Arcadia Public Library

"Who gets to leave a legacy? 1985. Anita de Monte, a rising star in the art world, is found dead in New York City; her tragic death is the talk of the town. Until it isn't. By 1998 Anita's name has been all but forgotten--certainly by the time Raquel, a third-year art history student is preparing her final thesis. On College Hill, surrounded by progeny of film producers, C-Suite executives, and international art-dealers, most of whom float through...

Short loops of Brakhage's hand-scratched and painted films strips were re-photographed, illuminated and edited by Phil Solomon. Each running from 2-5 seconds, the loops were repeated in various configurations until appropriate sequences were built to invoke a seasonal cycle, beginning in “summer” and ending in “spring.” —Phil Solomon

Provides unparalleled access to the most innovative artists of our time, revealing how artists engage the culture around them and how art allows viewers to see the world in new ways.

A documentary centered on the mystery of one of the most valuable stolen paintings of the 20th century that was found hanging in an ordinary married couple's New Mexico home.

From Award-winning filmmaker David Henry Gerson and Academy Award winning producer Odessa Rae, is an inspiring, timely look at a young generation of Syrian artists who use their work to protest and process what is currently the world’s largest and longest ongoing displacement of people since World War II. Rapper Abu Hajar, together with other celebrated creative personalities of the Syrian uprising, a Post-Rock musician (Anas Maghrebi), members...

Beauty, creativity, genius: the Renaissance Florence of Lorenzo de Medici, known as the Magnificent, was a powerhouse of art and culture coexisting with a dark side.

"These six desert animals can be created with origami, including a critter that slithers over the ground and one that soars in the sky! The book features step-by-step instructions, accompanying illustrations, and manageable difficulty levels, helping readers build problem-solving skills and their imaginations. A real vulture or snake may be intimidating, but readers can develop their appreciation for and knowledge of wildlife by safely creating these...

"A lion, a tiger, a zebra -- oh my! Whether showcasing the king of the jungle or an antelope grazing nearby, this volume highlights a multitude of creatures for readers to choose from when making their origami creations. Vibrant illustrations are featured alongside clear instructions to help readers venture into the world of origami. In doing so, they can strengthen their ability to follow instructions and enjoy using their imaginations" --