Modern Masters

I must admit, I am a little sad about having to blog about the art gallery :( However, I will do my best to give my honest opinion. Also, I don't think you gave any guidelines as to length or other specifics, so don't expect a work of genius--I'm just whipping something up :)

Okay, I have visited the art gallery in Insalaco a few times this year. Many of the times I have been impressed, and others...not so much. Sadly, this was one of the "not so much" visits. The exhibit was coined "Modern Masters" as it displays many famous modern works of art. One of the few things that did impress me was the amount of work done by well known artists. It's so nice that Misericordia can house some of these in their modest gallery. Also, a painting that I did enjoy was an untitled piece by Eugene Berman. I loved all the swirls of colors. It was nice to see a modern painting with a modern flair without losing it's shape. To me it looked like the setting of a mysterious murder scene: several men leaving the ally with guns, old brick building, and a neat town behind. Of course, it's probably meant to be something completely different lol.

Sadly, I must say that other than a few pieces I did not really enjoy the exhibit. I know it doesn't seem very open-minded but I didn't see a lot of talent in the works. Not to say that the artists aren't talented, as I'm sure they are. However, I don't particularly see talent in the type of art they practice. For instance, I know Picasso was an excellent painter. His early works are beautiful--You can tell that he has such raw talent. However, as he gets older he wants to learn how to do modern paintings. My question is why?? Why would you want to learn how to paint like a five year old, when you already have the skill to paint like Rembrandt? Although, I have seen some of Picasso's later works, and I do see the talent in many of his modern pieces. I am not ignorant enough to not see the genius in all of his work. However, for the most part many of the pieces in the exhibit looked like child's play. An example being Alexender Calder's untitled piece. What is so great about that?? It's a bunch of colored dots!! This is one piece where I feel confident in saying I could do the same :)

Sorry this post became more of a ranting session for me. I did see talent in some of the works, I guess I just don't appreciate that type of art. I would like to say that I'll work on appreciating it or that I'll try to become more open-minded, but I don't think I want to. I love artwork. When we went to Italy, I was overwhelmed with the beauty surrounding me: Cathedrals, art museums, architecture, statues...That's my type of art and I'm okay with that :)

GLeeK

So, I have not been able to watch an episode of lost for close to a month now. I finally caught up with all five seasons on Netflix, but the sixth season is almost over on T.V. I'm going to have to wait til it comes out on DVD :( Such a sadness... Fortunately, I found a new show that I love. Glee!! Will is so adorable and how can you resist all the singing and dancing?? Needless to say, I am very content with my new show. It's funny too--added bonus!

I've really just been having a very fun and relaxing weekend--I really should do some much dreaded homework. I have my first in class test in phil on Tues. All the others have been take home essay tests. Although, they've been difficult I've had time to think about them. I'm doing pretty good in the class now, but I have a sinking feeling that might change :( I need to study tons and tons. Tonight, I think we're just going to watch a movie. As always, can't wait til summer :)

A few of my favorite things...

I will now share with you my newest obsessions, because I'm sure you really want to know lol. For my hair, I am crazy about anything Frderic Fekkai. They, hands down, have the best hair products. I still remember a time when I thought Pantene was the best shampoo one could buy haha. Fekkai will take your hair to new levels :) For makeup, it has to be lip gloss. More specifically Buxom lip gloss in Bambi. Sadly, this is an obsession that I do not own yet :( It is a beautiful coral color--so lovely for spring and summer. I can't wait to pick it up! For clothes, I am definitely into beautiful scarves. For the obsessions I don't own yet...no worries. I will soon start my new job :/ Do not really want to work, but I am looking forward to getting some desperately needed clothes and makeup :)

Alright, that was really self-centered but I have to let it out somewhere. Anyway, like many other Sundays I will be doing a little homework. Then, later I am going to be watching the American Country Music Awards!! Right now, I'm listening to Jewel's new single "Stay Here Forever" :) Really likin it!

