"Architecture is the will of an epoch translated into space." -Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
"Architecture is the will of an epoch translated into space." -Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Rome, Italy. Principal design by: Michelangelo, Donato Bramante, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
~Ana Livingston, Fine Artist & Muralist
"Art is the Signature of Civilizations." -Beverly Sills
~Ana
"The Responsibility of Artists" by Ana Livingston Fine Artist
"The reality is that artists have a gigantic hand in injecting
the beauty and vitality we all enjoy in present day life.
I wrote an article about this very subject: the role of the
artist in society and how their creative impact is broad and deep.
"Without the beauty continually brought into being by the many
players in the various genres of art, this world would be a dull
soulless place. My personal role and responsibility as an artist
is to not only create beautiful work that uplifts others, but to
also actively support my fellow artists.
"Art is my job, my life and my love,and I wouldn’t have it any other way."
~Ana Livingston, Fine Artist
www.analivingstonfineartist.com
Day Two: The Grapefruit Mural, Clearwater, Florida: Adding Layers of Paint
Second day at the two-panel Grapefruit Mural. No refinement as yet; just applied some bright colors. At least they're pretty blobs now. :) I'll be back at it tomorrow!
Close-up of applying a second layer. I am primarily left-handed, but when it comes to painting I am ambidextrous.
Day One: The Grapefruit Mural, Clearwater, Florida. Quick Base Coat on Both Panels
First day on a private commission dual-panel piece here in sunny Clearwater, Florida. Perfect activity for Earth Day!
~Ana
Quick Sketch of First Panel of the Grapefruit Mural, Clearwater, Florida
Happy Earth Day!
~Ana
Carnevale di Venezia! (Carnival of Venice) – A Short History
It has been said that the first documented use of masks in Venice dates back to the 13th century. In subsequent years, Carnevale evolved into a mass celebration where, being anonymous, one was not judged by their social standing. The result was that all classes could freely and joyously interact.
Masks were later banned in the 1930′s under the ruling Fascist party, but Carnevale was given the breath of life a handful of decades later by a group of local artisans in the late 1970′s.
The Italian government quickly fell in step and now showcases this vibrant and very popular festival each year.
One of the most prized awards during the carnival is “the most beautiful mask” or la maschera più bella.
Carnevale di Venezia is one of the top festivals world-wide, drawing up to an estimated 100,000 participants and spectators each year.
Ciao for now, Venezia! I will see you next year!
~Ana
To My Friends and Loved Ones on Valentine's Day
Today I hope we all take an extra moment and let the people we care about know how truly important they are to us; how they brighten our days and enrich our lives; how they make this journey called life so very worthwhile.
I’m wishing you all a wonderful day of love, admiration and respect, as each of you is important to me. :)
Love,
