Woodcraft has played its part in making the Indian handicraft fortune wealthier and inspite of many environment prevention issues the prospect of the hand crafted furniture sector in India seems positive.
• Digital or Film Camera?  By :
  For many, digital photography is a breath of fresh air, but be wary - believing our landscape images will be superior could be a serious blunder.
• Discover The Secrets To Making Model Ships That Look Like The Real Thing!  By :
  If you are looking for a new hobby or are a nautical enthusiast, you may consider making model sailboats. But how do you get started on such an endeavor? Following are things to keep in mind while you research this past time.
• Slaying the Evil Dragon  By :
  Like the Loch Ness Monster of Scotland, China has its myths and legends of dragons, some helpful and benevolent, and some not so. Of the evil variety, there’s one that’s been slain on stages around the world during the 2006 NTDTV’s Global Chinese New Year Spectaculars. The performance is called "Nine Swords," and it obviously was one of the audiences’ favorites as it receiving roaring applause.
• NTDTV’s Global Chinese New Year Spectacular - A Gift of Healing  By :
  I want to share some of my reasons for sponsoring New Tang Dynasty Television’s (NTDTV) Chinese New Year Spectacular. Of course, I am Chinese, and the Chinese New Year is part of my tradition and heritage. I love the colorful costumes, beautiful music and dance depicting ancient myths and legends. It reminds me of stories from my childhood. In addition, the cause, the people involved and the performances themselves have touched me profoundly, they have a healing effect in more than one sense.
• Aspen Is Famous For More Than Skiing  By :
  Aspen is the largest city and county seat of Pitkin County, Colorado. Founded as a mining camp in the Colorado Silver Boom and named because of the abundance of aspen trees in the area, the city is now a ski resort and cultural center. But it offers as well some nice art galleries you should visit.
• How the Paint Color Chart Impresses People That View Your Work  By :
  Experience has taught us that certain combinations of colors, whether in nature or art, affect the eye and mind agreeably, while others give offense. We call the former "harmonies," the latter "discords."
• Chinese Ancient Traditions Revived In Global New Year Shows  By :
  NTDTV’s live Chinese New Year Spectacular is more than a thrilling and enchanting music and dance performance; it is also promoting a rebirth of ancient Chinese culture which has been destroyed after the communist takeover. Dragons, drums and dancers, along with traditional Chinese instruments and costumes faithfully recreated from old manuscripts, paintings and pottery, all evoked the grandeur of China’s great dynasties and legends of remote history.
• The Guqin – a Chinese Musical Instrument that Helped Defeat an Army  By :
  The guqin, or seven-stringed zither, is China's oldest stringed instrument, and as legend has it, its sweet sounds once helped defeat an army. Now this ancient instrument experiences a modern-day renaissance. This holiday season, NTDTV’s Holiday Wonders (live at the Beacon Theater on Broadway, NYC, Dec. 19-24, 2006) brings a unique opportunity to experience the magic of traditional Chinese culture, using traditional and ancient instruments.
• Clarinet Virtuoso Giora Feidman Performs in NTDTV’s Holiday Wonders on Broadway  By :
  The great, world famous clarinetist Giora Feidman will perform in Holiday Wonders at the Beacon Theater on Broadway; three shows, Dec. 23 and 24, 2006. Feidman has chosen to be an ambassador for NTDTV’s wonderful cross-cultural, East-West Holiday Show. Feidman called NTDTV’s Chinese New Year Spectacular, “an event that will elevate you, will elevate your sense of beauty, and it will help you to raise yourself.”
• The Erhu - China's Haunting Two String Fiddle Comes to Broadway  By :
  The erhu, sometimes known in the West as the Chinese violin or Chinese two string fiddle, is a two-stringed bowed musical instrument. Ms. Qi Xiaochun will perform the erhu in Holiday Wonders at the Beacon Theater on Broadway, Dec. 19-24, and also at the 2007 NTDTV Chinese New Year Spectacular shows which are touring North America from Jan. to Mar. 2007.
• Holiday Wonders on Broadway  By :
  New Tang Dynasty TV (NTDTV) is presenting Holiday Wonders at the Beacon Theater on Broadway, Dec. 19-24. This will be the first occasion for a Chinese symphony orchestra to accompany a performance in the Beacon Theater. Audiences will experience both the splendor of Western symphony as well as traditional Chinese folk instruments such as erhu, biwa (pipa), guzheng (Chinese zither), and the Chinese flute.
• Great Tips on Becoming an Accomplished Artist  By :
  Many people want to become an artist, yet they feel they were not "born" with the talent to do so. I personally disagree with this belief. To become an accomplished artist is just like anything else in life. It requires the correct mindset and the willingness to succeed.
