Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

Aside from the Edward Hopper exhibit, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts was beyond impressive. We had no idea how huge it is and only saw about a third of its collection. It definitely calls for another trip!

The Faberge flowers were exquisite.

Ancient art from east and west.

This was a huge piece of art "painted" entirely with pins. I would not have the patience!

This painting was equally large and painted in layers with resin in between, which gave it a lot of depth.

 The details in this piece were stunning as well!

As we were eating lunch we watched this bridal party taking photos. They must have been freezing as it was not a warm day!

We were lucky in the timing of our trip. Just three days before, this statue was moved from Times Square in New York City to it's new permanent location at the VMFA.

A magnificent work of art!

Hopefully you enjoyed this little stroll through the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. It's definitely worth a visit! I know we'll be back...

I wish you all a relaxing Sunday! We are getting ready for the start of school tomorrow. Let the fun begin! :)

❧ Silke

Museum Inspiration

After we left Washington, DC, we visited our friend Sheila who took us to the American Visionary Art Museum in Baltimore.

What a place ~~ pure inspiration and so much fun!!

While we were not allowed to take any photos on the inside (you can click here to see more of their collections), the outside of the museum was equally captivating.

I thought you might enjoy some of the art and the museum itself!

Love this picture of the two of us! 

An artist is hatched...

Before I continue with some more photos from our road trip, we'll have a giveaway that starts tomorrow.

So, be sure to come back to visit!!

Pittsburgh to NY

We just got back from our road trip and had the most amazing time! I am on inspiration overload - it's that way every time we get on the road. I don't know what it is, but my mind works in warp speed as I am looking out the car windows and spend time with family and friends. We visited so many different places and took so many photos that you'll have to bear with me for a few days - I want to show you all of it! Well, at least some of it...
The two photos above are of the old train station in Pittsburgh that has been converted into apartments. Our nephew lives there and we got to stay with him - isn't it a gorgeous building?

The photo below just made me laugh - everyone on their cell phones. Actually, Daniel was just posing...

On our way to a wonderful museum called The Mattress Factory, we sort of got lost and found these two amazingly brightly colored building.



At The Mattress Factory, we saw some great interactive exhibits! It was fun being able to get "into" the art and be part of it. We had great fun!
The craziest game of Twister...



A last view of Pittsburgh before we hit the road toward Niagara Falls.I was surprised at all the vineyards around Lake Erie - so beautiful!

And one teaser photo of what's to come tomorrow...
Also tomorrow, I am going to visit your blogs! I've missed you all!!