{"product_id":"redeeming-vision-a-christian-guide-to-looking-at-and-learning-from-art-9781540965974","title":"Redeeming Vision - A Christian Guide to Looking at and Learning from Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe images we view shape our ideas of race, gender, and class, and this practical guide helps us understand how they make meaning as aesthetic and cultural objects. It includes twenty-three images that range from classical European paintings to political propaganda, and teaches us how to learn from art rather than critique it and respond to them in Christian ways. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 272 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21 March 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Baker Publishing Group\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe impact of visual media on our perception and understanding of the world is profound, shaping our beliefs, values, and attitudes. From classical art to advertisements, news photos to social media, the images we encounter influence our ideas about race, gender, and class. They shape our relationships with God and our fellow humans. This practical guide aims to help us examine and comprehend the complex meanings behind a wide range of images, both as aesthetic and cultural objects. Elissa Yukiko Weichbrodt, a professor of art history, guides us in learning from art rather than critiquing it and responding to images in Christian ways, allowing them to positively transform us and our love for others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book features twenty-three images, most in full color, representing a diverse range of artistic styles and cultural contexts. From classical European paintings to Central African sculpture, Chinese ink painting to political propaganda, and stark anthropological photographs to unconventional installations, these images offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of visual expression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy exploring the visual language of images, we can gain a deeper understanding of the world around us and the role that art plays in shaping our lives. This guide provides valuable insights and practical strategies for engaging with images in a Christian context, helping us to appreciate their beauty and significance while also being mindful of their potential impact. Whether you are an art enthusiast, a student, or simply someone interested in exploring the power of visual media, this book will be a valuable resource for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 506g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 253 x 233 x 15 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781540965974\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elissa Yukiko Weichbrodt","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44201313566970,"sku":"9781540965974","price":17.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1682679485858_book.jpg?v=1682792510","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/redeeming-vision-a-christian-guide-to-looking-at-and-learning-from-art-9781540965974","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}