• Women As Edible Art  By :
  Education is fun, but students do not always learn the lesson that's being taught. Speaking in metaphors sometimes delivers quite a different learning experience.
• Portrait Picture of Cats Make a Perfect Gift  By :
  Make the perfect gift for a special occasion with your cats. This article will confirm the fact that you can have any kind of portrait of animals or pets painted through Portrait Kingdom without missing any detail of your bond with your cats.
• Oil Painting: The Basics And Beyond  By :
  This article will comprise a list of basic requirements which needs to be complied before indulging in oil painting portraits. The basics and the miscellaneous, once met, will bring out the best portraits.
• Keep That Undying Oil Painting Alive  By :
  Let those oil paintings unmark the demise of classic visual art through this article and know more about this intoxicating work of art, thereby knowing the ways how to optimize your gift-giving qualities.
• Custom Tattoo Designs  By :
  Should you opt for a free design or go all out with a custom design? Right now we'll focus on custom tattoo designs, explore what they are and what the benefits of going custom are.
• Redefine Your Space!  By :
  Portraits and still life oil paintings are highly commendable in redesigning the lifestyle of a certain person. Read through this article so you will know what and where to start for a newer yet classic you.
• Some Of The Many Different Ways Art Is Expressed  By :
  Art over the centuries has taken on many forms. From Leonardo DaVinci to Jim Morrison, art can be determined by the desire of others to enjoy a particular form. People have been collecting famous works of art for a long time.
• How To Get Reprints Of Some Of The Greatest Art Ever Created  By :
  Art has long been a favorite pastime. Just as long as art has been around people have been collecting paintings and original pieces of art, many are hard to find and expensive to purchase. In recent years interest in art collections has grown enormously among people of all ages.
• The History Of The German Nutcracker  By :
  The real story and the real facts which explain where the german nutcracker of the Ore Mountains comes from and why he has been created ...
• Care With Gemstones  By :
  Gemstones are one of the most precious substances known to mankind. Their worth alone is reason enough for us to care for them. A gemstone can cost a fortune and one scratch or impurity can ruin there value.
• Postmodernism and Architecture  By :
  What is postmodernism? Are the postmodern characteristics still apparent in contemporary architectural design? According to scholars, "Postmodernism, by definition resists definition".
• The Power of Dreams  By :
  When I look back at my life and see how it has changed in the last ten years, I, for one, can see the power in poetry (and the enormous power that is released when someone follows their dreams).
• The Outrageous Life of Benvenuto Cellini in His Own Words  By :
  Benvenuto Cellini's outrageous autobiography details his exploits as one of the most talented and colorful artists of the Italian Renaissance mannerist style of art. Commissioned by both kings and popes, Cellini's exploits give us an insight into the life and times of the Renaissance.
• For That Knee Alone  By :
  An unspoken competition existed between Italian Renaissance giants Michelangelo and Raphael even as they paid grudging respect to each other in subtle ways.
• The Misinterpreted Code  By :
  Dan Brouwn's mystery/detective novel "The DaVinci Code," published in 2003, has sold more than 40 million copies and its narrative was made into a script for the needs of the recently released Columbia Pictures film carrying the same title.
• The Saga Of The German Nutcracker  By :
  A christmas story your family will love to hear on christmas. It is not only a nice story it is also a true saga many germans know about.
• How To Take Care Of Your Fresh Tattoos  By :
  The first thing you need to is remove the bandage/saran wrap from your tattoo after about an hour. Your new tattoo is a wound and it needs to breathe so it can heal.
• The Omen Is Creepy But Not Classic  By :
  The Omen is a film that was released on, of all dates, June 6th of 2006. This was a major promotional opportunity, due to the fact that the date in numerical format was 06/06/06. A remake, the original Omen was created in 1976 and directed by Richard Donner.
• Epiphany: Or How I Stumbled Unawares Into the Strange World of Contemporary Art  By :
  How "horrible" art launched a writer.
• Light House Poster Angels and Demons  By :
  The ancient Light House of Alexandria which was built in 3 BC, and towered near 400 feet, was one of the last remaining seven wonders of the world.
• Buying Stone Art  By :
  Few types of artwork are more permanent than art in stone. When you purchase it for someone you care about they will immediately know that your love is undying.
• How to Get Started in the Art of Stained Glass  By :
  Stained glass is an art form which is not only beautiful, but functional as well. Not only is it the centerpiece of many churches and cathedrals, but it has been incorporated into many normally less luxurious items.
• Does Postmodernism Exist Still in Architecture  By :
  What is architecture? What do we mean by Post-Modernism? Does Postmodernism still exist in architectural design? As Jameson suggests, "Postmodernism, by definition resists definition".
• The Nature of Woods  By :
  Do you know why the better-marked woods are more preferred from the unmarked ones? They are preferred because of the extreme figuring and marking. There are many stages for the woods to be prepared.
