Happy birthday, George! Today is President’s Day when we honor all USA presidents. I focus on Washington because he was first. Did you know that America had “court painters” much like Europe before the camera? Learn more as my blog highlights 4 famous portraits of GW, including my 2 favorite at our local Mia.
Category Archives: Travel
Film Discussion: Woman in Gold (Austria)
“Woman in Gold” is a gripping biographical drama with interest for lovers: lovers of art (Klimt at his best); lovers of history (WWII art heists by the Germans); and lovers of justice (stolen art is valiantly fought for and reclaimed)! Lovers of travel will enjoy scenes in Vienna, past and present. Enjoy my Arm Chair Travel Film Discussion on this blog.
Valentine’s Day: Art in A Kiss (Klimt)
Happy Valentine’s Day! I’ve selected Klimt’s famous painting, The Kiss” to represent this day we set aside to show love for those close to us: family, friends and lovers. For discussion on this life-size, golden art and the famous artist, check out this week’s blog.
Smile, Mona Lisa! (Leonardo da vinci)
No study of famous art would be complete without a look at what is arguably the most famous painting in the world: the Mona Lisa–and her famous smile! Who is she? Where is she? What’s the big deal about her smile? Her eyes? Find out more on my blog!
Minneapolis Institute of Art: Mia (MN) Art & Travel
Museums are slowly re-opening after COVID forced closures. Anxious to get back to some normalcy and explore the world once again, a good first step is to starting in our own backyard. The Minneapolis Institute of Art (MN) re-opens January 28. My Top Picks to not miss on your Mia visit are in my latest blog.
Hot Soup (& Art) for a Cold Day (Warhol)
Soup. A staple in the lives of people since the dawn of time. Imagine a warm cup of soup on a cold Minnesota winter day. “Campbell Soup Cans” by Andy Warhol are the perfect art for this week! Read more on Warhol and the iconic Pop Art movement in my blog.
Novel Discussion: The Agony & The Ecstasy (Italy)
The novel “The Agony and The Ecstasy” changed the course of my life. I fell in love with Michelangelo, the Italian Renaissance and the lure of Italy. It lead to my becoming a professor of art history and a world traveler, leading students on 3 trips to Italy!
Art for Facing the New Year: 2021 (Picasso)
As the old year ends–and a new one begins, I have selected “Weeping Woman” by Pablo Picasso this week because I feel it is representative of both the old year–and the new! The horrors faced in 2020. The uncertainty we face in 2021. What will 2021 have for us! Find out more about this painting and its artist on my blog.
Film Discussion: The Nativity (Israel)
“The Nativity” (2006) is a perfect Christmas film for the whole family. It is an intimate look at the journey of this historical family from Nazareth to Bethlehem for Jesus’ birth. In an authentic biblical scenario, it incorporates themes of hope, faith, love and commitment as well as historical insight that is both biblical and political. It has become an annual tradition in our home.
Film Discussion: Midnight in Paris (Paris, France)
Paris! The film “Midnight in Paris” captures the allure and enticement of the city, past and present…Belle Epoch, to Roaring 20s to today. For lovers of art, literature and travel, it is a treasure trove to watch, again and again! Read my discussion in this blog.
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