Category Archives: Art

The Gift of Positano

Posted on April 23, 2017 by Margie Miklas

If you told me I could click my heels three times and I’d be in Positano, I wouldn’t have to think about it. My answer would be “Yes, please, right now.” Since I don’t live in a fantasy land and … Continue reading →

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A Fountain of Joy in Siena

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Margie Miklas

If you have been to Siena you couldn’t miss seeing the famous Fonte Gaia or Fountain of Joy on the high side of Piazza del Campo. This fifteeenth-century white marble sculpted fountain and pool is one of a few medieval … Continue reading →

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Italy Travel – Photo of the Day

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Margie Miklas

I always enjoy watching local artisans and artists at work. I came across this artist on a footbridge in Venice. She was so focused on her painting that I dared not interrupt. Do you notice anything particularly interesting in this … Continue reading →

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Life in Italy – Photo of the Day

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Margie Miklas

I always enjoy watching local Italian artisans at work. This Sicilian is hand painting a ceramic plate with precision. I’d love to hear your feedback. Please leave a comment. Grazie Ciao

Posted in Art, Italian lifestyle and culture, Italy Photo, TRAVEL | Tagged art, ceramcis, everyday life in italy, hand-painted ceramics, Italian lifestyle and culture, Life in Italy, margieinitaly, photo of the day, Sicily | 10 Comments

Inside the Accademia Gallery in Florence

Posted on September 6, 2015 by Margie Miklas

On my first visit to Florence a few years ago, I rushed into the Accademia Gallery with one purpose in mind, to see the original marble sculpture of David by Michelangelo. I quickly found my way to the hall where … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Italian History, Italy Photo, Italy Travel, Italy Travel Planning, Photography, TRAVEL | Tagged Accademia Gallery in Florence, art, art history, Florence, Italian lifestyle and culture, italian sculpture, Michelangelo, sculpture, statue of David | 25 Comments

Announcing a Contest to Win an Authentic Hand-Crafted Cameo from Venice

Posted on April 18, 2015 by Margie Miklas

CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. SCROLL TO BOTTOM TO SEE WHO WON! Today I am honored to introduce you to a true Italian artisan from Venice. Marco Jovon has been designing and creating cameos since 1998. He continues the tradition started … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Made in Italy | Tagged cameo, cameos, Contest, Eredi Jovon, jewelry, Made in Italy, Rialto Bridge, Venice | 13 Comments

Movies Filmed in Italy

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Margie Miklas

Italy has long been famous as a favorite filming location for Hollywood movie makers. I love movies and am particularly interested in the behind the scenes information and shooting locations. When I can recognize places I have been in Italy … Continue reading →

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An Interview with a Mosaic Artist and Designer – Meet Felicia Funderburk

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Margie Miklas

Today I am truly honored to introduce you to Felicia Funderburk, creator, designer, and owner of Fragments Mosaic Studio in Los Angeles. Felicia is a mosaic artist with a love and passion for Italy, and it certainly can be felt … Continue reading →

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Take a Sculpture Course in Carrara

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Margie Miklas

Carrara in Tuscany is not your typical tourist location, but it is the city known for its immense marble quarries. I loved visiting this city on my own and touring the impressive caves and marble quarries was an eye-opener to … Continue reading →