It's been a bit rubbish lately hasn't it. As such I have been struggling for inspiration to write, but I can't let Christmas slip by without writing about why we all celebrate this day (supposedly). This year, the message of this painting might be particularly important, especially for those who are in the UK, and... Continue Reading →
Young Sick Bacchus – Caravaggio
I expect by now you're all sick of the left overs and the amount of drink you have in the house. Dreading tonight's turkey curry, and another glass of sherry, so just imagine what it would be like if your life was just one party full of feasts and wine. As appealing as it sounds,... Continue Reading →
Joseph and Potiphar’s Wife – Orazio Gentileschi
Bored housewife seeks slave to cater to her every whim... Well that is what Potiphar's wife should have been advertising for, since this was in the time before tinder and meeting someone meant actually having to be in the same place at the same time. I am pretty sure that the woman in this painting would go down a... Continue Reading →
Judith beheading Holofernes – Caravaggio
Judith...she was a bit of a dude wasn't she. Sexy seductress, murdering temptress and victorious saviour. Caravaggio captures all of this in his picture, selecting the defining moment of Judith to portray. Painted in 1599 this work has been talked about as a masterpiece within a masterpiece, but let's look at what is going... Continue Reading →