Zimbabwe writer and critic Mhlanga gets international award Nov 28, 2008
The prize was created to honour artists who defend their freedom of expression at great personal sacrifice. Mhlanga was one of several people and groups honoured at the London ceremony. (BBC News -- Africa)
Brookline High exhibit explores the work behind the art Nov 27, 2008
The same is true of visual expression. This exhibition features completed pieces along with the process work that went into their creation. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Randy Scandinavia? Calm down, boys, you're misinformed Nov 27, 2008
It tracks the roots of sexual liberation in Scandinavia to longstanding state-sponsored social movements, like women's rights, sex education, health care and freedom of expression. Naturally, when the cold war arrived, the United States began casting an increasingly wary eye on this calm, liberal, peace-loving region of saunas, socialism and smorgasbord, neighboring the Soviet Union. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
The Flowers Heritage Foundation Hosts Third Annual Dont Turn Your Back on AIDS Student Art Competition Awards and Auction Promoting AIDS Awareness in Bay Area High Schools Nov 27, 2008
Participants are given orientations by AIDS outreach educators, and are challenged to interpret their views of the disease through artistic expression. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Husain film screening drop under pressure Nov 26, 2008
Alleging that the move to drop the documentary was against the freedom of expression, Barua said that he had seen the film six times and had found nothing objectionable in it. "An artist should not suffer because of politics," Dadasaheb Phalke award winning filmmaker Adoor Gopalkrishnan said, adding that the film should be shown by all means. (India Times)
NPR Sends Wiccan Priestess to Public Prayer Booth Nov 26, 2008
"There are serious efforts under way right now to erase religious expression from the public square," said Father Jonathan Morris, a Catholic priest and FOX News contributor. "I don't understand why these groups would be so fascinated with taking this religious expression away." ... "Any respectful artistic expression that gets us thinking about spiritual realities, respectful artistic expression is good," said Morris. (Fox News)
Holiday Toy Shopping Never Easier With Award-Winning Toys List Nov 25, 2008
Up-and-coming musicians and pint-sized animal lovers alike will eagerly pounce on the impressive black-spotted orange Leopard Conga Drum, whose friendly expression invites little ones to remove its functional Tambourine Lid to discover the African animals within. 18 months. (PR Newswire)
Prince denies anti-gay-rights remarks; NEW YORKER stands by story... Nov 25, 2008
Prince denies anti-gay-rights remarks; New Yorker stands by story. The singer was asked about religion, politics, abortion and in a profile in. (The Drudge Report)
Quantim art: More art genius from Northern Iowa Nov 24, 2008
The artist must refuse to produce the physical expression of the mental exercise. Lotta Sales, after graduating from UNI, gravitated to New York and found some success producing Refusalist art. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Daniel Barenboim: Music as a path to peace Nov 24, 2008
Barenboim scanned the room as if to locate the sound he wanted, mouth slightly ajar, expression rapt and intense. Finally he nodded, content with the passage. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Love And War Nov 23, 2008
A: There's an expression in show business: Always say you can ride. But, you know, actors lie about it all the time. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
* Theres no rushing this Russian Nov 23, 2008
Ten artists, animators and designers were recruited to complete My Love, about 20 percent of which was painted over video scenes in a process similar to rotoscope in order to reach a higher level of accuracy in terms of character movements and facial expressions ... As a lone artist or a team leader, Petrov has found and mastered an artistic expression he said is natural and integral, whereby in a painting (i. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Oh, What A Feeling! Regaining Ability To Interpret Emotions After Severe Brain Injury Nov 23, 2008
22, 2008) People who have lost the ability to interpret emotion after a severe brain injury can regain this vital social skill by being re-educated to read body language, facial expressions and voice tone in others, according to a new study ... "Their inability to interpret emotional expression causes significant frustration because it impairs their social competence." ... They may have difficulty interpreting an emotion such as sarcasm, for example, in which a positive verbal message is paired... (Science Daily)
Eyes on the prize Nov 22, 2008
The middle nun looks at the camera, but with an expression of calm equilibrium, while the nun on the right has caught some of the mood of the congregation: Her tilted head suggests dreamy, divinely inspired detachment. The photograph is the result of what looks like astonishing serendipity, but Matar obviously had to put herself in an awkward position before serendipity could strike. (Boston Globe)
Miffed at BSO, famed maestro backs out Nov 22, 2008
