Art Appreciation

Camille Gizzarelli

I will be speaking about natural and man-made rock, not the music genre. From pre-historic days to today, rock has been used in art and architecture for its durability and beauty. I will discuss.

Camille Gizzarelli

Dress from the time of the Egyptians to Tudor England are known primarily from the art left behind for future generations. Fashion dates paintings and identifies artists. I will explain.

Camille Gizzarelli

The Roman goddess Venus is the counterpart to Greece's Aphrodite. From marble statues to figurines, her persona was revered and interpreted by many cultures. I will discuss.

Camille Gizzarelli

Glass is an indispensable component of art. Used in architecture, as an art form, or protecting great works in museums, I will discuss its significance.

Camille Gizzarelli

In our present-day culture, the drinking of alcohol can be celebratory, or it can be used in excess. But what if you were a teetotaler? Covered! I will discuss how artists best conveyed its consumption.

Camille Gizzarelli

Light affects our senses of sight and touch. Along with shadow, they are essential in the visual arts for varied effects. I will identify the many ways artists express themselves by using light.