{"product_id":"the-art-spirit-paperback-1","title":"The Art Spirit - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRobert Henri\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMargery A. Ryerson\u003c\/b\u003e (Compiled by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI would give anything to have come by this book years ago. It is in my opinion comparable only to the notes of Leonardo and Sir Joshua . . . One of the finest voices which express the philosophy of modern men in painting. -- George Bellows\u003cbr\u003eA well-respected American artist, Robert Henri was also a gifted and influential teacher who attracted a large and devoted group of disciples. \u003ci\u003eThe Art Spirit, \u003c\/i\u003ecompiled by one of his former students, offers an unparalleled record of Henri's thoughts and theories. Essays, lectures, and notes not only embody the practical techniques of his approach to painting, but also articulate his belief that the joy and wisdom of the creative process are vital and accessible to everyone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art Spirit\u003c\/i\u003e presents the entire system of Henri's teaching, complete with technical advice and critical comments, and will appeal to readers who delight in all forms of the arts. This classic guide offers information and inspiration for students, teachers, and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRobert Henri (1865-1929) studied art in Philadelphia and Paris. He embraced Impressionism as a student and later, as a leader of the Ashcan School, rejected it in pursuit of a more truthful reality. He taught at the Philadelphia School of Design for Women and the Art Students League of New York, developing a reputation as a teacher who encouraged independent thought in his students. \u003ci\u003eThe Art Spirit, \u003c\/i\u003eoriginally published in 1923, is a collection of Henri's thoughts by former pupil Margery Ryerson.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 7.8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 13, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51756296962336,"sku":"9780486826738","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/78ef1cf08faba9c89ba078c8b6ccbf7a.webp?v=1780078256","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-art-spirit-paperback-1","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}