It was a period during which classical music carried enormous prestige and importance, both symbolically for the regime, as a way of projecting an image of Soviet excellence to the world, and in the daily lives of everyday citizens, who found in concerts a rare outlet for authentic public expression. Of course, the cultural landscape has significantly changed in Russia as well since the fall of the Soviet Union, and when disappointed, Rozhdestvensky has made his opinion known at home as well. (Boston Globe)
Jewish twist to rock and rollers (220) Nov 22, 2008
Fellow Jews Macoska and Leiken will share their love of rock and roll as an art form and a medium for Jewish expression at a book signing at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage on Fri. Nov. 28. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Book celebrates grandmothers Nov 21, 2008
Your selection could take the form of personal expression, for example, a poem, memoirs, holiday experiences, a sketch of someone important, anything you consider to be appropriate. There is no charge to submit a writing. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Will Obama change hip-hop's course? Nov 21, 2008
And why would anyone who values creative expression want it any other way. Art that tries to conform to a vision of what it is or what it should say instantly dies. (Juneau Empire)
Cartooning and World Peace Nov 21, 2008
They may provide a chuckle, but how important are "political" cartoons, and the artists' freedom of expression on social subjects. French cartoonist Jean Plantureux (professional name "Plantu") describes the cartoons and drawings that appear in the world's media as "a means of instant expression and direct communication" that allows public messages of tolerance and peace to spread across different cultures. (Suite101.com)
Artist crosses international divides Nov 21, 2008
Segall-Marx also hopes to further showcase a documentary film, shown at the gallery during her reception, that was created by Iraqi artists Segall-Marx met through the creation of her "Singing Bowl" project, and whom she helped to gain their own mode of expression. Marx said that both the film and her works have strengthened her belief that cultural and enemy divides may be overcome by simply learning about "the other.". (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)
Letters to the Editor (Nov. 19) Nov 21, 2008
Jules wrote on Nov 19, 2008 4:53 PM:" JDR, you asked someone else, but I'll answer you anyway. You can "co-mingle" simply by not having the government establish a religion. Simple. President Bush has stated his theological opinions. He bases his actions on his principles. (And I am just all atwitter waiting for the liberal attacks this will cause. They fear principles. They respond with hate.) And yet, there is no established state religion, and no limitation on your right to practice what you... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Too much vodka for Mark Rodseth Nov 21, 2008
I now have a growing non-verbal repertoire of facial expressions, gesturers and even some humorous anecdotes. You would be surprised how much one can convey about London life with physical expression, such as the classic chasing after bus only to have its doors slammed in your face and having a cigarette outside, pressed up against the wall, whilst the horizontal rain slams into your face. (iAfrica.com)
Baume & Mercier Presents Gerard Rancinan - Caroline Gaudriault Through "The Photographer" Exhibit-Installation on the Palais de Tokyo Mezzanine in Paris an Exceptional Evening With Reza, James Nachtwey, David Burnett, Elliott Erwitt,... Nov 21, 2008
A few years ago, as Baume & Mercier was looking for a true area of expression, photography naturally suggested itself by virtue of its identical heritage based on strong values of proximity, timelessness, memory, technology, quality, expertise, universality and accessibility. After all, does not photography also measure passing time, by stopping it. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How To Read the Quran Nov 21, 2008
The mere act of writing out the words of the Quranthe art of Islamic calligraphyhas been elevated into the supreme artistic expression in the Muslim world. Share this article on Digg. (Slate)
Multimedia installation constructs a metaphor of modern life Nov 21, 2008
They are a form of expression that 'cuts across somewhere between. . (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Selected recent California newspaper editorials Nov 20, 2008
Stifling others' rights of expression is destructive to the cause of a minority ... But the selective boycotts of small donors clearly is meant to send a message of intimidation and suppress the First Amendment right of expression. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Poetry slams its way onto Boston's scene Nov 20, 2008
Some may view poetry as an older form of expression that is only studied in the classroom, but some Boston poets, backed by venues like the Cantab Lounge and the Lizard Lounge, are modernizing the art form and even making it competitive. The Cantab Lounge, located at 738 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge's Central Square, hosts a poetry night every Wednesday from 8 p.m. to midnight, although Simone Beaubien, the evening's host, said the night has been known to stretch longer. (Northeastern News, MA)
