“It’s temples and palaces did seemLike fabrics of enchantment pil’d to heaven.” Percy Bysshe Shelley, Julian and Maddalo: A Conversation Venice has been a popular subject for many artists throughout history. Artists from different time periods have painted scenes of Venice, capturing its unique charm and beauty. Join me as I travel virtually to Venice throughContinue reading “Venice Captured in Brushstrokes”
Tag Archives: Venice
#Friday Painting: Joseph Mallory William Turner, “The Grand Canal – Venice”
“It is only when we are no longer fearful that we begin to create.” J.M.W. Turner Venice, from the Porch of Madonna della Saluteca. 1835 “I don’t paint so that people will understand me, I paint to show what a particular scene looks like.” J.M.W. Turner “Turner drew on his considerable experience as a marineContinue reading “#Friday Painting: Joseph Mallory William Turner, “The Grand Canal – Venice””
Winter with John Henry Twachtman
John Henry Twachtman was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, August 4, 1853. He is known for his impressionist paintings which embraced an experiential, even personal element. Known to be outgoing, he also had moments of deep contemplation. His moods between restlessness and serenity allowed his creative energy to explore painting, etchings and drawings in pastel. “Winter…Continue reading “Winter with John Henry Twachtman”
ChasingART 