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Velvet taking a smartphone picture while in Hermoupolis, Syros.

January 22, 2020

How to Take Better Pictures With a Smartphone

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Over the last few years, I have learned (unintentionally) to take better pictures with a smartphone for three reasons. The first reason is that I don’t actually own a DSLR…

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A neon sign that reads 'ART' against a black background

October 9, 2019

Current and Upcoming Art Exhibitions

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Being in the great outdoors, hiking, watching nature’s transformation or going off the grid, is undoubtedly one of the rewarding experiences – especially now in Fall. But I also think…

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A painting by Josh Buyer named Buntzen Lake.

February 7, 2019

Josh Byer :: Meet The Artist Who Put Faux Fauvism on the Map

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One of the best ways to tell your story is by showcasing the art you like. You see art is so much more than a mere image. Art stirs emotions…

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Maria Banou, a potter while painting one of her creations in her workshop. Image by Velvet.

October 11, 2018

Meet Maria Banou :: An Inspiring Ceramics Artist

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I first met Maria, a ceramics artist, a couple of years ago in Syros. Her workshop was quite impressive, packed with her ceramic creations. She was gentle, humble and really…

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Partial view of the Museum of Modern Art in NYC looking from a window inside it.

October 5, 2018

Go Here :: Art Exhibitions

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Visiting an art exhibition is like a little treat. If that exhibition happens to be really good, then it’s a big treat. In any case, there are plenty of them…

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A portrait of Marina Vernicos with her camera while in action.

September 13, 2018

Marina Vernicos :: The Sea Queen

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You know a great photographer when you see one! Each great photograph has the power to communicate the photographer’s essence without words. It sparks up emotions, thoughts and even haunts…

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Elizabetta Rizzato standing in the Forest of Lamps exhibition installation at the first Digital Art Museum in Tokyo. Image copyright: Italianbark.

June 29, 2018

Must See :: The Digital Art Museum in Tokyo

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Japan is one the fastest growing travel destinations. It surely is one of the most fascinating too. And a new attraction is giving travelers an additional reason to visit her…

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Close up image of an experimental painting with thin rings of white and black paints. Image by Lurm on Unsplash.

June 8, 2018

4 Art Exhibitions Not To Be Missed

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The weekend is finally here and so many of you might be going away on a getaway. Lucky you. Traveling is one of those things I can’t get enough of……

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A ship sailing in a deep blue sea. Image by Stratos Kalafatis

July 4, 2017

The Rising Star: Photography

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Hi everyone! I hope you have a great Independence Day! So, onto a quick question: how many photos did you take this weekend or planning to take during July 4th…

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March 9, 2017

Artwork by Denise Riga

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Lately, I have intentionally let myself get lost in the mesmerizing world of art, for I find art is one of my greatest healers and motivation boosters. Blame this mood…

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