Arlington War Memorial
Arlington has some neat spots and the war memorial area is no exception. There is a little garden area and a couple of neat monuments.
It’s a very nice little area.
Sarah
Painting Class
I started a new painting class where we are learning some renaissance painting techniques. For this class we are going to reproduce a renaissance portrait.
It took me a long time to figure out what painting I wanted to work on.
My first thought was this painting of Suzanne Fourment by Ruben. I like her hat though her boobage is a bit much.
or Dame a la Licorne by Raphael. I mean, a Unicorn…awesome
or the lovely dark-haired girl in La Famille et Sainte Catherine by Ribera. I looked at several Saint Catherine portraits. She was a princess who through her own knowledge and learning came to know Jesus and debated with all the pagan scholars of the day and one. She was executed and her “symbol” is a wagon wheel and books of knowledge.
But I finally decided on La Magdelene by Luini.
She is at the National Gallery in DC and it will be so exciting to go and see her in person after I’ve done my interpretation. I love the green dress and the red-ish hair. Her token jar of perfume is in her hands which is lovely as well.
I’ll be posting updates on my painting as it progresses. Don’t hope for too much.
Sarah
Town Day 2013 – Sept 21
In late September every year, there is a town day celebration in Arlington Center. It is the epitome of a cute small-town festival and this year, the weather was perfect.
It was crowded but fun. We bought some pastries from a local bakery’s booth and walked around and saw the sights. It is a fun event and we’ll be back!
Sarah
Downton Abbey Finds: Season 1 Episode 7
It’s the end of Season 1. Mary has thrown over Matthew, we find out about and lose a baby boy, Mrs. Patmore has eye surgery, and we learn the whole story about Mr. Bates.
Mary spends some extra time in London with Lady Rosamund, Lord Grantham’s sister. She has a great hat but I love this military riding coat look. I can see it being paired with something flowing and sparkly peaking out underneath. Lady Mary’s all white suit is good in concept but it doesn’t quite fit her right or something but I do love the umbrellas.
Lady Sybil looks beautiful as usual. I love the skirt and blouse. I could wear either of them today. The little black low-heeled shoes are also super cute. I need a pair like that. As always the house is stunning. This is the entry way. Wood paneling, cool lamp sculpture, neat wallpaper/tapestry.
Cora is expecting and we see the Dowager Countess in the same purple dress and lace over-dress as in Episode 6 when I commented on her cameo. The two things that stand out: The Chaise, and the fireplace screen. I also love the big mirror above the fireplace that reflects the Four Poster bed. The sconces are pretty good too and the simple flower arrangement on the mantel is so sweet.
I hope you’ve enjoyed season 1 of my Downton Abbey Finds series. I’ll keep going since I’m having so much fun. What’s your favorite find from the series?
Sarah
sheila zimmermann
10/5/2013 | 3:31 pm Permalink
I think you have made a good choice. Have fun.