• Great Progress in Italian Ceramic  By :
  Great advancement in ceramic has been made after 15th century only. Before this, ceramic was made only for use not for decoration and show. This article will make you know more about the changes and development that comes in the making of ceramic.
• The Emperors and Their Furniture  By :
  Many different periods saw different the introduction and use of different styles. They are unique and different in their own ways
• History and The Use of Lacquer  By :
  Lacquering became every craftsmans delight to work with. It was first practiced in the Far East for many centuries. Much furniture made in England in the early 1700's was ornamented with this pseudo-oriental lacquer. Their demands gave many imitators a chance to produce fake product to meet the market demand.
• The History of Decorative Furnitures  By :
  Different kinds of chairs were made with different colors and shapes and sizes. Some of them square, oval backs, shield-shape back, sabre-shape, heart-shape, round, etc. one of the significant part of the eighteenth and nineteenth century furniture were the use of rosewood and the different kinds of paintings and flower carves, and script-writings, etc.
• Type of Woods and Their Characteristics  By :
  There are other woods that are widely used besides these oak, walnut, mahogany and satinwood. Let us have a look at these uncommon woods and their appearances and their uses in our daily life.
• The History of English Furniture  By :
  Let us get into the history of English furniture. The historical aspect of the wood, the different types of woods in use for making furniture and other things that you find today in the market. Some of the woods date back to sixtieth and seventieth. No matter what has happened to other woods with time, oak is still in great demands and use.
• Important and Incredible Products of Woods  By :
  Lets have a look at some of the lesser-used wood products. There are many wood products that the common man does not use them in his daily life.
• The History of European Furniture  By :
  Different countries produce different types of woods. And produces different type of furniture each unique in their own styles. And the development of these different styles of wood products was also due to the encouragements from their rulers and influential people.
• The Beginning of Small Furniture  By :
  Let us have a look at some of the furniture that we could still find some of them in the museums. Furniture such as the stools which dates back to the twelfth century, tea-tables dating back to the late seventeenth century, serving trays made of mahogany, wine-coolers, a receptacle for cooling wine, writing tables, window stools, and work tables.
• The History of Wood Households  By :
  There are many types of things, which are made from different types of woods. Some of these things were barometers, beds, buckets, bureaus a kind of writing desk, etc. These things were used in the ancient times and they were made of walnut, mahogany, etc.
• The History of Oak and Walnut Furniture  By :
  The different kings and rulers used different types of woods for their furniture. Like oak were used widely during the Tudor reigns. They mostly used imported furniture, which were both heavy and durable. Jacobean mostly used walnut and Cromwellian used both oak and walnut.
• Why Folk Art Is So Popular Today  By :
  I have loved folk art paintings since I was a child. I spent a lot of time with my grandmother and her house was full of them. One of my favorites that she had was done by John Roeder. Maybe it's because I spent a lot of time playing in my tree house, that the trees in the picture appealed to me so much.
• Abstract Paintings, You Either Love Them Or Hate Them  By :
  I'm a buyer and collector of abstract paintings. There are few things I like more than finding ones that appeal to me. My favorite type of painting is done in gouache and I have several favorite artists.
• The Online Art Scene  By :
  If you appreciate art, try searching for online art galleries on the Internet and you will be amazed at the rich and varied offerings that are available to you. The parade of art is more than just a display of great artwork.
• Auctions of Antique, Modern & Contemporary Drawings  By :
  Art auctions for drawings are categorized into antique, modern and contemporary.
• Does Aura Exist in Digital Art  By :
  Ever since Walter Benjamin published his essay "The Work of Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction," scholars have debated whether mechanically reproduced art can have "aura" as Benjamin discussed this concept.
• The Beauty of Watercolors  By :
  For well over two centuries watercolor painting has been an important element within the development of British Art, but only recently has it been given the status that it deserves.
• How To Buy Paintings For Relatives That They Will Appreciate  By :
  There are some things you should know that will help to make your gift be better appreciated. There is more to buying a painting for someone than just the right size and color.
• How To Choose Fine Art Paintings By Realist Painters  By :
  Realism in art is defined in the same way as it would be in literature; it is the rendering of the subject matter as it really is without being embellished or putting one's personal influence on it.
• Quality Gear Enhances the Art of Dance  By :
  The uninitiated may not understand the value of good gear, but when it comes to dancing, it's vital.
• The History of American Painters  By :
  Painting is one of the most interesting forms of art. It depicts life in vivid colors and speaks so much about oneself, the painter's aspirations, his surroundings, and his nation.
• A Passion Swells Within My Soul  By :
  More poetry from Jaci Rae's childhood book of poetry she wrote.
