Hello, and welcome back to the labyrinth. In today's post, I would like to talk about the importance of the arts and culture, and what they might mean, in our lives. For me, art, in any form, can be inspiring and regenerative, can stun the senses creating wonderment (for example, the first time I saw Turner's work in London, and Monet's work in Paris - all I could say and think was 'Wow...'), and can massively enhance our mood. It feels good to read a great book, to be an audience member at a great play, film or concert, or to produce something creative yourself, doesn't it? Culture, for me, represents humanity in action - the road map of how we have lived and are living, and what we think, feel and believe. In today's multi-cultural society, then, the inevitable blending of artistic and cultural ideas should be more interesting and exciting than ever.
Showing posts with label London. Show all posts
Showing posts with label London. Show all posts
Saturday, 10 May 2014
Arts and Culture: Importance, meaning and the Arts Council.
Hello, and welcome back to the labyrinth. In today's post, I would like to talk about the importance of the arts and culture, and what they might mean, in our lives. For me, art, in any form, can be inspiring and regenerative, can stun the senses creating wonderment (for example, the first time I saw Turner's work in London, and Monet's work in Paris - all I could say and think was 'Wow...'), and can massively enhance our mood. It feels good to read a great book, to be an audience member at a great play, film or concert, or to produce something creative yourself, doesn't it? Culture, for me, represents humanity in action - the road map of how we have lived and are living, and what we think, feel and believe. In today's multi-cultural society, then, the inevitable blending of artistic and cultural ideas should be more interesting and exciting than ever.
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Friday, 9 May 2014
Creative Maze - Photography
For today's Creative Maze, I wanted to share this collage that I made from my recent trip to London. I have hundreds of photos of London and so recently I thought that it might be fun to revisit the older ones and put them together in themes.
These are very recent photos though. Still, I'm in a photography mood lately so I'll be doing more collages like this. It's all about creativity and having fun!
Happy Friday!!!!!
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Wednesday, 7 May 2014
Food - Calamari & Peppered Steak Salad
I'm here once again with some lovely food porn! This time it's not just one dish....today we've got TWO!!! This was a truly delicious lunch that I had in London last week. It was so delicious that the taste memory is still very much alive! Above is the calamari that I had as a starter and below is the peppered steak salad that I had as a main dish. Each dish was superb.
The calamari was fried, but it was as light as a feather and it wasn't rubbery at all. The peppered steak salad was so fresh and delicious! The steak was seasoned just right....with just the right peppery kick. I had this wonderful lunch at a place called Sophie's in Covent Garden. All that I have to say is YUM!!!!!Until next time...
Saturday, 12 April 2014
Arts & Culture: Graduation Day at the Barbican - Update
Hello readers and welcome again to Arts & Culture.
You may remember that a couple of weeks ago I graduated at the Barbican in London, and I posted a YouTube video and a link to the Barbican website? Well, my graduation day was long and we all had sore feet at the end of the day, but it was absolutely brilliant. The Open University had the ceremony arranged perfectly, and walking across the stage to accept my degree was a lot less scary than I'd expected! Here's a shot of me just after the presentation:
You may remember that a couple of weeks ago I graduated at the Barbican in London, and I posted a YouTube video and a link to the Barbican website? Well, my graduation day was long and we all had sore feet at the end of the day, but it was absolutely brilliant. The Open University had the ceremony arranged perfectly, and walking across the stage to accept my degree was a lot less scary than I'd expected! Here's a shot of me just after the presentation:
Saturday, 29 March 2014
Arts and Culture : Graduation Day at the Barbican
Hi everyone, and a very Happy Saturday to you all.
I'm REALLY excited today, as I'm graduating this afternoon after four wonderful years of study! I live in the far west of England, but chose to graduate at the Barbican in London, as I'm from London originally, my close family still live there, and it makes for a great day out. A weekend away is always a bonus, too. I remember going to a classical music concert at the Barbican when my husband and I were first dating, but that was years ago (Okay, not that long!), and I hadn't realised what a fascinating place it is. I thought it might be interesting to show you a little about it, and, if you like, they have a dedicated YouTube channel where you can watch more of what goes on there.
I'm REALLY excited today, as I'm graduating this afternoon after four wonderful years of study! I live in the far west of England, but chose to graduate at the Barbican in London, as I'm from London originally, my close family still live there, and it makes for a great day out. A weekend away is always a bonus, too. I remember going to a classical music concert at the Barbican when my husband and I were first dating, but that was years ago (Okay, not that long!), and I hadn't realised what a fascinating place it is. I thought it might be interesting to show you a little about it, and, if you like, they have a dedicated YouTube channel where you can watch more of what goes on there.
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Thursday, 27 March 2014
The Daily Maze
On This Day:
On this day in 1905, fingerprint technology was used for the first time in London in a high profile murder case. Read about it via history.com here.
Wednesday, 26 March 2014
The Daily Maze
On This Day:
On this day in 1973, women were admitted to the Stock Exchange in London.
Read about it via BBC On This Day here.
On this day in 1973, women were admitted to the Stock Exchange in London.
Read about it via BBC On This Day here.
Thursday, 20 March 2014
The Daily Maze
On This Day:
On this day in 1966 the football World Cup was stolen from an exhibition in London.
You can read about it and watch a video via BBC On This Day here.
On this day in 1966 the football World Cup was stolen from an exhibition in London.
You can read about it and watch a video via BBC On This Day here.
Tuesday, 4 March 2014
The Daily Maze
On This Day:
On this day in 1975,
Charlie Chaplin was knighted in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace, London.
Click here
for more information and a video.
Saturday, 1 March 2014
The Daily Maze
On This Day:
On this day in 1711, the first issue of The Spectator was published in London.
Read about it in Encyclopaedia Britannica here.
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