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Esteem for Vincent van Gogh through Don McLean

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Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh bequeathed to us his numerous paintings through which we still give esteem toward him and his art. We found an impressive video which combines, in a very understanding way, the song Starry starry night with van … Continue reading →

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Esteem for Argentine singer Mercedes Sosa

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Mercedes Sosa died last Sunday in Buenos Aires in the age of 74.  With her incomparable dark voice she made the Latin American folk songs more popular than any other artist. Adorned in flowing black robes she got the nickname “Negrita”.  Since the late … Continue reading →

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Esteem for art

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Reading the philosopher Kalil Gibran’s quotation “Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed” makes us aware that we need to give esteem toward art as well as toward artists. Daily life … Continue reading →

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Esteem for Michelangelo

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The Vatican’s chief restorer of Michelangelo’s frescoes may have discovered a self-portrait of Michelangelo.  The face of a man in Michelangelo’s fresco “The Crucifixion of St. Peter” could be Michelangelo’s.  If  true, it would be the only distinct self-portrait of … Continue reading →

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Esteem for German choreographer Pina Bausch

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Last Tuesday world-famous German choreographer Pina Bausch died of cancer at the age of 68. Pina Bausch was a legendary as well as media-shy artist.  She opened the way for a new form of body expression through dancing and speaking.  Her avant-garde … Continue reading →

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A story about esteem

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When we speak about esteem it’s sometimes difficult to find the right words to express the core meaning of esteem.  Sometimes it’s easier to speak about esteem by telling a story. We found a video which describes the importance of esteem … Continue reading →

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Esteem for opera singers

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For music lovers, enjoying classical music in the form of operas is a special occasion.  We can all derive pleasure from listening to opera singers. We don’t see the years of hard work behind their talent; the intense singing exercises, how much care they … Continue reading →

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Esteem for photographers

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Certain photographs can make a strong impression on the viewer.  They’re a picture out of life, catching a single moment and highlighting a singular atmosphere. Photographers have a unique talent for capturing feelings and mood in their photographs. This Audio Slide Show presents impressions of … Continue reading →

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Esteem for peace-ensuring art

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The art camp “Art for Peace and Harmony“, the first of its kind in India, encourages artists to discover how they can respond to the events in their world. Artists are not immune to the world’s situation, just like the rest of … Continue reading →

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Artspace Outreach Program

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In 2001 the Artspace Outreach Program was created with the goal of giving under-priviledged children and adults a voice through art. It’s a non-profit visual art center in Raleigh, North Carolina with exhibitions and educational programs guided by professional artists.   … Continue reading →

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