Novel Allen
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You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. (Maya Angelou). Genuine accomplishment is not about financial gain, but about dedicating oneself to activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
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The Impasto painting technique
I recently learned of the Impasto painting technique in art. The word impasto is Italian in origin; in which it means "dough" or "mixture"; and impastare, "to knead", or "to paste". Italian usage of impasto includes both a painting and a potting technique. The root noun of impasto is pasta, meaning "paste".
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Art
The Cunning of lovely Sultana Scheherazade
The colorful tales called the Arabian Nights, known also as The Thousand and One Nights, have come down through the centuries. Nobody knows who told them first or where, though they existed as early as the 10th century. Of Middle East origin, the tales have given to the world such interesting heroes or rogues as Sinbad the Sailor, Ali Baba and the story of the 40 thieves, and Aladdin and his magic lamp.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Writers
The argument for how the world began and where is it heading. Can mankind really solve the mystery of the universe?
A profound quote attributed to Galileo Galilei, says; “You cannot teach a man anything; you can only help him find it within himself”. This emphasizes the idea that true understanding comes from self-discovery rather than being taught by someone else. It’s a principle that resonates with the Socratic method of teaching, which is based on guiding someone to their own realizations rather than simply providing them with facts.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Geeks
Chloe Gilholy wrote a beautiful Renga before Hannah's asked us to Renga. We need more Rengas.
While perusing Hannah's exciting trip to Japan and all of the regaling tales of her bitter-sweet journey...which then made me want to visit the beautiful Japanese country, I learned about Renga-ing.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Chapters
Talented Black creators spotlight: Catherine Nyomenda (Chap 3).. Top Story - May 2024.
Catherine reminds me of an enigma wrapped within a riddle. When she writes, she skips between the poetic and the dramatic. Her highlights of the African lifestyles of herself, of authors whom she admires, and the many nuances of love keeps you wondering and pondering the passage of life.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Chapters
An African history of Africa and finding out that the richest man in the world was of African descent.
Throughout history, we have learned of the riches of ancestors and how their cunning could either lead to the enduring success of their race, or how their greed could lead to a society's downfall.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in BookClub
Outstanding Black Creators on Vocal. D. Alexandra Porter's snapshot of 'BeggleDert'. The music and much awaited book by our talented creator. (Chap 2)
What can I say about the fabulous Alexandra. She blew into my consciousness like a warm and endearing burst of August sunshine. Her quiet smile belied her enthusiasm and kindness, sprinkling beautiful words of encouragement and causing ugly sniffling hollering when I read her comments.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Chapters
