The Art of Soul
2002
Novalis, Saint Paul University,
Ottawa, Canada
The Art of Soul was
launched in Ottawa on September 18, 2002
and in Halifax on October 3, 2002.
Look for the book in Chapters on their 'body, mind and spirit' tables in stores across the country.
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The Art of Soul is a book that not only illustrates good writing and organization, but from a pedagogical perspective, the book is also a vehicle that exemplifies a good understanding of the creative learning process. Discover where art and soul merge through a journey involving ten art lessons in light, colour, perspective and balance; presented alongside are the spiritual themes that motivate and guide. |
| Reginald W. Bibby, University of Lethbridge sociologist, trend-tracker and author of numerous books including Restless Gods: The Renaissance of Religion in Canada |
Art, according to Regina Coupar, nurtures spiritual development by allowing us to awaken our God-connecting soul. In calling on people of all ages and all levels of artistic ability to explore spirituality through art, she offers a stimulating option to millions of Canadians who tell us they are having difficulty finding ways of pursuing their spirituality. This is a reflective and provocative book that needs to be widely read and discussed, so that many seriously explore the art-link to the gods.. |
| Miriam Therese Winter, author and professor, Hartford Seminary, Connecticut |
Like a finely woven tapestry, the separate stands of art, theology, spirituality and story come together in an inspirational and integrated perspective on life through the skillful touch of the artist/author. Regina Coupar goes deep and wide to give us a visual and verbal glimpse into both the art of soul and the soul of art, and we are the richer for it. |
| Marcus Borg, author of the bestselling books, Meeting Jesus Again for the First Time and Reading the Bible Again for the First Time. |
An elegantly written and wise book — a remarkable combination of detailed practical guidance for developing the artist within us and insightful spiritual reflections on soulmaking. Indeed, art-making becomes both a metaphor and discipline for soulmaking.
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| Regina Coupar is an experienced artist, teacher and poet of Acadian descent whose work explores the meaning of creativity and spirituality. She lives and works in Nova Scotia. |  |
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Email the writer for purchase. Retail: $27.95 CDN VISA available -- provide name, card number and expiry date. |
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Reviews of The Art of Soul:Jody Clarke, The Diocesan Times, Volume 48, Number 6, June 2003, "The Art of Soul: Review", p. 11. (Jody Clarke is an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Studies at the Atlantic School of Theology and a priest who assists at Christ Church, Dartmouth.) |
