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    Rachel’s Guide to Taking Care of Orchids

    November 6, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    My guide to taking care of your orchids.

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    Edvard Munch: A Journey Through Life and Art

    October 23, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Artist Focus: Edvard Munch

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    HGTV: A Dive into the World of Home & Garden Television

    October 9, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Pros and cons of watching HGTV.

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    Sacajawea: The Guiding Spirit of the Lewis and Clark Expedition

    August 28, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Sacajawea stands as one of the most iconic and respected figures in American history. This Shoshone woman played a crucial role in the renowned Lewis and Clark Expedition. She was their interpreter and symbol of peace and determination. Early Life: From Kidnapping to Marriage Born around 1788 in Lemhi County,…

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    Using Watercolor paint

    August 21, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    The beauty of watercolor paint is its transparency but many find it  a challenge. With time and practice, we can all improve with practice and some simple concepts. How Watercolor works In all mediums, to create a piece of art, you build with paint. Unlike oil and acrylic paint, with watercolor…

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    Space Planning in Interior Design: Maximizing Aesthetics and Functionality

    August 14, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Space planning is a crucial step in the interior design process. It’s about more than just placing furniture in a room; it’s about ensuring that space is used efficiently and that the flow of movement is seamless. Good space planning can transform a cramped apartment into a spacious haven or…

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    “The Artistry and Grandeur of Renaissance Furniture”

    August 7, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    The Renaissance period, spanning from the 14th to the 17th centuries, was an era of profound cultural and intellectual change, and this revolution was not just confined to literature, science, and art—it extended into the realm of furniture design as well.  Renaissance furniture was characterized by its distinct style, marked…

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    I.M. Pei: Master of Modern Architecture

    July 31, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Ieoh Ming Pei, better known as I.M. Pei, has left an indelible mark on the world of architecture. Born in Guangzhou, China in 1917, Pei moved to the United States in 1935 for his studies. After earning his Bachelor’s degree from MIT and a Master’s from Harvard’s Graduate School of…

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    Artist Focus: Ansel Adams

    July 10, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Image: From Brittanica.com Ansel Adams was born February 20, 1902 in San Francisco and died April 22, 1984 in Carmel, California. His father was a business man named Charles Hitchcock Adams and his mother was Olive Bray. His grandfather was a wealthy timber baron. He was born when his parents…

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    Artist Focus -Paul Gauguin

    June 26, 2023 - By Rachel Knepp

    Full name: Eugenie-Henri- Paul Gauguin Born: June 7, 1847 In Paris, France Died: May 8, 1903 in Atuona, Hiva Oa, Marquesas, French Polynesia. His early years were not spent in the field of art but as a merchant marine then as a stock broker and the wealth that came with…

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