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Subject matter analysis Art History Skills: Subject Matter Analysis
Art Appreciation 101 · Art History · Asian Art

Art History Skills: Subject Matter Analysis

April 27, 2023August 21, 2023 Alexandra Kiely (A Scholarly Skater)Leave a comment

In this video, a deleted scene from an early version of Art Appreciation for Beginners, I demonstrate one facet of art historical analysis by discussing the imagery on a Tibetan Buddhist crown.

Active Looking: #1 Art Appreciation Skill Active Looking: the Most Important Skill for Every Art Lover
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Active Looking: the Most Important Skill for Every Art Lover

February 9, 2023August 21, 2023 Alexandra Kiely (A Scholarly Skater)Leave a comment

In my opinion, active looking is the most important skill any art lover can possibly cultivate. Find out why it's important and how to practice it in my new video.

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