The remarkable story of how Scotland became home to one of the world’s greatest collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art is explored in this film to accompany The National Galleries’ big summer 2022 exhibition, A Taste for Impressionism | Modern French Art from Millet to Matisse. While I was unable to see this exhibition inContinue reading “A Taste for Impressionism At National Galleries Scotland”
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Can Art Be Good for You?
Art has been shown to have a positive impact on our well-being. Studies have found that engaging in creative activities, such as painting or drawing, can reduce stress and anxiety levels. Art therapy has been used to help individuals cope with mental health issues, such as depression and PTSD. Creating art can also improve cognitiveContinue reading “Can Art Be Good for You?”
5-Minute Meditation with Vincent Van Gogh
Meditation is an ancient practice that has been used for centuries to improve mental and physical health. It is a form of relaxation that can help reduce stress, improve concentration, and increase overall wellbeing. Vincent Van Gogh’s A Wheatfield, with Cypresses was my first experience mediating while viewing a painting. Vincent Van Gogh’s A Wheatfield,Continue reading “5-Minute Meditation with Vincent Van Gogh”
National Galleries Scotland: A Hidden Van Gogh Self-Portrait
Happy New Year! 2022 was an extraordinary year for artistic endeavours and discoveries. July 2022, Vincent Van Gogh’s Hidden Self Portrait caused a media sensation. I can only imagine the shock and excitement at the National Galleries Scotland with the discovery of a hidden Vincent Van Gogh self portrait behind the painting of HeadContinue reading “National Galleries Scotland: A Hidden Van Gogh Self-Portrait”
Vincent Van Gogh: Poppy Field
“On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, we will remember them.” In Flanders Fields BY JOHN MCCRAE In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. WeContinue reading “Vincent Van Gogh: Poppy Field”
#FridayPainting: Vincent Van Gogh “Starry Night over the Rhône”
Vincent van Gogh, in his own words. A letter to his sister Willemien van Gogh in 1888. At present I absolutely want to paint a starry sky. It often seems to me that night is still more richly coloured than the day; having hues of the most intense violets, blues and greens. If only youContinue reading “#FridayPainting: Vincent Van Gogh “Starry Night over the Rhône””
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