All Things ART

Ravenna: Glimpses of Gold

Ravenna was one of those places where the beauty is often found inside — in the colours, the details, and the extraordinary mosaics that have survived through the centuries. We came to Ravenna for the mosaics, and that was exactly where we spent our time — going from one church Read more…

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Fun Car Plates

We were recently in Allison, Ontario for the Potato Festival. There were no potatoes. But, there were lots and lots of vintage cars. From one block to the next and to the next. Shiny, colorful, well kept, pride of the owner kind of cars. I had fun taking photos of Read more…

By emarene, ago
All Things ART

St. Jacobs, Ontario

When you mention St. Jacobs, what comes to mind is the market, abundance of retail shops and Mennonite heritage. This time we visited St. Jacobs to meet up with friends and check out the new murals I heard has been added. “Unravel” Located on the side of Hotel 52 by Read more…

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2024 Street Alive Orillia – 2

For Orillia’s Street Alive 2024 the town is celebrating with flowers. 60 native Ontario flowers of three shapes made from exterior-grade MDF boards were painted by local artists, then attached to downtown street poles. The sight was lovely and fun! “There are always flowers for those who want to see them.” Read more…

By emarene, ago