Sentences with phrase «of imposing»

But the president stopped short of imposing trade sanctions.

This requires food production to be efficient enough for a large minority of the community to be engaged in more specialized activities — such as the creation of imposing buildings or works of art, the practice of skilled warfare, and above all the administration of a centralized bureaucracy capable of running the machinery of state.

In fact, it is the only way it can be done because dictates from Washington would inherently be a case of imposing design: They have no idea what each individual community needs.

These performances show Pope.L working in a space between community organization and an artistic practice — mobilizing individuals while attempting to address societal concerns through an abstraction of imposing themes such as labor, identity politics, and basic civil and fundamental rights.

Starkly contrasting areas of light and shade model the forms, but also give a sense of imposing stillness, one of the hallmarks of Hopper's art.

With 20 works by the German artist on display, 14 of which date from the last five years — and including examples of his imposing sculptural work alongside those monolithic, heavy canvases — this is a treat indeed.

In a nearby series of imposing wall works, Chutes d'Atelier, studio scraps are fused into multi-dimensional panels — painterly studies of his signature raw materials (resin, steel, and pigment).

It will be shown on a larger scale than previously seen, as a unique site specific installation filling the magnificent interior of the imposing church across ten screens.

But it seems vaguely disgraceful and unquestionably absurd that such a minor artist has such a big Tate exhibit when Richard Serra, who really could fill the Tate Turbine Hall authoritatively, and has created masterworks of imposing weight and scale in comparable public spaces in America and Europe, is kept waiting in the wings with yet another exhibition at the commercial Gagosian gallery.

Characteristic of her sculpture is the juxtaposition of imposing, large - scale forms made of concrete, iron, or aluminum with intricately etched surfaces and sumptuous materials such as glass, alabaster, and tapestry.

British artist PHYLLIDA BARLOW will create Rift, a new three - part site - specific work with hoardings, industrial elements and «bombs» that will respond to the massive columns, vaults and military history of the imposing Arsenal building.

The expansive size of the photographs is crucial for Thiel, as he hopes to give the viewer an understanding of the imposing physicality of the glacial configurations and to see the seemingly endless variations in tones — from deep blue to slate grey — of the ice wall.

Kelsey Stephenson has created a rich, complex and affecting aesthetic experience, and a work of imposing emotional impact.

Regular commuters on Interstate 95 who drive by New Haven are accustomed to the sight of the imposing concrete structure hovering over the surrounding landscape like a giant Brutalist spaceship.

She constantly moves around her canvas to discover what is unfolding, instead of imposing a fixed plan.

Markus Brunetti's photographs of imposing cathedrals and churches, both rustic and grand, show a breathtaking clarity.

The 3 - naive Gothic church was completed in 1591 with the construction of an imposing 90 - meter - high tower.

The exhibition spans four levels of the imposing Brutalist building and presents us with ten expansive black boxes — referred to here as «studios».

Then in 1971 Benglis made a series of imposing installations where massive winglike forms of pigmented polyurethane foam emerge from the wall.

In one work a man kneels before a flock of imposing Dodos, joining them in extinction.

McEwan, who got his start in the world of conceptual art by writing fake obits for art world celebs like Jeff Koons, has rendered the machines in his favorite material of black graphite to create a pair of imposing sculptures that contrast sharply with the disembodied flow of information they suggest.

Abstract, spontaneous compositions, void of imposing structures, but still harmonious and fluid — Jazz!

An image of this imposing mosaic - clad figure forms a backdrop to the smaller pieces on show in the gallery, and hints at the importance of nature to Saint Phalle's work.

The sculpture consists of two identical black lacquered solid steel «J' forms perforated with holes originally positioned right up close on either side of one of the imposing glass panes constituting the façade of Mies van der Rohe's iconic building.

No one will ever touch the stops of his organ, set their feet under his table, or turn the pages of his imposing book.

Her work mimics the urban environment in both materiality and the nature of the imposing structures that swallow — or impede upon — the viewer.

