A Sacred Conversation in a Church in Venice
I’ve had a hard time writing this post, trying to eloquently explain its purposes, so I’ll just keep it simple and lay them out…
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Where to See the Art of Brazil
Most people don’t realize that Brazil is a very artsy place. When I first went there, I was surprised to see art everywhere…from the…
What Makes a Good Vacation Rental?
I am writing this post from a vacation rental, one which, due to its faults but great potential, really got me thinking about what…
The Arts and Crafts Movement in the U.S.
The topic of this month’s ArtSmart Roundtable is art movement or period, and instead of trying to cover the complexity of an entire period,…
31 Tips for Sustainable Travel
Sustainable travel is the future of travel. As the world population grows and gets increasingly richer and globalized, tourism will continue to increase, putting…
Best Travel Shoes: 14 Cute & Comfortable Shoes for Traveling
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: why does it seem to be so hard to find great shoes for travel ……
What Will We Leave Behind?
I remember the day my art history professor began the class with this slide. The lights went out, this image appeared large on the…
17 Budget Travel Tips for Napa Valley, California
The name Napa Valley creates romantic visions of rolling hills, endless vines, rustic architecture, and deep red wines, but for most people, it…
Art Nouveau Architecture in Prague
The theme for this month’s ArtSmart Blogging Roundtable is architecture, and I’ve chosen to look at art nouveau architecture in Prague, one of my…
Sculpture at the Bargello Museum in Florence
The theme of this month’s art post is sculpture. I’ve written about sculpture before, first with a look at the Prambanan Hindu Temples on…