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The Four Elements in Art and What They Express

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J. M. W. Turner, Caernarvon Castle Date: 1799, watercolor on paper, 82.5 x 57 cm, Romanticism Genre: landscape. Photo: Public Domain. wikiart.org

The Four Elements: Earth, Water, Air and Fire are fundamental building blocks of life that exist in the physical world. These substances that compose the physical universe are visible in the lakes, streams and oceans, mountains, rocks and soil, the wind and atmosphere, the sun and energy. These elements represent the essence of our existence. The elemental framework is a common … [Read more...]

Using Art to Deal with Trauma

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For most of us our environment is generally nurturing and positive, but for some, it can be traumatic, such as experiencing horrific events in war zones or being raised in an abusive home. Art is often the healing balm that soothes these harsh realities, as well as provides long term benefits. This article is about using art to deal with trauma. You'll read about Marina … [Read more...]

The Positive Benefits of Art Using The Art and Science of Feng Shui

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Garden with Flowers, oil on canvas, 91 x 72 cm, by Vincent van Gogh. Created in 1888; Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, France. Photo: Public Domain.

An Ancient Art and Science If we want to improve our lives having an understanding of the positive benefits of art using the art and science of Feng Shui can be extremely helpful. In this article you'll learn some basic facts about the history of Feng Shui, an ancient art and science that originated more than 3,000 years ago in China. The History of Feng Shui Feng Shui is an … [Read more...]

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