Butterflies courtship is beautiful and romantic! It’s a discovery of the senses and a serious game of survival, there is not much time to loose because they live only a very short life. So, first they wear their most beautiful dress, it’s a show of wonderful colors and nuances. Then, a touch of perfume. Infact,… Continue reading When love is truly in the air!
Tag: lovers of art
Mix and Match!
Hi everyone! What does it make you think of this expression? Maybe the famous pick and mix to make your perfect combination of sweets? What fun! “Look at this! Let’s take that, too!” To me the fun was mainly to quickly grab many candies, all in different colors, shapes, taste and then enjoy them! It… Continue reading Mix and Match!
Abstract Art and our curiosity
The word “abstract” sounds so modern, but actually its first known use was dated back in the 14th century, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Etymologically it originates from the combination of the Latin root ab-, (“from” or “away,”) and the verb trahere, (“to pull” or “to draw”). Abstract art takes out the elements that are… Continue reading Abstract Art and our curiosity
The perception of color and age
Can age affects the way we perceive a color, maybe even our favourite color? Yes, I’m afraid, it does. Infact, by time our retina looses its sensitivity to the light and this makes it harder to see certain colors and objects in half-light as clear as before. The yellowing of the lens, the cataract, the… Continue reading The perception of color and age
Latest updates
Hello everyone! I’m sorry I’m a bit behind with my writing, but I have been busy with my art…I will soon be back, though! Today I wanted to let you know what I am up to. In fact, I recently entered an art contest and I would like to share with you my entries, because… Continue reading Latest updates
What is Art
It’s not that simple to exactly define Art in all its complexity. One definition from the Merriam-Webster dictionary is: “The conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic objects”. The term “art” is related to the Latin word “ars” meaning art, skill and according to the same dictionary, the very… Continue reading What is Art
