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Harvey: A Case History, April Mccleary Aug 1979

Harvey: A Case History, April Mccleary

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Art Therapy With Adolescents: Identity Crisis And Creative Expression, Kathleen Monahan Chaney May 1979

Art Therapy With Adolescents: Identity Crisis And Creative Expression, Kathleen Monahan Chaney

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Threads, Irmtraud Reswick May 1979

Threads, Irmtraud Reswick

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The thesis, Threads by Irmtraud Reswick, explores the intricate and culturally significant textile traditions of Tunisia, particularly those of the nomadic tribes and rural communities. These textiles serve as more than just functional items; they are rich expressions of history, identity, and artistry, deeply embedded in the lives of their creators. Using indigenous materials and traditional weaving techniques, Tunisian weavers have crafted textiles that not only provide shelter and protection but also act as records of human connection with nature, society, and spirituality.

The work details the various types of textiles, including rugs, blankets, and shawls, examining their motifs, colors, …


Creative Art Expression From A Leukemic Child, Peggy Cotton Jul 1978

Creative Art Expression From A Leukemic Child, Peggy Cotton

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A Curriculum Proposal For The Teaching Of Art For The 7th Grade, Peggy Keim Jul 1978

A Curriculum Proposal For The Teaching Of Art For The 7th Grade, Peggy Keim

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Art Experiences For Children, Yvonne Moran Jan 1978

Art Experiences For Children, Yvonne Moran

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This document, written by Yvonne Moran in 1978, serves as a guide to incorporating art experiences into children’s learning to foster creativity, self-expression, and personal development. The approach combines elements of art and dance therapy, highlighting how movement, color, and self-reflective activities can help children build confidence, communicate emotions, and explore their identities. Structured as a hands-on manual, it includes specific units like life-sized body drawings, color-mixing exercises, rhythm awareness, and shadow sketches. Each activity emphasizes experiential learning, allowing children to engage deeply with art and movement to understand themselves and their relationships with others.

The guide is particularly mindful …


Photography And Laminated Glass, Virginia Leverington Jan 1978

Photography And Laminated Glass, Virginia Leverington

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Culminating Project, David R. Johnston Aug 1977

Culminating Project, David R. Johnston

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Self-Portrait As A Measure Of Self Perception, Susan Lamantia O'Connor Jan 1977

Self-Portrait As A Measure Of Self Perception, Susan Lamantia O'Connor

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This thesis, "Self-Portrait as a Measure of Self-Perception" by Susan LaMantia O'Connor, explores how self-portraiture can serve as a therapeutic tool for understanding self-perception. Conducted with police officers as subjects, the study employs an art therapy exercise involving three self-portraits: one of the self, one with the primary family, and one with a significant individual. Each drawing provides insight into how participants perceive themselves, their relationships, and their emotions. The exercise allows for a departure from traditional verbal assessments, aiming to reveal deeper psychological insights through visual expression. Key elements analyzed include figure stance, line quality, motion, color, and detail, …