{"title":"Walter Darby Bannard","description":"\u003cp\u003eWalter Darby Bannard’s works explore the rich intersections of creativity and artistic practice, offering profound reflections that resonate with both artists and art lovers alike. His writing is characterised by a nuanced understanding of visual art, making complex concepts accessible through clear and engaging prose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful essays and aphorisms that delve into the nature of artistic expression, creativity, and the cultural landscape. Bannard’s voice is both insightful and inspiring, inviting a deeper appreciation of the arts and the creative process.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aphorisms-for-artists-by-walter-darby-bannard-9781621538394","title":"Aphorisms for Artists","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Volume of Timeless Wisdom for Artists to Consult Like an Oracle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do young artists struggle to find their voices? Walter Darby Bannard, a renowned teacher, critic, and internationally exhibited painter, contemplated that question for more than two decades. At the urging of one of his former students, Bannard set down his thoughts in a short book, \u003cem\u003eAphorisms for Artists: 100 Ways Toward Better Art\u003c\/em\u003e. It is at once a volume of practical art-making wisdom and an engaging piece of personal philosophy, both wry and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpen to any page, and you'll find a memorable gem of wisdom, followed by a brief expansion by Bannard that adds more insight. It is a necessary reference to keep on hand in the studio, and a perfect gift for the aspiring artist to read and re-read, and to consult at times of artistic troubles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47470049329388,"sku":"9781621538394","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781621538394-aphorisms-for-artists.jpg?v=1775209671"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/walter-darby-bannard.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}