With the Leopold and its unwanted attachment breaching the surface of an imposing ice planet, you have only a few hou...

To find the skills necessary to kick Krond's butt and take back the music, Max must complete all nine floors of the imposing Mega Hero Academy.

Focusing is Senua's way of imposing her will on her world, and it's used extensively, not only in combat but in sequences where she has to listen for the precise direction of the chanting of an evasive boss, or feel her way through the pitch blackness of a lair where frightful blobbing enemies lurk.

Mario has faced his share of imposing enemies, but few have displayed the kind of confidence that pro wrestler Rawk Hawk possesses.

Finally Gerudo Town and Goron City both conform to the landscape instead of imposing themselves upon it — this is perhaps the most important point.

Game jams introduce a sort of Dogme 95 spirit to video game development — the idea of imposing harsh limitations on yourself that, ideally, spur the creative process.

Should you simply choose to play it on like - for - like terms with the likes of a CoD, or even a Halo, Destiny is still one hell of an imposing force to be reckoned with.

In the south - west are the Mufumbiro volcanoes, a chain of imposing cones that rise out of the lava plain of the western rift.

- We are a magnificent lodging option in the area of the imposing Arenal volcano, we can proudly say and without a doubt, that Monte Real Hotel is the best choice in La Fortuna downtown.

In this itinerary we will appreciate enough flora and exotic fauna, see panoramic of imposing snowy, the impressive canyon of the Apurimac, considered as the most spectacular in South America.

The Hotel is located at the foot of the imposing mountains of Machu Picchu and along the Vilcanota River, in the heart of bohemian Machu Picchu Pueblo.

The Arenal Volcano with Baldi Hot Springs tour is by far a favorite among travelers.This tour offers the auspicious site of the imposing Arenal Volcano and the soothing thermal waters of Baldi Hot Springs.

This tour shows the best of both worlds, in terms of the raw untamed beauty of the imposing Arenal Volcano, which is juxtaposed against the lush and soothing thermal waters of Tabacon Hot Springs.

You'll witness the hardships of early settlers, the danger of marauders, the lives of the slaves who built and maintained the property, and the vision of the Caymanians of 1831 who introduced democracy to the Cayman Islands within the walls of the imposing Great House.

Day 8 Arrive in Jodhpur for a tour of the imposing Mehrangarh Fort and Jaswant Thada cenotaphs.

Set up in front of an imposing Gothic cathedral, hundreds of wooden stalls sell Christmas gifts and French specialties like delicate cookies and vin chaud (mulled wine) while people ice skate and sing French carols.

Some other carriers, mindful of the irony of imposing fuel surcharges in the day and age when crude oil prices are at 15 - year low have changed the name, too.

Mayschoss sits at the foot of the imposing Monchberg (Monk Hill; this was once the site of an Augustinian monastery), where sun - kissed terraces have been carved into the curving hillsides, providing the perfect conditions for cultivating the village's precious harvest of Pinot Noir grapes.

The long driveway leading to the hotel offers beautiful views of the imposing building and surrounding estate.

Nong Kiaow: A small town on the banks of the Nam Ou River, Nong Kiaow boasts a gorgeous backdrop of imposing limestone mountains, picturesque river views and genuine local colour.

Take a short detour from the path to scramble up Paritutu Rock, a two million year old remnant of an active volcano, which offers magnificent views over New Plymouth, the Sugar Loaf Islands and backdrop of imposing Mount Taranaki (cloud cover permitting).

Explore the traditions of the First Nations and fur trapping, behold the icy fingers of the imposing Columbia Icefield and meet a real - life Mountie.

Sat beneath the gaze of the imposing Taurus Mountains and looking out across the glistening expanse of the invitingly turquoise coloured Mediterranean, it's not difficult to see the immediate appeal of the Turkish coastal region of Alanya; and easily explains the popularity of this southern part of a country which famously straddles both Europe and Asia.

After a relaxed start to Christmas Day, we travel to the pretty Alpine village of Grindelwald, a delightful winter resort nestled at the foot of the imposing north face of the Eiger.