Shaker Heights achieved international renown in the early 20th century as an enclave for wealthy residents�a city of stunning homes; substantial green space; an excellent school system; and attentive municipal services. Cleveland entrepreneurs O. P. and M. J. Van Sweringen established Shaker Heights as a haven from the stresses of city life and claimed a connection with previous residents of this land; the North Union settlement of Shakers. Shaker communities sought to create paradise on earth by living communally and focusing on the life of the spirit. Buyers in Shaker Heights were assured that their paradise would last forever because of restrictions on what could be built and who could live there. Nevertheless; Shaker Heights has changed from a protected environment for the wealthy to a stable; integrated city that intentionally promotes diversity in its population. This is a remarkable story of dramatic change but also continuity as residents pursue the goal of creating an ideal community.
#525139 in eBooks 2012-06-25 2012-06-25File Name: B0098QHWHQAuthor of this book is Kass hallSoftcover; 128 pagesMade in china
Review
57 of 57 people found the following review helpful. Nice addition to an existing Zentangle libraryBy KathyThis book is exactly what the title says - "Inspiration and Prompts for Meditative Drawing". You will only find instructions for 12 tangles in the book. I have other Zentangle books that are just filled with patterns and this book is not like that. What I like about the book is that it is filled with writing about Zentangle and that is something I did not have. I know there is lots of information online and I do lots of blog reading. etc. but its still nice to settle in with a book.The writings are about how the author got started tangling along with in depth information on all kinds of different pens. pencils and paints Ive heard about but didnt really know too many details on. After each pen. pencil or paint she talks about. there are a couple examples of tangles done with that one. I bought the Kindle edition and on my tablet its really nice to zoom in and see all the detail of each type. There is a small section on shading and a large section on color. She also writes a lot about combining tangles with photography and again shows examples. a really informative chapter on tangles in journaling and a whole section on combining your tangles with different backgrounds in Photoshop. There are lots of examples of her work and then a little paragraph on what inspired that particular drawing. There are other contributers to the book besides the author and there is a little writeup on each person. The book ends with several links to blogs and places to buy supplies.Again. I would say if you are looking for instructions on how to do lots of different tangles. this book is probably not for you. But. if you want a really pretty book to inspire you. along with some very nice writing that definitely motivated me to try new things and may do the same for you. Id say give this book a try.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Lots of info!! Worth the $$!!!By PetersonsVery Cool! So many ideas and variations. however. only 12 tangles taught step-by-step. If you are looking to explore the world of Zentangle and all of the possibilities. this book is great! However. if you want to learn a whole bunch of tangles. this book isnt for you. When I got it I thought that I wanted to learn a bunch of patterns. but this is actually better because now I know how to create my own patterns and incorporate Zentangle into a variety of art forms (everything from markers to painting to scrapbooking to digital art). I am so excited to start tangling. and I think that a "book of patterns" wouldnt have been nearly as engaging or creativity-sparking as this book has been for me. This book not only contains helpful hints and ideas. it gives you the tools to make Zentangle whatever you want it to bemdash;an art project. a stress reducer. a journaling activity. or just something fun to try!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Gem to have on your Kindle or iPad with the Kindle App.By Julie W. SnyderI have recently become a student of Zentangle and love it for the beauty of the designs and the relaxation that happens when you allow yourself to become immersed in it. This lovely little book presents the history. focus and shows you how to develop a design step by step. Its a wonderful book to have on your Kindle or iPad because you can refer to it if you are on a plane. or waiting in a Drs. office and have the time to doodle or do some serious Zentangle on a rock or card for someone special.I found this little gem to be inspiring and energizing. I encourage students to download this book and Enjoy!
