December 2017

Skyrocketing Art Prices: Investment or Bubble?

Art auctions have recently seen some eye-popping numbers. For instance, Leonardo da Vinci’s “Salvator Mundi” sold for a staggering $450 million.…
Inspiration: “The Sleeping Princess,” by France MacDonald

Frances MacDonald’s painting The Sleeping Princess (1909) holds a special place in early 20th-century art, embodying the ethereal and mysterious style…
People Passing Waterfalls in the Lauterbrunnen Valley

Lauterbrunnen lies at the bottom of a U-shaped valley that extends south and then south-westwards from the village to meet the…
The Breathtaking View from Lake Lucerne: An Artistic Exploration

Nestled in the heart of Switzerland, Lake Lucerne offers views that have inspired artists, poets, and travelers alike for centuries. Surrounded…
Opportunities in Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, located in Queens, NY, stands as a beacon of natural beauty amidst the urban sprawl. For photographers…
Hanging Out on the Loggia of San Marco Basilica

The loggia, at the foot of the Campanile, is the architectural element that more than any other condenses the celebrative character…
Biography: Charles Joshua Chaplin

Charles Joshua Chaplin (1825–1891) was a renowned French artist of the 19th century, celebrated for his contributions to portrait painting, genre…