A trip to the Art Gallery is more than just an experience in viewing fine art and sculpture. It is an activity in the art of mindfulness. As you walk through an art gallery, take your time and allow yourself to connect with it. Let yourself get lost in the different genres until you find a piece that speaks to you. Continue reading “Mindful Art”
Travel through the Eyes of Art
To see the world through those of an artist exposes you to a diverse range of perspectives. Many artists over the centuries travelled away from home for the sake of their art. Vincent Van Gogh was one of those artists. Continue reading “Travel through the Eyes of Art”
Photo of the Month: Garden Art
The quirky and unusual always make for interesting travel tales. This photo was taken during a rest stop on a tour across Canada. It was across the road from a McDonald’s of all places. I loved how creative the gardeners were, not to mention patient – as they shaped bushes into statues of people. And yes, that is an actual jacket the bush is wearing. Continue reading “Photo of the Month: Garden Art”
Crowd Jumping at The Louvre
Ever wonder how you can avoid the queues at The Louvre? There is a lot to see in Paris, so one does not want to spend all holiday in a line. The Louvre is the most famous art gallery in Paris (if not the world) and by 9am it is over an hour’s wait to get inside. A simple pre-planning strategy will get you in fast to see and explore more. Continue reading “Crowd Jumping at The Louvre”