The Masters

So, right now I am just enjoying a wonderful Sunday watching The Masters. I love watching golf and there is nothing better than the Masters. It is so beautiful and serene and the tradition of it all is so great. I am a huge Tiger fan, but I really want Phil or Freddie Couples to win this one. Westwood is a little too boring for me--sorry Lee :) I do have some homework to work on tonight, but it's pretty hard to break away from the last day at The Masters :)

This has been a really fun weekend. Friday I had off, so I hung out with a couple of my friends. Saturday, I went shopping with my mom and I was able to make a few purchases. Plus, we got ice cream at Coldstone--my first Coldstone :) Then, today I went to church and now get to watch golf for the rest of the day :) I usually watch it with my brother, but he is working at Edgewood--Oh, well. Just a side note, I can't wait til summer!!!

Easter Celebrations

So, Easter was really amazing...ummm. Okay, so Christmas is my all time favorite holiday--like no other holiday can touch it. However, I think I always forget how awesome Easter is--I should give it a little more credit lol. Celebrating in church was really beautiful. I so enjoy Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday mass. I love St. Judes!! It can look like a mess, but it feels like home. Their is nothing as comforting as going to your church on a holiday. Holy Saturday was quite fun too. We had a ton of friends over--really fun. Today we got up and searched for our baskets :) Then, we went to church. The rest of the afternoon was pretty low key. I felt reallllly tired all day. I'm not sure if it was a crash from all the sugar or if I'm coming down with the cold my brother has. I'm leaning towards the latter, which is sad because it's so beautiful out. I was able to get out for a bit today. What else?? Oh yeah, I got to see some of my peeps home from college! And, even better, my sister came home from DC!

I just got done watching New Moon. I totally admit to loving the twilight saga, but the books are definitely better. Now, I am up posting (almost forgot). I am feeling a little sad because I know break is coming to an end :( I suck at change--just an FYI. For some reason I feel slightly lonely and I usually never do... I think it's just break coming to an end and my sister leaving today and my brother's not home. Yeah, that's definitely it lol. I should go to bed--I have to get up and do a crapload of homework :( Yet, another reason for the sadness. I don't know. I'm hoping this will be a really great week. Oh, and I just remembered I forgot to take a quiz online ahahaha--sucks.

Oh, just one more thing. The pic up top has nothing to do with my post lol. It's from several years ago and I actually am not lookin too good. But, for some reason it's really comforting to me tonight. It looks like I'm working on a paper for some class in high school. My puppy's behind me, I have my planner out, books everywhere, tea on the table...I love how somethings never change :)

LOST and a lack of sleep

I am really quite tired today. I think I got more than 8 hours, but I still feel really exhausted boooooo. I have some homework to do, but I don't know how much I will get done tonight. I still have your essay to write :( If I don't get a ton accomplished tonight, I love that I always have tomorrow morning--It's such a nice way to ease into the week. I'm thinking this week will go by fast--I'm very excited about Easter!!

On a side note, last night I was able to catch up on some LOST episodes. I am now on Season 5...It is so addicting. It's really the only show I follow anymore. I used to follow so many in high school, but I guess I can't squeeze them all in anymore. Oh well, it's probably for the best and I am totally content with LOST. Not only does it have an amazingly intriguing plot, but it also has an abundance of hotties...Dr. Jack Shepherd ;)

Unhealthy Obsession

Today, I am feeling particularly hungry for new makeup. I know in my last post I promised to talk more about Italy, but it's just not going to happen...at least, not today. Okay, so back to the makeup. I really feel bad that I like makeup so much--it's a little weird and I am going to try to work on not spending so much time being focused on myself. However, since this is a blog and, even better, a blog that no one reads, I feel pretty free to blah blah about my newest obsessions. Right now I am really wishing I had MAC's paint pots in "painterly". This is a creamy, base eyeshadow that glides on your lids for a flawless look. I realllllly want one, but I will have to wait until I have a job to get one. Oh, well--no more makeup talk!

On a less superficial note, I am looking forward to the rest of my Sunday afternoon. I have some homework to do, but I think I'll take a walk and maybe watch a movie later...if I have the time :)