Fiction
The mischievous matchmaker
Once upon a time in the quaint town of Willowbrook, there lived a mischievous matchmaker named Matil. With a twinkle in her eye and a mischievous grin on her face, Matilda delighted in bringing people together, often in the most unexpected ways.
By emmanuel edem3 years ago in Art
A very messy bed
It was the lowest point of my life. Out on the streets, nowhere to stay, nowhere to go, nothing to my name but a bottle of Stolichnaya I had lifted from the convenience store on the corner. The only thing to keep me warm on a cold night out in the city.
By Raymond G. Taylor3 years ago in Art
The picture of Elizabeth Moody
“Beautiful isn’t it?” I barely heard the voice, as I stood in the Dulwich Picture Gallery, my gaze lifted to the canvas, enthralled by the image of a young woman in a landscape with two small children, all three adorned with lavish flowing fabrics. It wasn’t the sumptuous costumes that captivated my attention, so much as the expression on the lady’s face, which wore an enigmatic smile as the wearer gazed into the distance. The complexion of the subject had been applied with a liberal use of China white, giving the face an almost ghostly appearance.”
By Raymond G. Taylor3 years ago in Art
The Hand of Humility
There are men who sit astride their world as giants, and there are three truths about these men, her mother would say. Three immutable truths. First, they will assume women are weak. Second, they believe they are smarter than everyone around them. Finally, they are convinced that they are irresistible.
By S. A. Crawford3 years ago in Art
Canadian wildfire maps show where fires continue to burn across Quebec, Ontario and more provinces
iAs the scorchng summer heat intensifies, Canada finds itself grappling with a severe wildfire season in 2023. Vast areas of Ontario and Quebec have been engulfed in flames, posing a significant threat to communities, wildlife, and the environment. With firefighters and emergency response teams working tirelessly to combat the blazes, it is crucial to understand the magnitude and impact of these wildfires and the ongoing efforts to bring them under control. Read more...
By saif khalid3 years ago in Art
Julian Sands in A Room With a View:
In the vast realm of cinema, certain films possess the power to touch the hearts of viewers, leaving an indelible mark on their lives. Among these transformative movies is "Room with a View," a 1985 British romantic drama that not only launched the career of actor Julian Sands but also resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. This article delves into the impact of "Room with a View," exploring its significance in Julian Sands' career and the profound effect it had on the lives of those who experienced its enchanting narrative. Read more..
By saif khalid3 years ago in Art
Losing my Cezanne
Standing in the National Portrait Gallery looking up at Picasso, it suddenly clicked. He had no brush. No brush! A painter without a brush, a king without a sword. The pallet held a few dollops of almost color but it was an irrelevance. The man, the artist, the painter in the painting could no longer paint. Pablo had lost his mentor, his father figure, he was a man unmanned. Cezanne was gone forever. A world without Cezanne? It was unthinkable.
By Raymond G. Taylor3 years ago in Art
