Gaudi's Park Guell in Barcelona Spain

Gazing at Gaudi’s Masterpieces in Barcelona

The city of Barcelona is characterized by the unusual, unique, and undeniably radical creations of Antoni Gaudi. The Catalonian architect was the best known practitioner of Modernisme, Catalan’s Art Nouveau movement. Some of the hallmark qualities of Gaudi’s highly imaginative and one-of-a-kind style include the use of stone and iron materials, ceramic and stained glass detailing, and a focus on vibrant hues and reflective lights.

Several of Gaudi’s works throughout Barcelona, from buildings to parks, have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites for their artistic and cultural significance. Many of these are accessible for visitors to marvel over, including the essential core four of Park Guell, Casa Batllo, Casa Mila, and Sagrada Familia.

Here are a selection of photographs of Antoni Gaudi’s masterclass works in Barcelona, Spain.

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Florence’s Must-See Artistic Masterpieces

Under the Tuscan sun is where one can discover the birthplace of the Renaissance — Florence. The capital of the Italy’s region of Tuscany is rife with the legacies of renowned Renaissance figures such as Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Raphael, Donatello, Botticelli, Titian, and Giambologna, all of whom projected the ideals of the flourishing period of cultural rebirth and revival into their artwork.

A treasure trove for art lovers, Florence is the keeper of many of the greatest artistic masterpieces of the Western world. Here are a selection of photographs of the marvelous sculptures and glorious paintings waiting to be seen in Florence, Italy.

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Hyatt Regency Vancouver Presents “Gingerbread Lane”

Keeping with annual holiday tradition, the Hyatt Regency Vancouver presents “Gingerbread Lane“, a delicious display of gingerbread houses and sugary-sweet creations from local culinary professionals, artists, and students. The public is invited to view these works of art and encouraged to make donations in support of the Make a Wish Foundation.

Last week, I took a walk through this winter wonderland and snapped some photos (using my Moto X smartphone) of the featured festive creations…

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