Expression

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There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening, that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and will be lost. — Martha Graham

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Introduction¹

As/Is (YouTube Channel)

Dictionary

expression : a mode, means, or use of significant representation or symbolism ; especially : felicitous or vivid indication or depiction of mood or sentiment — Merriam-Webster See also OneLook

Art as Expression (Encyclopædia Britannica)

Self-Expression (Mitchell S. Green)

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Exploration

Muses’ Tea Party

This 360° image is a Web World.

Touch objects to explore!

You can also explore this Toy World on Kuula.

Muse’s Playroom

This 360° image is one of an older series of Toy Worlds that serve as a 3D interface to Cosma.

Touch objects to find out about them, too!

You can also explore this Toy World on Kuula.

There is also a version in SecondLife. Click the image below to explore it.

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