The connection of Abiquiu New Mexico and nearby Ghost Ranch with American Artist, Georgia O’Keeffe were the reason for our 2024 visit to the area. This blog highlights the special places that drew (and kept) O’Keeffe in the area. Our visit created a new appreciation in me for her love of the area and the art she produced.
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Georgia O’Keeffe: Abiquiu, New Mexico Home/Studio
Georgia O’Keeffe’s Home & Studio in Abiquiu, New Mexico, was a highlight on our 2-day O’Keeffe Pilgrimage. We explored every corner of her home and garden, getting a glimpse of her daily life. Enjoy this 1 of a 4-part series on this tour!
Georgia O’Keeffe: Ghost Ranch, New Mexico
Georgia O’Keeffe at Ghost Ranch, NM, was part of my long-anticipated pilgrimage to visit places in the life and art of this renowned 20th century American artist! Highlights are included in this blog. Travel and enjoy with me!
Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Georgia O’Keeffe is one of my favorite artists! Visiting the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Santa Fe New Mexico. culminated a pilgrimage which included her homes in Abiquiu and Ghost Ranch. Her life and art are highlighted in the 1st of 3 blogs on this interesting lady and her art! Enjoy!
Austria: Klimt & the Belvedere in Vienna (Art & Travel)
Klimt and the Belvedere were a highlight of our Viking river cruise through Vienna, Austria. Klimt’s use of gold leaf made seeing “The Kiss” in person much more spectacular than imagined!
Nice, French Riviera (Travel)
Nice, on the Cote d’ Azure – French Riviera – in the South of France – provides another experience in all that France has to offer! The Matisse and Chagall Museums added depth to my Art History portfolio!
Conwy Castle, Wales (Travel)
Conwy Castle in Wales is considered to be the most impressive of all Welsh castles. During our cruise of the British Isles, this was our only stop in Wales. We left this picturesque, imposing castle in a quaint, walled city with the desire to come back and explore more of it and Wales. Photos and highlights on this blog.
Museum of Russian Art: TMORA, Mpls. MN USA
Cher’s Travel Date: Museum of Russian Art (TMORA). A hidden gem in Mpls, it’s the only major institution in N. America devoted entirely to Russian art and culture from all of Russia’s history. TMORA stands with the people of Ukraine, as seen in current exhibit of provocative art of pro-Ukrainian political cartoons. Blog also includes photos by an American in Siberia/Stalin’s industrialization (1930s) & permanent collection.
Arb Adventure: MN Arboretum, Chanhassen, MN USA (Art & Travel)
Minnesota Arboretum “the arb” is a great Minneapolis, MN, Travel Date for any season, any age. 1,200 acres are filled with beautiful landscape and flowers, ponds and waterfalls, and Chinese, Japanese, and sculpture themed gardens. Children of all ages can enjoy a Maze Garden and Green Play Yard. Drive, walk or take a tram around the grounds. Pair it with a tour of Prince’s Paisley Park, just down the road. Enjoy my blog filled with photos and info.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Minneapolis, MN USA (Art & Travel)
I love sculpture – and I love gardens! Sculpture gardens provide the best of both! My Travel Date to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, the largest urban sculpture garden in the United States was filled with famous art, warm sun and great fellowship. My blog showcases the Garden and some of my favorite sculptures.
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