African Beaded Art
Author: John Pemberton
Publisher:
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 230
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Catalog of an exhibition held at Smith College Museum of Art, Feb. 1-Jun. 15, 2008.
Author: John Pemberton
Publisher:
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 230
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Catalog of an exhibition held at Smith College Museum of Art, Feb. 1-Jun. 15, 2008.
Author: Michael Oehrl
Publisher:
Published: 2016
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9783950350579
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Elizabeth Bigham
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 72
ISBN-13: 0684867842
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This uniquely designed book and kit with a detachable plexiglass spine contains nearly 2,000 colorful beads and instructions to make a variety of jewelry items while learning about African culture. 100 illustrations.
Author: Jean Morris
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 94
ISBN-13: 9780500277577
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The beadwork designs of the Zulu-speaking people of southern Africa have evolved from a craft tradition that developed over many generations. Carefully researched and filled with exciting photographs, 'Speaking with Beads' presents jewelry, ornamental headdresses, capes, aprons, beaded panels and other decorative forms.
Author: Michael Stevenson
Publisher:
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Presenting the glories and sophisticated artistry of African beadwork, this study focuses on the beadwork of Zulu communities.
Author: Jamie Chalmers
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Published: 2017-08-01
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 1782214240
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →If you think you know what cross stitch is, look again! Jamie Chalmers, aka Mr X Stitch, shows you how to cross stitch using simple step-by-step instructions and also takes you to the frontiers of cross stitch design. The book is aimed at stitchers of all abilities, from absolute beginners looking to learn a new craft to embroiderers and cross stitchers who want to do something different in cross stitching. For many, cross stitch conjures up images of cute kittens and country cottages, but this book shows people that theres a different side to cross stitching that its an art in its own right, and will encourage them to be a little braver with their art. Jamies writing style is fun, entertaining and highly inspirational. The book aims to appeal to men as well as women, encouraging one and all to take up the ancient craft. It teaches the basics of cross stitching, including information on materials, tools, techniques and colour blending, but also puts Jamies own individual spin on it, with urban flavours and the introduction of different materials such as glow-in-the-dark threads and stitching on metal. As well as providing exciting designs to stitch, there is guidance on how to create cross stitch designs of your own, for example by using photographs and other images for reference. Jamie also showcases the work of other contemporary cross stitchers who are pushing the boundaries of their craft, and introduces more than 20 stunning cutting-edge projects to make, showing that beauty, innovation and 'craftivism' are alive and kicking in this inspirational book.
Author: Dion Viljoen
Publisher:
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 148
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Reviving an ancient beading tradition in Southern Africa, this resource showcases the funky, innovative, and visually stunning bead art created by the woman of MonkeyBiz, a uniquely successful grassroots project that gives employment to poor women and provides them with skills training and HIV/AIDS support. The project employs 450 disadvantaged women from around Cape Town, and serves as a model for nongovernmental organizations and individuals who wish to harness creativity to create employment and empowerment.
Author: Henry John Drewal
Publisher: Abrams
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 264
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Yoruba people of Nigeria and Benin, over 15 million strong, are heirs to one of the oldest and greatest artistic traditions in West Africa. This text offers a look at Yoruba civilization. Over 200 photographs illustrate rarely seen objects from museums and private collections.
Author: Marie-Louise Labelle
Publisher: University of Ottawa Press
Published: 2005-01-01
Total Pages: 199
ISBN-13: 1772823724
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Beads of Life is a fascinating exploration of traditional beadwork from eastern and southern Africa, as well as the socio-religious principles upon which many aesthetic choices were based. The author concludes with an examination of contemporary beadwork as seen, in particular, through the eyes of Canadians from these regions.
Author: Marsha C. Bol
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Published: 2018-06-05
Total Pages: 1159
ISBN-13: 1423631803
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A former professor and museum director offers a fascinating, in-depth look at the culture and history of beaded objects around the world. From a beaded dress found in an ancient Egyptian tomb to the beaded fringe on a 1920s Parisian flapper’s hem, humans throughout history have used beading as a way to express, adorn, and tell a story. Bol explores beadwork across the world and through the ages, showing how beading has taken on many different styles, forms, and purposes for different cultures. She looks at children’s clothing, puberty ceremonies, burials, emblems of social status and leadership, festivals, and many other cultural occasions that involve the use of beadwork. Images of artifacts and heirlooms as well as photography of people and their beadwork enhance the scholarship of this book for a beautiful, enlightening addition to art, history, multicultural collections everywhere.