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1. My Research into the Provenance of a Painting
It wasn't until I saw a segment on 'Antiques Roadshow' that I decided to research a painting I owned. I will share what led to interesting twists and turns and spending many hours on the project.

2. No Stress Art
If you want to enjoy art on your own or share it with family or friends, you don't need to be knowledgeable about the artist or technique. No worries. I will discuss non-judgmental space.

3. Influence of the Orient in Art
Japan was closed to the West until the mid-1800s, when trade with Europe began. Many artists were influenced by Japanese painters and printmakers. I will discuss my findings.

4. Good and Evil in Art
In reality, as well as in art, there is the fight for good vs evil. I will discuss the multitude of ways this dichotomy is portrayed in art.

5. Gray / Grey in Art
To explain, gray is the preferred in the American English language, grey is other English-speaking countries. I will use them interchangeably and discuss works by famous artists.

6. Art Mediums – Work on Paper
You've heard the phrase, "My child could draw that!" Well, maybe, but some artists had the forethought to apply a unique idea to paper. I will discuss.

7. Studying Art Abroad - 20th century
Whether it was the wealthy during the Grand Tour or artists wanting to make copies of masterpieces, questions as to the where, why, whom I will discuss.

8. Automata (and Related) in Art
Automation has advanced to the existence of AI. From mythology to reality, I will discuss the wonder of these fascinating moving, mechanical devices. Where knowledge meets technology.

9. The Circle and Sphere in Art
These 2-D and 3-D geometric figures are common in the history of art. I will discuss the obvious and offer new perspectives.

10. Fine Art Photography vs AI
With declining auction prices for traditional photographs and the advancement of technology, has AI captured the public's attention on how we see the world?



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