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To Green Angel Tower – cover art


Donato Giancola

Periodically I make the choice to lean in heavily on a commission, dramatically increasing the amount of labor, focus, and intent I wish to bring to a painting.  This bar is raised by myself, never by my client, as the desire is to create a portfolio piece I can leverage for broader use, benefiting my client, and hopefully my career. This is one such instance. When Shawn Speakman of Grim Oak Press asked if I…

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Bouguereau and Waterhouse in Paris


Howard Lyon

November 15, 2024 - I had the good fortune to travel to Paris this summer and while there I went to all the museums I could! 🙂 The Orsay is such a spectacular museum and the Petit Palais rises higher on my list of must see museums each time I go. I was very surprised to see Waterhouse, Leighton and Tadem in the latter! If you've followed my posts for a bit you know I love to try and get good captures of my favorite masterpieces when I visit museums. It's not always possible due to poor lighting, glare, glass, or crowds, but with some patience and persistence, I can often get a good capture as a memento of sorts to bring home with me. And I love sharing them! Let's start with this gorgeous painting of Lamia! John…

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