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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As an enthusiast of traditional interior design, I am captivated by the timeless beauty and allure it brings to living spaces. Among the treasured elements, crystal glassware holds a special place in my heart. The delicate craftsmanship and sparkling brilliance of these pieces infuse an elegant charm that truly enriches…
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By: Rachel Knepp Watercolor, a beloved medium, captures my heart with its translucent hues and fluid brushstrokes, allowing me to express emotions and explore the beauty of the world with every stroke. Discover the captivating journey of watercolor through the annals of art history. In this blog post, we delve…
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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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Historical furniture – Greece and Rome The use of furniture is as ancient as humanity. I wanted to examine some of the historical use of furniture in the ancient home. The earliest known furniture of the ancient world was often depicted in other items such as vases. Although not many…
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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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Choosing your color scheme Color theory is quite a complex concept. I wanted to do some simplification and focusing on interiors to make it easier to understand and which can help chose a color scheme for your home. My color wheel The basics Google said 7 but there are 8…
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(Tamastslikt – pronounced Tah-must-slikt means to “interpret” or “turn over” in Walla Walla.) Native American cultures are rich in artistic expression. It is expressed through even the very mundane objects. Art is intrinsically linked to most cultures. History – “We Were” The history of the plateau tribes were basically unchanged…
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Edgar Degas – French Impressionist Degas is one of my personal favorites, especially the paintings of the ballerinas. He captured a behind the scenes image of the life of the professional ballerina. He was born Hilaire-Germain-Edgar de Gas on July 19, 1834, in the city of Paris, France. His father…
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The Mathematical constant in the natural world During my education in design, the one class I was required for my degree but what I found the most intriguing was sacred geometry. This geometry is what you find in nature, its mathematical constant. It even includes the structures of the universe such…