Firenze Still On My Mind.....

Almost a month ago, six of us set out to Italy together. What began as a mission to paint the Tuscan Landscape (on-site or as some know as en plein air), quickly became more. We'll get there on the "other" later, and a little now...but lets talk about our travels in Florence first, or as we all came to know it as Firenze.  What a lovely city!  With just over three days here, we had enough time to really settle into things. We quickly realized that we loved the capuccino best, our Hotel Loggiato de Serviti for its views, its amazing location and outstanding staff, and the accessibility of this city. Firenze IS romantic, beautiful, charming, and its vistas has no limits. The food. Yes, it was very good. 

Art galore. This could simply be my heaven on earth. 

Intriguing Architectural Detail in the Piazza of Santa Croce

Headed towards the Piazza, Near Hotel - Loggiato de Serviti

The Duomo Stands With The City Circling It

Preferred Method of Transportation

If you have walked and walked and can't walk any more, than Gelato is a good option.

 Make sure it's fresh and piled high:)

Street View, the Light Shines Out

Sky at Santa Maria Novella's PIazza

Drawing Venus at the Uffizi, Student Devra here on left

After too many images and not seen before in person, I found this sculpture extraordinary. His face. So thoughtful. Almost sad. Perhaps he is considering the world but he is only so young. A beautiful face. This sculpture was considered Michelangelo's sculptural masterpiece.

Boboli Gardens. Sometimes manicured. Always wild. The Italians allow their gardens to wander.

What a vulnerable position as an Artist?
I wouldn't be considered with the preciousness of my own work but would prefer to be recognized on creating an original piece rather than my ability to copy.... Though these drawings create a real experience with Artist working on real time.

Outside the Piazzo Vecchio, En Route to the Uffizi Gallery, The Medici Lion, Marble

The Light.....

Looking towards the Ponte Vecchio

I see you Venus.

David's Hand, Just to give this a bit of scale: one length and a half of man's face.

A Teacher's Dream. A Student's worry. I'd be delighted to draw from and work from these collections. Enjoyed the videos here at the Accademia on traditional mold making.

Roof Views from San Lorenzo

Noble Dog in the Market

Boboli Gardens....

Marianne and Stephanie  - Looking Lovely....

Enjoying a laugh, companionship, friendship and a stiff cocktail to drink at the Rooftop Cafe at the Uffizi.