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Marina Warner looks at the stories, symbols and associations within art. A thoughtful companion when you want to explore how images carry layers of meaning.
Readers exploring creative practice, with an interest in images, ideas and artistic practice.
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Publisher edition ISBN: 9780500021460
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A practical pocket companion for the messy business of being an artist: approaching galleries, building a professional practice and finding a route that feels like your own.
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