Artbooks is an imprint of Munhakdongne. We aims to inspire and promote the spirit of lifelong learning to enable our readers to become high achievers in life. Each book we present is an effort of our offering of distilled wisdom to the readers. And we do it in a way that is attractive and irresistible, using powerful text, effective pictures with capable people. No More Genius Sim Sangyong 2003 / 280p / 142X218 This book questions what genius is by penetrating the creative giants who achieved so much in their realms and are usually called genius; for example, Leonardo da Vinch, Rembrandt, Picasso, Joseph Beuys, Dali, Duchamp, Paek Nam Joon. No More Genius describes how they acquire their genius-like reputation. It criticizes that modern society plays a role of an incubator where the so-called genius are growing up and mass media will be their god-father. Artist and Muse Yoo Kyunghee 2003 / 272p / 154X194 Every artist needs a lively, appealing companion for the creation, the Muse. The help and comfort offered form the Muse benefit artists of all kinds who are struggling with creative block or personal problem. Gergia O'Keeffe, Ono Yoko, Frida Kahlo, Andy Warhol, Marcel Duchamp, Gustav Klimt make no exceptions. This book follows up their inspirational helper which has many different faces: erotic love or agape, homophile, invisible madness or solitude, heartbreak, and illness. Guide to Japanese Art : From 12th to 18th Century Ahn Hyejung 2003 / 263p / 152X195 This book offers the reader a wonderful explanation of Japanese art from the 12th to 18th century. It is based on the investigation of the role of Japanese art in the world and the relationship or difference among China, Korea, and Japan. It also contains a detailed general introduction to the Japanese life and history. In addition to a description of the historical and cultural settings of the paintings, the reader can have the pleasure of appreciating the colorful 180 paintings. Practical Guide to Art Therapy Joo Riae 2003 / 176p / 186X230 Quick-reference guide to techniques. This book introduces useful stories and examples from practice, and extensive considerations on working with a wide range of people. Its "NG collections" which gives directions for treatment and rehabilitation for unexpected situations based on the personal experiences as an art therapist. Through the conversations between the therapist and the therapy groups, you can have specific examples and real reminiscences. Discovery of New York Art Jung Yunah 2003 / 243p / 152X194 A personal report on the competitive field of New York Art. The author tells about the law of jungle veiled by gorgeousness of New York art scene. But she also emphasizes that New York Art has the powerful energy to protect and support the minority in spite of the encroaching commercialism and deep considerations for the Art itself regardless of unfair and irregular play. Full of interesting information and stories about gallery, art dealer, art star.