Apr 22, 2022
When studying the columns of Trajan (113 AD) and Marcus Aurelius (c. 190 AD), I cannot help thinking of them as the inspiration for the Bayeux Tapestry. Although, there is no record to my knowledge of Bishop Odo visiting Rome. The spiralling upwards bas relief reads...
Dec 11, 2021
Art Deco was an international movement that had a variety of influences, innovative and decorative. There were several drivers behind the movement. The post WWI generation, the invention of new and improved materials as well as the advances in providing an electricity...
Jan 3, 2021
Harry Clarke (1889-1931) I have a hope that all young artists (and in particular illustrators and graphic artists) study the work of Harry Clarke. A superb illustrator, colourist, designer, draughtsman and graphic artist. Costume and shoe designers could also learn a...
Dec 23, 2020
I believe that every student of architecture and architectural history should make at least one pilgrimage to the truly astonishing basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona (also known as Expiatory Temple of the Holy Family). It is beyond compare in terms of...
Oct 30, 2019
Antoni Gaudi i Cornet’s (1852 to 1926) unique style can easily be identified by his buildings in the city of Barcelona and at the Park Guell on the outskirts. It is difficult to unpick fully the varied influences that Gaudi drew upon for his creations. However, this...
