Gemstone studded jewelry can be magnetic, hypnotic or even leave us wanting to know more. Masters of storytelling, some pieces were created in great houses which started in Europe a century or more ago. What separates them from other jewelry manufacturers is their insistence on craftsmanship and expertise in old-world skill. That allows them to convey […]
Dear Artsperts, An artist once told me that he sets his prices based on how long the work of art took him to complete. Is this typical for how prices are determined for works of art? Sincerely, Priced Dear Priced, That is not a typical method for artists in determining prices. Many artists find that […]
That is a pretty obvious statement, I know. We often hear how important it is to hydrate and stay inside during the heat of the day, but a recent family medical emergency has given me a much greater respect for what heat can do to your body. My brother nearly lost his life this Summer […]
“And since the preservation of the sacred fire of liberty, and the destiny of the Republican model of Government, are justly considered as deeply, perhaps as finally staked, on the experiment entrusted to the hands of the American people.” George Washington, first inaugural address, April 30, 1789. The idea of liberty and the republican model […]
Growing up and living in Naples, a town where most dream of vacationing to, has always sparked questions from those not-so-lucky to live in the “239” to ask, “Where do YOU go for vacation?!” As a person whose entire life has centered around travel, most of which has been for work, I have to say […]
The Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center is excited to host The Luncheon, its Winter fundraising event, in person for the first time in two years! To mark the museum’s 20th Anniversary at the end of 2021, The Luncheon will feature a special performance of the new short play “Remember -The Story of Abe Price” […]
For the first time in my 48 years as a City of Naples resident this past Season even with the pandemic was probably one of the best and definitely the longest lasting ever. In a normal year March 31st, was the first sign of a mini exodus from Naples. Car carriers were reported being seen […]
Having just went through having a scare from Tropical Storm/Hurricane Elsa we are very aware that it’s hurricane season in Southwest Florida. A July update still shows the 2021 hurricane season predicted to be another busy one. Fresh off of Elsa impacting our state, Colorado State University has released an update to its hurricane season […]
Did I turn the dishwasher on? Does Liam have an outfit for school pictures on Friday? Will I have time to run to the grocery store? Are bananas on the list? What should I make for dinner? I need to schedule a dentist appointment for Sophia.” These are the types of thoughts that keep many […]