Author Archives: ronald972

Art of the Dot

Posted on 03/02/2013 by ronald972

I beg your indulgence as I return to a topic which I have talked about earlier.  The artistry and beauty of the stipple engraving. Perhaps some might call what is portrayed in this picture dated, idealistic or naive and in … Continue reading →

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Art in Sequence

Posted on 02/02/2013 by ronald972

I came across a set/series of etchings a few days back.  They are numbered from I to IX.  Alas, I have only six of the series (I, III, IV, V, VIII, IX).  I have enjoyed and continue to enjoy looking … Continue reading →

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Art around the Globe

Posted on 26/01/2013 by ronald972

This week has brought me into contact with a couple of pieces of art which come from locations which are on my list of places to visit.  I begin in the wonderful city of St Petersburg at one of the … Continue reading →

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Art of Queen’s

Posted on 23/01/2013 by ronald972

While considering what to blog about this week, I found myself going through my collection and discovering a couple of prints which might be of interest to some.  These prints are not tremendously old but they are local in perspective. … Continue reading →

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Art from Wales

Posted on 05/01/2013 by ronald972

As I walked the hills of Wales during this past holiday season, I found myself revelling in the beauty of the countryside.  Whether in fine sunlight or blustery winds or even in rain and gusts there is a beauty to … Continue reading →

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Art on the Move

Posted on 02/01/2013 by ronald972

The holiday season draws to a close and I and my wife have have just returned from a short break with our dear friends in Wales.  And as is my wont, I bought some art.  After loading the car and … Continue reading →

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Art of the Southeast

Posted on 26/12/2012 by ronald972

Living where I do provides me with easy access to many wonderful sights and attractions  and there are so many places which I would love to visit.  Some of those places appear on my list because artists have taken the … Continue reading →

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An Artists Eye

Posted on 15/12/2012 by ronald972

It continues to cause me wonder as to how an artist sees.  I live in a beautiful part of the country (to some a little flat).  I have seen beautiful things.  But how does one move from seeing to actually … Continue reading →

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Art of Charity

Posted on 10/12/2012 by ronald972

All of today’s art in this chapter has been purchased through charity shops.  This does mean that at times I acquire it at a very affordable price, but I never haggle at these shops since their profits go toward which … Continue reading →

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Art of the Mystical

Posted on 02/12/2012 by ronald972

Great art has for centuries shown religious mysteries such as the Virgin Birth, the Transfiguration, the Rapture, Christ in glory, etc..  Art has never and can never claim to explain the mysteries it displays.  It is but only a rendition, … Continue reading →

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