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Shahmaran The mythical symbol inspiring Turkish artists.txt
2:34Shahmaran: The poker face mp3mythical symbol inspiring Turkish artistsThe Shahmaran is a mythical figure that is popular in Turkish folklore. It is half woman, half snake and comes from the Persian words Shah and Maran, meaning 'the ruler of the snakes'. For some, it is seen as a sign of betrayal while for others it is a good luck symbol placed in houses to ward off evil spirits or bad luck.In Discovering the World's Culture, Nikki Bedi visits Mardin in South East Turkey to talk to local artist Nurettin ?akmak about how the symbol inspired his work.12 July 2024ArtArt & DesignTurkeyArtsShareSaveExplore MoreA look inside Michelangelo's 'secret room'2 Nov 2024Art & DesignStriking images capturing the 'dark underbelly of America'16 Oct 2024Art & DesignThe Lebanese artist championing vegan silk20 Dec 2023Art & DesignWhat do we mean when we talk about 'Islamic art'?20 Dec 2023Art & DesignThe Doha Hind: The charming 10th-Century garden ornament20 Dec 2023Art & DesignBlue Quran: A rare 1,000-year-old masterpiece20 Dec 2023Art & DesignOtherworldly photos of an Arctic city10 Nov 2023Art & DesignThe renegade artists of a lawless desert town10 Nov 2023Art & DesignThe beautiful homes made from bamboo10 Nov 2023Art & Design60 years of African American life in pictures10 Nov 2023Art & DesignThe dark history of Comuna 1330 Nov 2022Art & DesignHow clean, flat design became the go-to for big tech brandsDiscover how Paula came up with and sold the Windows 8 redesign that revolutionised the look of tech brands.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhen brand inspiration comes from a paper ticketWatch how Paula Scher created a flexible brand identity, inspired by the notch in a ticket.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhy understanding the client helps you find the best designFind out how the logo and graphics of a group of theatres were transformed and given a new personality.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhy good typography is so important to a brand's identitySee how Paula created the brand identities for the Met Opera and New York City Ballet with clever typography.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherThe success story of two logos becoming onePaula Scher describes the challenges of creating the logo for Citibank, and how it all started on a napkin.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherHow to be a designer and work with clientsMeet Paula Scher and learn about the role of a graphic designer and the impact of great design.19 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherJapan's photo tomb that contained a historic legacyThe Japanese photographer who buried hundreds of photos and the journey to revive his legacy.23 hrs agoTime FrameHow to adjust the cues you give out to the worldLearn how to decide what version of yourself you're going to present, depending on what you want to achieve.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasThe power of making and owning decisionsLearn why making your own decisions is the key to increasing your confidence.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you don't need people to like youEvy explains that aiming to be liked is a distraction as it focuses on your needs rather than a good result.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you don't need the respect of othersLearn how seeking respect dips into ego and external validation and could derail you from what's important.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasHow to take control of how you respondEvy Poumpouras will show you how to handle your emotions and stay focused on what you want to achieve.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasThe power of absorbing informationLearn how to listen to improve your self-awareness. People will give you information, and that's power.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you might need to change the people around youHow to avoid getting pulled into other people's conflict, drama, and complaining.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasHow to manage relationships and set boundariesImprove your ability to understand how the people in your life impact who you become.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy knowing yourself is half the equationMeet Evy Poumpouras and find out how her jaw-dropping experiences have taught her so much about life.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWatch how Sabrina Carpenter warms up her voiceThe Espresso singer joins Eric Vetro in the studio to talk about her experience of being coached.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroWhy you need to relax your body to improve tuningWatch how the performance transforms when the singer relaxes her jaw muscles to improve her tuning.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroWhy it's all about finding your 'ping'Eric helps skilled soprano Eydie Alyson move her voice smoothly from chest to head with her chosen song.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroHow to maintain your strong voice on lower notesWatch Eric Vetro in action as he helps a singer with exercises that strengthen her lower notes.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric Vetro