• Using Art Therapy for Amazing Stress Relief  By :
  Learn the important of art in stress relief and management in todays world.
• Take a Piece of America Home  By :
  View exciting American landscapes by internationally collected artist, Renee Nemerov
• Give to Get - A "Free" Music Philosophy  By :
  For today's musicians and bands, the music should be a gateway to profit, not the profit center.
• Edgar Degas - Biography Of The French Artist Renowned For His Figure Painting  By :
  A successful and prosperous artist throughout his lengthy career, retaining his popularity up to this very day, this article examines the many Parisian influences that created the hallmarks of one of the most popular French artists renowned for his painting of dancers - Edgar Degas.
• Using Color to Express Your Creativity  By :
  Colors have an amazing impact on our lives. From the red of our stop signs and traffic lights, to the ever important green of a dollar bill, color is integrated into every facet of our daily adventures. No where is this more clear, than in our art and in our artistic creativity.
• Vincent Van Gogh - Biography Of A Tormented Dutch Artist  By :
  The short life of Vincent Van Gogh was full of torment. This biography sheds some light on the inspiration that produced some of the greatest art masterpieces of the era and the creation of the spirit of Provence in the world-famous sunflower works.
• Lawrence Alma-Tadema - Biography Of An Artist In The Antique Style  By :
  A successful artist throughout his lengthy career, retaining his popularity up to this very day, this article examines the many historical influences that created the hallmarks of one of the most popular European artists and the originator of the antique style of painting - Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema.
• Adolphe William Bouguereau - Biography of the French Realist Painter  By :
  A successful artist throughout his lengthy career, but for years fallen into obscurity, this article once again shines a light on the life of the now highly popular French painter, Adolphe William Bouguereau.
• Star Tattoos - Why Unique is Better Than Out of The Brochure.  By :
  Article about selecting a star tattoo and why it's important to be serious about it using ones own creativity for personal input in to the tattoo.
• Leonardo da Vinci - A Biography of the Renaissance Man  By :
  Leonardo da Vinci documented little of his private life. Yet through his work as artist, musician, philosopher, engineer, botanist, anatanomist, mathematician and humanitarian, he is revealed to be truly a man before his time - the quintessential Renaissance man.
• Four Things You Absolutely Need to Know before Buying an Oil Painting Reproduction  By :
  You've decided to invest in a beautiful oil painting reproduction. You have an idea of the type of painting you'd like, but you're still unsure about making the purchase. This anxiety is normal when considering a reproduction purchase for the first time. Knowing the right questions to ask will enable you to make a wise purchase.
• Locate and Secure Gorgeous Art Reproductions  By :
  Finding the perfect painting for your home decor is not always easy. If you're an art lover, you probably have a difficult time choosing among the many great paintings available. Many art fans choose oil reproduction paintings instead of originals to get the painting they want at a reasonable price. Oil reproductions are beautiful hand-painted recreations of famous paintings from the past. But even when buying reproductions, choosing the right one can be tough.
• How 80's Video Games Influence Art Today  By :
  The nostalgia of the 80's has been simmering in the fashion world for several years. It is perhaps not a surprise that the pop culture of the 80's is also rearing its head in the art world.
  
  We have seen graffiti, which was once considered a vulgar expression of inner-city youth, become a tool for marketers and embraced as a creative outlet for urban artists.
• Think Before You Ink? You Won't Regret It.  By :
  Take time to plan out your next tattoo and get a custom design done. That way you will never regert the orginal and 100% unique tattoo that you get. Read this article to find out about getting a custom designed tattoo.
• Cute Tattoo Designs for Women and Current Trends in Women's Tattoos!  By :
  The world of tattoo for women is expanding ata rapid pace. Find out what is hot and what is NOT for custom tattoos for women.
• The Symbolism of an Anchor tattoo  By :
  Interested in the symbolism and meaning behind this popular sailors tattoo? Anchor tattoo have a long history filled with symbolism and meaning. Find out more by reading the article.
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  There are various types of fences and they can be made in a variety of ways. One of the more popular forms of fences is the picket fences...
• Different Styles and Forms to Abstract Art  By :
  Abstract art is known as art that is not an accurate representation of a form or object. What this means is that you will not see a definite shape or figure...
• Learn the Basics of Embroidery  By :
  What is embroidery? Do you know embroidery? Do you want to learn or do you know the basics but want to learn more...
• Andy Warhol - A Very Popular Commercial Illustrator  By :
  Who is Andy Warhol? That name may be very familiar to you. Many of us know who he is but even those that don't know exactly what he did, they do know...
• Buying Paint for your Workshop and Other Art Supplies  By :
  If you're a painter or other type of artist you'll want to have your studio filled with all the art supplies that you need to create your art without running out of supplies...