Joy’s “Recommended Reading” Joy Beckner Artist/Bronze Sculptor

Joy’s Recommended Reading:

Books about Good Health:

“The Journey through Cancer, Healing and Transforming the Whole Person” by Jeremy Geffen, MD.

Books about Dogs:

“They Are Smarter Than You Think,” by Dr. Paul Loeb. My husband Brian brought this home and it is, in my humble estimation, a very fine book about dog diet and training.
Check for it at dogwise.com, Amazon.com, or call, 800-776-2665.
“Becoming the Chef Your Dog Thinks You Are – A Nourishing Guide to Feeding Your Dog and Your Soul,” by Micki Voisard, C.S.D. Micki’s books are available at: www.dogchefs.com.
Recently a friend who shows in obedience and performance events, told me about a wonderful place where she buys the BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Foods) diet, ready made. I looked at the site, www.auntjeni.com, and I was amazed at the common denominators between Aunt Jeni’s information and what Charlotte Peltz recommends in her articles. I feel as though the circle is complete; we are back to good wholesome food for our dogs — and it is conveniently packaged! It’s your choice. Check it out!
I also have found “Primal Raw” food is quite good for our good dogs. Find it at Treats Unleashed.

Books that inspire me, about animal sculpture by famous animaliers:

“The Barye Bronzes, A Catalogue Raisonne” by Stuart Pivar. Published by The Antique Collectors Club, 5 Church Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk, England. ISBN: 0-902028-30-8.
“Animals in Bronze, Reference and Price Guide” by Christopher Payne. Published by The Antique Collectors Club. ISBN: 0-907462-45-6. Please check your local book store or Amazon.com for the above books.

Books that include my work:

“A BREED APART ~ The Art Collections of the American Kennel Club and The American Kennel Club Museum of the Dog” by William Secord. Available through Wm. Secord Gallery, NYC, USA. Web: www.dogpainting.com; Phone toll-free in the USA, 877-249-3647 or NYC local, 212-249-0075.
“21st Century Dog: a Visionary Compendium” edited by Michael J. Rosen. Published by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, NYC. Printed in Italy. ISBN: 1-58479-041-5. Please check your local bookstore or Amazon.com for this book.

Books about the patina process and care of sculpture:

“Patinas for Silicon Bronze” by Patrick V. Kipper. ISBN 0-964-7269-0-4.The Care of Bronze Sculpture: Recommended Maintenance Programs, by Patrick V. Kipper. ISBN: 0-9647269-1-2. Patrick’s books are available from his website Patrick V. Kipper.

Happy reading! Joy