The David Statue: The Story Behind Michelangelo’s David
Yesterday as I was leaving the grocery store, I saw a bumper sticker that said “EARTH without art is just ‘Eh’”. That sticker reminded…
Florence
Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy Florence: Visiting a Historic Pharmacy
Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy Florence: The Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy is a place I had heard much about…
Tips to Understanding Renaissance Paintings
One of the best ways to prepare for a trip abroad is to learn a bit about the art. This can turn a…
30 Best Things to Do in Florence, Italy
Florence is my favorite city in the world, and I’ve been fortunate enough to visit 7 times and study Italian Renaissance art history there….
Renaissance Architecture in Florence
If you go to Florence, you may be overwhelmed by all the historic sights and abundance of artistic treasures. You definitely don’t need to…
Outdoor Sculpture in Piazza della Signoria, Florence
Florence, Italy has been called an outdoor museum for good reason. Its streets are full of so much sculpture and architecture that one need…
Brancacci Chapel: Where to See Early Renaissance in Florence, Italy
Florence is undoubtedly one of the most important places for art. It houses many masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, some of them hanging in…