[DOC] William Spratling; His Life and Art (Southern Biography Series) by Taylor D. Littleton in Arts-Photography

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed this little book!By KathyI thoroughly enjoyed this little book! It was done in the spirit of good humor and creative possibilities--and revealed; in clever line drawings and in new ways; what "a woman who" might look like in several (often humorously) imagined situations. I think it makes a wonderful gift--I was much impressed at the uniqueness and artistic value of the sketches; given--and perhaps owing to--the constraints under which the artist placed herself.2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Life-changing is not an overstatementBy Suzana NorbergNot since Dan Eldons "The Journey is the Destination" has a book of art so profoundly affected me. Rebecca Millers simple yet brilliant concept of drawing without looking has brought a new joy to my life. Her accidental discovery is a perfect solution for anyone whos self-critical about their ability to draw. Just look up at the ceiling. The result is nearly always hysterical and eerily insightful. For months I pored over her hilarious drawings (e.g. "A woman who loves to suffer;" one wobbly arm raised Evita-style) before I finally tried it myself. My collection of odd news stories (Man Shoots Lawnmower); and overheard conversations ("You KNOW I cant drink out of a blue glass ...) now has accompanying blind drawings. At coffee shops; I pull out paper; pens and prompts for friends. At work; our Blind Drawing Club illustrates office antics (Katie giving blood in the Bloodmobile). Shrieking laughter always follows. Thank you; thank you Ms. Miller for the fateful day you taped your eyes shut. And for letting the rest of us in on it.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. okaaaaaaaaaaaaayyy........By Rachel A. SanchezI got this book for my birthday. I am an art student in California and a friend who knows I am interested in womens studies got it for me. all I could say was......ummmmmmm; okaaaaaaaaaay..... this book illustrates the concept that artists should know how to edit themselves. not everything you draw or write or sculpt should necessarily be published.... i really didnt find the drawings that interesting or funny. I mean; I flipped through it; and they were a little interesting but after that; I tossed the book aside and havent picked it up since; unlike most of my favorite art books which never leave my bed table. This collection is probably better kept to the artists personal collection rather than published for larger consumption. I thought it was kind of a waste.By the way; I am selling my copy; so if anyone is interested in purchasing my copy please email me at ras106@pitt.edu. thanks!