NCSU student apologizes for racist graffiti Nov 20, 2008
Advertisements Mandy Locke and Leah Friedman, Staff Writers RALEIGH - One of four N.C. State University students who had admitted to painting racially charged graffiti in the University's Free Expression Tunnel issued an apology Wednesday. The apology came hours before the N.C. State student senate, meeting in a special session Wednesday evening, voted to issue a resolution condemning the racist graffiti that was spray-painted a day after the presidential election. (News & Observer)
Zimbabwe: U.S. Embassy Beefs Up Security At Great Zimbabwe Nov 19, 2008
"Heritage preservation projects allow us to work closely with Zimbabwean organisations, and to affirm our respect for Zimbabwe's cultures as we jointly identify sites, objects and forms of traditional expression in critical need of preservation," says James McGee, US Ambassador to Zimbabwe ... The Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation assists individuals and organisations preserve museum collections, ancient and historic sites, and traditional forms of expression, helping to reinforce... (allAfrica.com)
Performance art unleashes gamut of emotions in audience Nov 19, 2008
Within this expression of the indigenous and immigrant, angry and loved, artifact and terrorist, layers of complicity, story, inquiry and social criticism deepened and bloomed. Where Gomez-Pena drove the tension, Luna allowed the release. (Anchorage Daily News)
Seoul: Up close and personal Nov 19, 2008
And as shown in the museum, the children prepare a special table laden with colorful fruits and delicacies, often decorated with letters symbolizing longevity, as an expression of their affection and gratitude. Past customs and traditions are also preserved at another tourist site, the Korean Folk Village. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
A Lost Masterpiece, Now Found in Tokyo's Metro Nov 19, 2008
Taro Okamoto's "Myth of Tomorrow mural at Tokyo's Shibuya Station (c) Taro Okamoto Memorial Foundation Trying to stop amidst the stream of commuters at Tokyo's Shibuya station through which 2.3 million people pass every day can be a risk. Even stepping out of the flow to grab a paper at one of the station's many convenience stores can be a struggle. But as of Monday, there's a new reason for Tokyoites to take a detour from their well-worn paths: revered Japanese contemporary artist Taro... (Time.com)
Test Center review: Silverlight, for real this time Nov 18, 2008
Development and design I tried Silverlight 2 development using Visual Studio 2008 SP1 and Expression Blend 2 SP1 ... Expression Blend provides a graphical design surface for XAML pages, but it doesn't offer much in the way of programming support ... In an ideal world, I might wish for a unified tool that serves the needs of programmers and designers alike, but Visual Studio and Expression Blend integrate well enough, and they are probably better suited for their target audiences than a unified... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Dishwasher in Chief Nov 18, 2008
His forms of expression are going to get clipped. He is likely to lose his BlackBerry, and if he still keeps a journal to work out his thoughts, his lawyers will probably tell him to stop writing in that, too. (Slate)
Quilter shows off her creativity at Schweinfurth Nov 17, 2008
Conte-Gaugel definitely believes in individual expression. I think that people have to not follow the rules, do whatever you want, she said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Books: Book review: 'A Great Idea at the Time' Nov 17, 2008
The cards registered the expression of those ideas - Adler arrived at the figure of 102 - in the Great Books of the Western World. Hutchins and Adler's Great Books were a mixture of books you wouldn't dream of reading; books you think you ought to read but know you never will; and many books that, if you haven't read them already, you would admire and possibly enjoy. (International Herald Tribune)
Huggles for meh as the jargonauts have their day Nov 17, 2008
The expression of indifference or boredom has gained a place in the Collins English Dictionary after a surprising amount of enthusiasm among lexicographers ... The dictionary defines meh as an expression of indifference or boredom, or an adjective meaning mediocre or boring. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Art.view: Skating to nirvana Nov 16, 2008
The human figures on the pavements are small and rarely give expression to extreme emotions. They call their dogs, tie their shoelaces, shush their teething babies and look for reassurance to the striking of the town clock. (The Economist)
In vast LeWitt show, absurdity and beauty Nov 16, 2008
From the process of making art, he removed the traits to which many people attach the most value - instinct, skill, personal expression - without forfeiting popular appeal. He even dared to take up one of the 20th century's most pernicious ideas - "irrational thoughts should be followed absolutely and logically," he said, echoing the thinking of many a crazed dictator - and converted it to purposes at once sunny and civic-minded. (Boston Globe)
