In these essays; dancers and scholars from around the world carefully consider the transformation of an improvised folk form from North Africa and the Middle East into a popular global dance practice. They explore the differences between the solo improvisational forms of North Africa and the Middle East; often referred to as raqs sharki; which are part of family celebrations; and the numerous globalized versions of this dance form; belly dance; derived from the movement vocabulary of North Africa and the Middle East but with a variety of performance styles distinct from its site of origin. Local versions of belly dance have grown and changed along with the role that dance plays in the community. The global evolution of belly dance is an inspiring example of the interplay of imagination; the internet and the social forces of local communities. All royalties are being donated to Women for Women International; an organization dedicated to supporting women survivors of war through economic; health; and social education programs. The contributors are proud to provide continuing sponsorship to such a worthwhile and necessary cause.
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55 of 55 people found the following review helpful. A creative book of map-inspired art projectsBy Parka[[VIDEOID:mo4TAWSCO57EAX]]Map Art Lab is a fun art activity book for those interested in art and cartography.The 52 projects included involve mixed media; and uses all the different elements of the map to create art. Youll get to draw sea monsters like olden day maps; create all sorts of interesting looking roads; make a pop-up map; a tea-stained treasure map; satellite map of your house and many more.In many cases; youre not making an actually usable map; but a piece of art thats inspired by maps.Some of the projects would require you to collect glass tiles or stones to make a mosaic map; or have a camera or sketchbook in hand and look out for map-like creations from nature; many projects involve drawings; some collages; and other interesting ways to create art.Theres a good variety of art inspired projects.Its a very hands-on book; recommended to art and craft lovers.(See more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my profile for the link.)16 of 17 people found the following review helpful. Yes!By Karyl G. HowardThis book is just what I thought it would be! Lots of great ideas; directions; examples and suggestions! If you like to make your own maps; especially as a form of journaling; you really; really might want this book!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Common Core for the Visual Arts!!!By ShawnaIf you are looking for lessons for your art class to incorporate Common Core this book is great. I have been teaching middle school art for the past 18 years. This book is chalk full of lessons dealing any and all kind of information on "mapping lessons". I believe if you are an experienced teacher it would be easy to "tweak" the lessons for different grade levels. I am in California and we do not have any set standards for Common Core in the Arts. I believe this book is a great way to incorporate cross curricular lessons from English; Math and History into your art program.