Now I am not from the south, even if I was born and raised below the Mason-Dixon line. But when I get to the south, which some people would even debate that parts of Florida are not real southern in culture, I know a southern subject
Deliberate practice as a term is not a new concept and can apply to any skill that one wants to master or at least learn to a high level of proficiency. The original study's findings debunk the myth of the artist as genius, which I personally find
Being in Florida during the winter is a joy and a relief from the cold. Do I sound like a snowbird?! Since I prefer being outdoors painting every day that I can, why not be warm? I got a new little plein air setup for myself upon
Time flies and now it is 2015. Happy New Year! I've been busy planning my upcoming U.S.A. "tour" and coordinating with artists for upcoming workshops that we will be hosting together through the month of February. I hope that you will join me in one of these
Every place has its own distinct light and colors, a distinct palette if you will. Florence is certainly no exception. Though not far from Rome, the quality of light and colors found here are uniquely their own. When I close my eyes and think of the
Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, of Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Michelangelo's David, The Ponte Vecchio, Arno river and so much more, is a place we all know and love. Even if you've never physically been to the city, you feel you know it through
I'm so happy to have the chance to invite you to a new space here in Rome where I will be having an open house on Thursday, November 20th from 4-8:30 p.m. in Via Labicana, 56. I recently found a space to house and showcase new paintings,
The Lake at Villa Borghese Park in Rome must be one of the most frequented and prettiest scenes in the heart of the city. Locally it's called Il Laghetto or the little lake. The Lake at Villa Borghese Oil on Panel 6 x 8" $195 | Available This is one of
The piazza is where all social life happens in Italy. It is the meeting point, the place to take a break during the day, to take a walk after lunch or dinner, or just to get some sunshine and fresh air. Views Towards Pincio, Piazza del