Girl's Guide to Achieving in the Arts

With arts programs in schools diminishing, this is an important and user-friendly resource book. Its aim is to encourage, inspire and help girls interested in all aspects of artistic endeavor.

Practical advice is given for planning for the future and overcoming obstacles, whilst inspiration comes from girls and young women who have achieved in the arts at all levels and tell their stories in their own words. From dance and music to photography and illustration; from painting to lighting design and acting the opportunities are there for those with perseverance as well as talent.

It also includes: a list of all kinds of careers; a timeline of women artists and their contributions; a compilation of related books; lists of helpful websites, organizations, competitions and special programs.

Dr Frances Karnes is professor in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education and Director of the Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi where she has been a member of the faculty since 1973. Director of the Leadership Studies Program at USM, she is widely known for her research, publications, innovative program developments and service activities in gifted education and leadership training. Dr Kristen Stephens is Support Services Coordinator for Duke University's Talent Identification Program and Adjunct Assistant Professor in Programs in Education at Duke University.

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