Monthly Archives: October 2023

Ruskin Conference in Venice

FoRS–the Focus on Ruskin Studies at Ca’ Foscari University in Venice–is hosting a conference this December 14-15, 2023. You can see from the extensive program below that there are wonderful speakers on a myriad of subjects (of course all centered … Continue reading

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Venetian Emoji #18

Continuing my series of Venetian mailboxes that look like faces, what I’m calling “Venetian emojis.” What do you think–does this Venetian mailbox look like The Scream by Edvard Munch?

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My Interview with Ytali Magazine!

Please enjoy my interview by JoAnn Locktov in Ytali magazine! JoAnn is a long time Venetophile who has contributed to preserving Venetian culture and promoting Venetian artisans as well as publishing three photo anthologies. See her full biography below (borrowed … Continue reading

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Getting Ready for Rain

As we enter the rainy season, at least this one Venetian business has prepared itself. Giobagnara, which sells high end Murano glass, is protecting its tables with rain boots! The shop is in the Piazza San Marco, which is one … Continue reading

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