Best Italy Instagram Accounts
It’s no secret that I’ve been fascinated by life in Italy since I first stayed in the Oltrarno area of Florence during my study…
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Botticelli’s Primavera…And so what?
If you’ve been to Florence, you’ve likely seen this Sandro Botticelli painting. If not, then perhaps you will someday because Botticelli’s Primavera is one…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Artisanry & An American in Florence
One aspect of culture that has long fascinated me is the blend of old and new. Now, when talking to my students, I am reminded…
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….
Delights of Tuscany at Mercato Centrale in Florence
Florence has so much culture, an important part of which is a deep connection to Tuscany’s food heritage and the products that grow so…
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…