Posts Tagged ‘Culture’
Hidden History: The Modern and Medieval Relevance of Siena, Italy
As a Tuscan city, Siena, Italy has existed in the shadows of its neighbor Florence for centuries. Prior to the Italian Renaissance, the Italian Medieval Period lasted from the fifth to the eighth century when Charlemagne invaded Italy. While Florence is known for its priceless collection of Botticelli paintings, being home to the graves of…
Read MoreArts Unbound | Choosing the Right Art for Your Home
The city of Montclair has always been known for its wide array of cultural experiences ranging from museums, studios, theaters, and so on. The accepting atmosphere, the continuing growth of the art community, and the contemporary setting makes it inviting for more creative types to involve themselves in that world. With this in mind, it…
Read MoreDenver’s Art World: A Culture of Support
Denver, Colorado is known for many things—legalized marijuana, beer festivals and exceptional hiking locations to name a few. Dubbed the Mile High City, this buzzing metropolis has the highest elevation of any American city. Simply by happenstance, the 13th step of the State Capitol Building sits 5,280 feet above sea level—exactly one mile. With the…
Read MoreFraming the Future
Framing the Future A Look at Today’s Modern Architecture by Michael Scivoli In the world of design, there’s an ongoing debate of whether architecture, at its essence, is considered art. To some, the answer to this question is simple, as many of us view anything involving self-expression as art. For others, they recognize that architects…
Read MoreBarbados: The Gem of the Caribbean
The moment someone mentions vacationing in the Caribbean, our brains instantly start flipping through pictures of white sand beaches and crystal blue waters like an old school 3D View-Master. While not every Caribbean island looks the same (far from it in fact), we just can’t help these preconceived notions of ‘paradise’ in our mind’s eye.…
Read MoreVANDAL: Inspired By The Streets
No matter how much New York has changed over the years, one way to capture the true essence of any city is through its art and cuisine. Despite what’s trending, these two concepts are valued just as much for their creativity as they are for what’s presented to the public. Honoring this very idea, and…
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