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The Gift of Positano
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
Posted in Art, Italy Photo, Italy Travel, Made in Italy, TRAVEL, Writing
Tagged Amalfi Coast, art, Artist, author, Italy travel, Lois Patton, margieinitaly, photography, Positano, Ralph Patton, travel, writer
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A Fountain of Joy in Siena
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
Posted in Art, Italian History, Italian lifestyle and culture, Italy Photo, Italy Travel, TRAVEL
Tagged art, art in Piazza del Campo, Fonte Gaia, fountain of joy, Italian culture, Italian culture and lifestyle, Italian Experience, Italian lifestyle, Italy, Italy Photos, Italy travel, margieinitaly, photography, Photos, Piazza del Campo, scupture, Siena, travel, travel planning, travel writing, trip to italy, visit italy, writing
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Life in Italy – Photo of the Day
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
Inside the Accademia Gallery in Florence
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
Italy Travel ~ Images of Florence
Florence is a photographer’s dream. Art, architecture, people, tradition…Around every corner is another photograph. Each one can tell a story. Enjoy. The original sculpture is in the Piazza della Signoria. This sculpture was created from a single block of marble. … Continue reading
Take a Sculpture Course in Carrara
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
Posted in Art, Italian History, Italian lifestyle and culture, Italy Photo, Italy Travel, Italy Travel Planning, Made in Italy, TRAVEL
Tagged art, cararra sculptur course cararra, Italian culture, Italians, Italy travel, marble, Michelangelo, Photos, sculpture, sculpture course, statue of David, travel, travel writing, trip to italy, Tuscany, visit italy, visual art
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Milan Hosts Bob Dylan Art Exhibit
It is a good bet that pretty much everyone has heard of Bob Dylan and is familiar with his unique musical sound as well as his success as a successful American singer-songwriter from the 60’s through today. What surprised me … Continue reading
Sicily Art Studio in Caltagirone
I had written an article for the Italian-American newspaper, La Gazzetta Italiana on the art in the Sicilian city of Caltagirone, and I was pleasantly surprised a few days ago to see that my article was featured on their online … Continue reading
Posted in Italy Travel
Tagged art, Artists, Caltagirone, cermica, Italian culture, Italian lifestyle, Italians, Italy, Italy Photos, Italy travel, Miriam Pace, photography, Photos, Santy Ufo, Sicily, travel, travel planning, travel writing, writing
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Touring the Uffizi Museum in Florence
I have only been to Florence once, and am looking forward to returning, as a day and a half is simply not enough time. However when limited by a travel agenda, such as a cruise schedule, I had to prioritize, … Continue reading
Posted in Italy News, Italy Travel
Tagged art, David, Italy, museum, travel, travel planning, Uffizi
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