The Beauty of Art: 'Venice' by Russian painter Gleb Goloubetski, Part 2

Would like to share with you today this inspiring artwork from Venice from the very talented Russian painter / impressionist Gleb Goloubetski. What an interesting techniques and delightful coloruse he is using here. Earlier I wrote more blogs about ART, SEE HERE

The artist, Gleb Goloubetski

More about Gleb

Born in Omsk in the former Soviet Union in 1975, Gleb Goloubetski displayed noticeable artistic talent as a child under the tutelage of his father who was also a successful painter.

Gleb's formal training came from his studies at the highly acclaimed academy in St Petersburg where his work attracted much attention. Gleb's inspiration comes primarily from the aged architecture and geography of Europe. He travels extensively in the United Kingdom, the Mediterranean, the Far East, and Maui looking for images to paint. When he finds a view that inspires him, Gleb will sit and absorb it for some time, paying particular attention to how the natural light conditions of the day influence his perspective and moreover his emotional response.

Returning to his main studio in St Petersburg, Gleb will sit and consider his reference material. Reminding himself of scale, he then begins to paint. It is Gleb's emotional response to the subject that he conveys to the canvas, in oil, with only his palette knife.

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Source: TUTT' ART

Flashback: The Chanel Cruise 2016-17 show in Havana, Cuba

Would like to share with you today this flashback of the Chanel Cruise 2016-17 show in Havana, Cuba. This is a repost of my blog I published earlier on 05-05-2016. 

Chanel sets Havana as a picturesque scene for its Caribbean-infused Cruise collection. On Tuesday night at the historic Paseo del Prado, Lagerfeld presented a collection that delicately reflected the influence of Cuban silhouettes and motifs including models smoking cigars, shirts that read "Viva Coco Libre!" and a few berets "irreverently evoking 'Commander' Che Guevara". See below for an impression. Be Inspired ......  

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Sources: Fashionista and BOF
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Beautiful Garden Designs: 'Notting Hill Garden' by Butter Wakefield UK

 
Long time readers know already how I much I love beautiful gardens. Below you will find this fantastic garden design 'Notting Hill Garden' by Butter Wakefield Garden Design. What a beauty to see! Just Enjoy ...... Earlier I wrote more blogs about garden design, SEE HERE








Butter Wakefield, the garden designer

More about the garden designer

Butter grew up on the East Coast of America, on a little farm outside of Baltimore, Maryland.  Her love for dogs, ponies and all things outdoors taught her at an early age the responsibility and hard work that accompanies these pleasures.  Her mother, aunt and grandfather were all keen and accomplished gardeners, and she remembers with great fondness wandering around their beautiful gardens as a child - her deep appreciation of beautiful surroundings and passion for gardening is a family inheritance running deep in her veins. 

Butter trained at the English Gardening School (1997/1998) completing the Year Diploma Course in Plants and Plantsmanship and winning two prizes. More recently she graduated from The London College of Garden Design (2013/2014) with a Merit Commended. Originally she worked as an interior design assistant at Colefax and Fowler on Brook Street where she was trained in the world of decorative interiors.  It was there that her love of the creative process took hold as she learned about scale, texture, pattern, colour and the principles and practices of design.

Butter Wakefield Garden Design is a small design studio offering a very unique and personal service. Butter has over 15 years of experience creating many inspirational and purposeful gardens of all sizes both in London and beyond. She has a profound love for her job and her clients and takes a tremendous amount of time and care over them both. 

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Source: Butter Wakefield Garden Design
Photography: Ellie Walpole

Happy Mother's Day 2025

To all Moms, Grannies, Stepmoms, Foster Moms, Pet Moms and those who lost their Moms.

All Moms are Priceless!

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Furniture Design: Sofa 'My beautiful Backside' by Doshi Levien for Moroso

Interesting furniture designs by Anglo-Indian designers Doshi Levien for Moroso. Doshi and Levien's work combines influences from their respective Indian and European backgrounds. The first collection the duo designed for Moroso was a series of daybeds called "Charpoy" featuring colourful embroidered Indian mattresses. Doshi Levien's next collection for Moroso, the "My Beautiful Backside" range of sofas, was also heavily influenced by Doshi's Indian background. It's a seating collection launched by Moroso during Milan Design Week 2008. Inspired by a miniature painting of an Indian princess in her palace, sitting on the floor surrounded by multiples of cushions. This blogpost is a repost of my blog from December 2014. Earlier I wrote more blogs about Interior Design, SEE HERE

The designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien. Milan - Portrait by Jamie Morgan.

More about Doshi Levien
Doshi Levien is an internationally acclaimed design studio founded by designers Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien. Nipa grew up in India and studied design at the National Institute of Design, founded on the manifesto by Charles and Ray Eames. Jonathan trained in fine cabinet making followed by industrial design. They met at the Royal College of Art and have been working together for over 10 years in their London studio.

Nipa and Jonathan bring together many worlds in their work. Nipa’s approach is rooted in her plural upbringing and astute eye for visual culture. Jonathan’s approach is rooted in industrial precision, combined with the sensuality of a makers hand and deep understanding of materials. Working across disciplines and industries, Doshi Levien’s work celebrates the hybrid and explores the coming together of cultures, technology, industrial design and fine craftsmanship. They have created work for industry leaders Moroso, Kvadrat, B&B italia, Cappellini, Camper, Swarovski, Galerie Kreo, museums and cultural institutions.

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Sources: DEZEEN and Doshi Levien

Fashion: Elegant & glamorous dresses by Sherri Hill Spring 2025 (02)

Take a look at this Spring 2025 Prom Dress collection from fashion designer Sherri Hill. The collection embodies glamour and sophistication ..... This season's designs feature breathtaking silhouettes, intricate embellishments and luxurious fabrics that captivate every fashion-forward individual. Later on I will show some more gowns from this fantastic designer. Be Inspired ...... 

More about the brand Sherri Hill
Sherri Hill’s exclusive dress collections epitomize the fashionable lifestyle of today’s trendsetting women. Each dress is designed to enhance and fit the female form with fashion-forward styling and wearability. Her design career began to gain recognition when various Miss USA, Miss Universe and Miss America contestants won titles in her gowns. Now, the Hill family business has a network of over 1,000 stores selling the brand in over 52 countries. In 2017 Sherri Hill headquarters moved to a sleek space in Austin, Texas. The Hill’s also maintain a dress design studio and showroom in Atlanta.

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Source: SHERRI HILL
Photos: courtesy of Sherri Hill