Africa: Building a Stronger Women's Movement Nov 16, 2008
The conference theme, "The Power of Movements," is an expression of AWID's mission to advance women's rights worldwide by strengthening the impact and influence of women's organisations. During the opening session on Nov. 14, a panel of four women set the scene for discussion and debate. (allAfrica.com)
Exhibit explores four decades of frje Echeverria's work beside students Nov 16, 2008
In his opinion, art is not merely expression, but pure investigation. They are "the making of things that weren't in your mind when you started. You start with expectations but what happens may be totally different and that's wonderful," said Echeverria. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Executive Style Nov 16, 2008
It's only when we get to the door and I turn to say goodbye that I see he has put on his sunglasses specifically for the walk past all the gawking customers and assumed the stern "I'm a celebrity, don't look at me but actually please do" expression familiar from photos of him on the red carpet. When one is selling a perfect image of oneself, there is no time off. (The Age, Australia)
Sony Online Entertainment Issues Industry-Wide Call to Action to Expand G.I.R.L. Scholarship Program Nov 14, 2008
In 2002 the Academy created the D.I.C.E. (Design, Innovate, Communicate, Entertain) Summit, a once yearly conference dedicated to exploring approaches to the creative process and artistic expression as they uniquely apply to the development of interactive entertainment. The Academy also oversees Into The Pixel, a juried exhibition of art from games, and this year started the Randy Pausch Scholarship fund for students in the games industry. (PR Newswire)
Fear of A Gay Planet Violet Blue knows exactly why Prop. 8 passed, and it... Nov 14, 2008
Yeah, they want you to believe that homo coupling is a sin against God, but even hedonistic heathen agnostics like me know that God is supposed to be about love, and that whole turning love (and its beautiful physical expression, sex) into "a sin" line is bulls. It was those ads that said that if gays can marry, then the whole wide world would explode and people would marry sheep, and priests would marry altar boys and then, polygamists could get legally married. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
How to Make an Art Jar Nov 14, 2008
Letting the child create anything they can imagine using a collection of pre-selected materials can teach self expression and promote creativity. Here are some examples of art jars for impromptu activities. (Suite101.com)
Turkey's Detente With Kurds Wavers Nov 14, 2008
Successive Turkish governments for generations have stamped down any expression of ethnic pride as a way to prevent the spread of separatist aspirations. A crucial turning point came in 1999, with the capture of Abdullah Ocalan, the top commander of PKK separatists. (Yahoo News -- Kurdish Issues)
Theater director resigns amid gay-rights ire Nov 14, 2008
Supporters of the marriage ban said that critics of Eckern were attacking freedom of expression, and they chastised the theater's board for subjecting Eckern to a political litmus test. "No matter your opinion on Prop. 8, we should all agree that it is wrong to intimidate or harass anyone for exercising their constitutional rights," said a letter to the theater's board president on Tuesday by Frank Schubert, campaign manager for Protect Marriage, the leading group behind the ballot measure. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Grammy Award-Winning Music Producer and Author John Carter Cash Writes First Children's Book for Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Nov 14, 2008
Illustrated in Americana art style by Marc Burckhardt, the picture book is an expression of love between a mother and her son, which comes to life in vibrant simplicity. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Hidden Palace Restored in Forbidden City Nov 14, 2008
"It's really very much an expression of one man's vision, and [he was] partly the most powerful and richest man of his time," Ng said. Qianlong loved fine things. (ABC News)
Artwalk! looks to help feed areas families Nov 13, 2008
Come to the reception to meet and greet these special artists and enjoy this unusual expression of art. East Wing Art Wall. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Letters: Nov. 13 Nov 13, 2008
But to enforce a new level of bureaucratic censorship is antithetical to the values of this town, as well as the spirit of artistic freedom of expression. I imagine most residents were horrified when it was alleged that Sarah Palin, as mayor, had considered banning books in the town library. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Child protection rules too restrictive Nov 13, 2008
"We believe that these draft protocols strike a good balance between upholding the right to freedom of artistic expression and the rights of children to protection from harm," she said. The Arts Law Centre of Australia has questioned the need for protocols. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Nigeria: Makeba - A Legend for All Seasons Nov 12, 2008
Other popular and commercially successful songs include Welela, Malaika and several memorable tunes that were just the perfect anthems for a black world in the turbulent '60s seeking for a voice capable of giving meaning to the expression, black is beautiful. Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
