Art Nouveau gives a name to the decorative and architectural style developed in the 1880s and 1890s in the West. Born in reaction to the Industrial Revolution and to the creative vacuum it left behind; Art Nouveau was at the heart of a ldquo;renaissancerdquo; in the decorative arts. The primary objective of the movement was the creation of a new aesthetic of nature through a return to the study of natural subjects. In order to achieve this; artists such as Gustav Klimt; Koloman Moser; Antoni Gaudiacute;; Jan Toorop; and William Morris favoured innovation in technique and novelty of forms.After its triumph at the Paris Universal Exposition in 1900; the trend continued and has inspired many artists ever since. Art Deco; the successor of Art Nouveau; appeared after World War II.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful. Recommended reading for the serious; practicing artist.By Midwest Book ReviewWorking artist Peggy Hadden shares her secrets for overcoming artistic blocks; from meditation to exercises designed to release artistic expression. Her book Artists Quest For Inspiration reveals insights on how creativity is awakened; covering subjects ranging from working with other artists to revisiting childhood and creating an inspirational work and play environment. A fine gift for the practicing; serious artist.8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful bookBy Kelli MaierI have often been accused of having too much imagination.But this book made me say wow a couple of times; due to its usefulness and simplicity.I have to read this book in little bits because before long I am jumping up and running to my drawing table because inspiration has struck;or some idea has been presented that I MUST explore furthur.That is what I call a gem of a book.Even nicer is that it is a book that anyone who does creative work or hobbies can use.I dont give a 5 lightly; but Im doing it for this book.4 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Inspired reading!By CustomerThe Artists Quest for Inspiration is a book that will appeal to artists at many different stages of their career and in most artistic fields. If you are creative at any level this is a title that will help you find new ways of being inspired.The author offers many suggestions to help you break through any creative blocks such as: journal writing; working with other artists; meditation; and music... just to name a few techniques! Throughout The Artists Quest for Inspiration you will find highlighted ideas for you to try. One of them that I like in particular goes like this:`I think creative responses are helped by singing old songs. I know it can lift my mood. Even in private; singing can help you remember incidents from your past that might have drifted off to a corner of your minds attic.This is NOT a how-to book with step-by-step instructions in using various media or lessons in perspective etc. However; this is a book that will draw on your true creativity and individual offerings to the world that will truly reflect what you have to offer.The author has done a fabulous job in providing you with a multitude of `block busters that will help you break through any creative barriers you may be suffering from. Even if you dont suffer from this problem The Artists Quest for Inspiration is bound to provide you with even more energising ideas than you already have! The language is easy to understand and friendly.I would recommend this book to anyone involved in a creative pursuit - particularly if you are looking for new ideas - but also for those of you looking for a fresh approach. I must admit that I dont suffer from a shortage of ideas; but this title certainly gave me a lot more to think about!
