Tag Archives: #Arts

Compare the Pair #3 – John Brack

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

One of these is a photo of the original hanging on the gallery wall – the other is a copy found on the side wall of a former popular department store. So, which one do you prefer? Artist, John Brack  … Continue reading →

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For fortunes young and old – let the tarot speak

Posted on April 24, 2013 by

Tarot cards are a pack of playing cards which usually consist of around 78  illustrated cards which are considered a form of illustrative art. Tarot cards originated during the mid-15th century in various parts of Europe to play a group … Continue reading →

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A game of cat & mouse

Posted on April 7, 2013 by

The Cat and the Rat- These two can be found at the Christ Church Cathedral  (aka Cathedral of the Holy Trinity) in Dublin.  The Cathedral contains the largest crypt (63.4m long) in Britain or Ireland and was constructed between 1172-1173. … Continue reading →

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Freak out! C’est chic Lalique

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

René Jules Lalique (6 April 1860, Ay, Marne – 5 May 1945, Paris) was a French glass designer known for his creations of perfume bottles, vases, jewellery, and chandeliers amongst other items.  According to Wikipedia,  he studied at the Sydenham Art … Continue reading →

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“Tell me what you eat and I will tell you what you are”

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

…so are the immortal words of a great gastronome! Today marks the 13th occurrence of the Edible Book Festival. This is an international event which has been held around April 1 since 2000. (aka The Edible Book Day). Entries for … Continue reading →

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