How to Make Thanksgiving Keepsake P... Nov 12, 2008
Write or print expressions of gratitude onto small banners, talk bubbles, clouds, pumpkins or other cutouts. Glue one prominent expression of gratitude onto each placemat, or make a collage of expressions for each guest ... Guests will love receiving these expressions of gratitude as gifts to take home after the gathering. (Suite101.com)
Getting the holy word out Nov 12, 2008
The Southern Baptist Convention released a statement saying it is committed to "respecting the rights of others to have free expression of their faith." The United Methodist Church regards sharing sacred texts as "a time-tested way (to) learn more about each other," spokesman Stephen Drachler says. Roman Catholics have been encouraging knowledge of other religious traditions since the Second Vatican Council in the early 1960s, says the Rev. Francis Tiso, adviser to the U.S. Conference of... (Yahoo News -- Arab and Muslim Americans)
Sundance Channel and Luxury Automaker Infiniti Showcase Musical Inspiration in 'Spectacle: Elvis Costello with...' Premiering December 3 Nov 12, 2008
encouraging artistic freedom of expression. Sundance Channel's website. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
T-Shirt Monster Launches Online Design Innovation in Canada - Design on Demand T-Shirts Nov 11, 2008
"With our site, you can print one of a kind designs just for yourself or you can make your designs available for sale to others. Design on demand innovation gives you the opportunity to customize a look or an expression without having to produce large quantities - a condition for most printing houses." Visitors can create one-of-a-kind T-Shirts whether or not they find something they are looking for while they shop. The Design Lab allows users to upload their own photographs and original... (Canada Newswire)
Little Miss Sunshine Nov 11, 2008
Smiling at your suitably shocked expression, she exclaims delightedly: I know, you almost threw up there, didnt you. You almost threw up a little bit in your mouth. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Behind the scenes Nov 11, 2008
Only Obama knows what was on his mind, but you have to wonder if the reality of it all -- the history he was making -- is evident in the shadows of his intense expression. And if you've ever wondered about Obama's basketball skills, you can scrutinize earlier entries on the Flickr photostream. (Yahoo News)
Bush handing over power to Obama with grace Nov 11, 2008
Instead, it was a big, showy expression of support for Obama, with Bush's Cabinet standing behind him. "The peaceful transfer of power is one of the hallmarks of a true democracy," Bush said. (Yahoo News)
COMMENTARY: Getting myself into a jam Nov 10, 2008
Reading my facial expression, Mary adds, You won t give botulism to anyone, but if you re worried, just refrigerate the jars. After each jar is filled, I use the wet cheesecloth to wipe around the edge and then screw on the lid. (Hingham Journal, MA)
* PLANET POP Nov 10, 2008
The display of heavily politicized art by finalists competing for the Kandinsky Prize is considered a knock against Western critics who say freedom of expression has been curtailed by the Kremlin, though Russias deputy minister for culture, Pavel Khoroshilov, sits on the prizes council of trustees. The BBC broadcast an apology Saturday for lewd phone messages left by two radio presenters on an actors voicemail. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Is a new name for country in order? (40) Nov 9, 2008
CD wrote on Nov 8, 2008 8:08 AM:" The old expression "judge me by the friends I keep" is still holding true for Obama. If you saw his economic advisors, they were all very left of center and that can only mean that we are not far from USSA. It didn't work for Russia, why the heck do we think we can make it work here? ". Michele wrote on Nov 8, 2008 8:03 AM:" oh come on -- give it a rest the man was elected & its over. its time to move on & give him a chance to do the job he was elected to do. ". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
An artist in exile tests India's democratic ideals Nov 9, 2008
Freedom of expression has frequently, and by some accounts, increasingly, come under fire in India, as the country tries to balance the dictates of its secular democracy with the easily inflamed religious and ethnic passions of its multitudes ... Tamara Abdul Hadi for The New York Times A controversial artist's case illustrates how freedom of expression has frequently come under fire in India. (International Herald Tribune)
Young people learn to turn experiences into works of art Nov 8, 2008
The piece was in response to an exercise to create something about "What I See" and "What I Feel."What she saw was someone with things such as a lip ring, pimples and "sorrow eyes." The emotions displayed, it is pointed out, were anger and depression, but she ended the string of words with this one: "Hope."Those types of revelations, M-Opett says, is why the artists work this space: "For these kids to get here [the point of expression], that is the main point.". The reporter can be reached at... (Fresno Bee)
