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WHEN THE PHOTOGRAPHY COMMITMENT BECOMES SOCIAL – Gianni Berengo Gardin: The creative eclectic, appreciated for the lyricism of his photography

Mediate trends, out of taste of the moment Varigotti awaits you with its pastel-colored houses, a bay on the clear sea and paths that lead you to the Saracen cave. Toirano is a village famous for its caves, where you can stop at the famous pastry shop to produce the most famous artisan nougat in Italy. Liguria is a region …

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CONTEMPORARY COUTURE – Tiziana Sidoti: Dream dresses

Sidoti Fashion Concept Store, Genoa For a long time it has been a source of strong interest for travelers, photographers and painters. As G. Chabrol de Volvic wrote in 1824, among the varieties of Ligurian costumes, the brigasco stands out, which gives a lot to women. In its variants for work and holidays, it constitutes a unicum in western Liguria. …

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CUTTLEFISH BONES – Eugenio Montale: “I am a man like any other, and nobody can be asked to be a hero”

A poetic collection published in 1925 The most northern of the villages that make up the Cinque Terre is that of Monterosso, divided into two parts by a 10-meter tunnel. Characterized by typical houses in various shades of pastel colors, the village is part of the Cinque Terre National Park. With its beauty, it has inspired artists and poets from …

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THE SONGWRITER OF UNIVERSAL LOVE – Umberto Bindi: A man massacred, derided humiliated and then forgotten

Unforgettable words, to renew light music Here in Genoa, between the Porto Antico and Piazza de Ferrari, where the wind brings you the scent of the sea, ruffling your hair, your itinerary is born on the roads of Ligurian singer-songwriters. At the beginning, you will have to think of Fabrizio De Andrè and Gino Paoli, but along with the aroma …

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CLEAR STAINS, TO ENHANCE BRIGHTNESS – Alberto Issel: When color becomes the characteristic of creativity

Horizontal compositions and search for contrast Among other things, it sells fabrics for shirts, blankets and handkerchiefs, with fabrics ranging from cotton to Irish linen. In the center of Genoa, the Giovanni Rivara Fu Luigi 1802 shop https://www.rivara1802.it/ is world famous for its Genoese mezzari, large cotton or linen cloths, richly decorated with brightly colored flowers. Alberto Issel, a Genoese …

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HUMAN CREATIVITY INTO CALIFORNIA’S WONDERS – California dreaming

Californian people lived own artistic dream California Dreaming is a Mamas and Papas song, released as a single in 1965. Dreaming California is a 45 rpm of an Italian beat-pop complex, released in 1966. Dreaming California https://www.tours-usa.com/ is an old film directed by the Italian director Carlo Vanzinas, where four old friends meet after fifteen years, deciding to fulfill their …

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CAPTURING IMAGES WITH STRONG SENSE OF DESIGN – Brett Weston: Child genius of American photography

Tendency toward abstraction Located inside Hancock Park, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art https://www.lacma.org/ is an incredible place to explore the art world. Here you can see from Monet to Tim Burton, or immerse yourself in rare and varied collections, such as the collection of Brett Weston, the genius of American photography https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0961651504/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2. He believed non-photographic artists influenced his …

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PUSH IT FORWARD, AFTER IT DRESSED – Maryam Malakpour: Honest stylist, direct and creative, while being resourceful

A creative take on fashion This luxury brand is best known for elegant shoes and handbags. NewbarK https://www.farfetch.com/sk/shopping/women/sale/newbark/shoes-1/items.aspx, was launched in 2009, by sisters Maryam and Marjan Malakpour. Its debut collection was a single item: a simple pair of foldable leather shoes that fit into a carrying pouch. The name comes from the saying “my dogs are barking” (my feet …

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THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING – Novel by Joan Didion

A mother, enduring her daughter’s illness To book lovers rejoice there are independent bookstores across Los Angeles that are focused on a wide range of literary genres. One of its most acclaimed independent bookstores, Skylight Books https://www.skylightbooks.com/, is in historic Los Feliz neighborhood. Owned and run by writers, it host frequent author events. Mystic Journey Bookstore https://www.mysticjourneybookstore.com/, sells a wide …

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A BLONDE SINGER WHO DYES HER HAIR DARKER – Ysabella Brave: I appreciate that you have your own tastes, but give me a break!

Somewhat intense, but you will figure it out Music and sounds can stimulate the mind and creativity. The creative process that intervenes in the artistic activity contributes to enriching life. With sound, some people try to find new alternatives to old ways of thinking, feeling and interacting. Music is among the most mysterious gifts human beings have, especially in the …

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