Posts Tagged ‘Art’
What to do when Quarantined at Home
In these times of being in quarantine, it is important to do things that bring you joy and calm. Everyone can have added joy in their lives right now, you just need to create it. Many of us have been in quarantine for a month, and for sure we’re all a bit Netflix-ed out by…
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Le Corbusier: On the Hunt for Art & Architecture
Four years ago on a visit to France with good friends, we set out on a trek to find works of famed modernist architect and painter, Le Corbusier. We had an exciting time looking for his buildings and discovering the art behind one of the most important architects of the 20th century, and we even…
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The Price of Art 1.0
Everyone is nervous about paying for art. Its very subjective and so attributing a price to it may be quite difficult. Of course, one’s own budget must also be taken into consideration, as it makes no sense to buy something you cannot afford. To broach the subject, I’ve drawn up a few parameters to help…
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Buying Art 1.0
Thirty years ago, a lovely friend of mine, who worked for the Canada Council Art Bank, invited me to go to a vernissage (a private viewing of art before the public exhibition). “Only buy what you like!” she said. “Art should inspire you, and you should be able to interpret something from it.” So later that night, I…
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Chateau La Coste: Where Art Meets Wine in Provence
Two years ago on a sunny day, four good friends set off on a road trip to Provence in search of Château La Coste. We didn’t really know much about the place. We did know that there would be some art within a vineyard setting, and it was along the way to our final destination, a holiday…
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