Alexandra believes that enjoying the art of the past is the closest she can get to time travel, only much safer. Visit her at A Scholarly Skater.
The Medieval Bestiary—Cute, Quirky, and Weird Animals
Of all the medieval manuscripts, bestiaries are definitely the most fun. A medieval bestiary is a book about animals. It’s full of unusual...
Alexandra Kiely 16 January 2025
Here Be Medieval Dragons
Dragons are everywhere in popular culture. People make movies about them, collect stuffed animals of them, and dress up as them for Halloween. They...
Alexandra Kiely 16 January 2025
Masterpiece Story: Simplon Pass: The Lesson by John Singer Sargent
Many people know John Singer Sargent for his beautiful oil paintings of turn-of-the-century high society. However, he also made many lovely...
Alexandra Kiely 12 January 2025
Winslow Homer—Painter of America
From soldiers to frolicking schoolchildren and New England fishing communities, Winslow Homer depicted American life. His works present unidealized,...
Alexandra Kiely 9 January 2025
Masterpiece Story: Annunciation and Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico
Annunciation and Adoration of the Magi by Fra Angelico is a masterpiece that can be viewed both as medieval and Renaissance. How so? Keep on reading...
Alexandra Kiely 6 January 2025
New Year’s Resolutions Inspired by Artists
Happy New Year! What resolutions are you making as you ring in January? If you’re still unsure what (if anything) your resolution should be, why...
Alexandra Kiely 1 January 2025
Masterpiece Story: A Glass Compote with Peaches, Jasmine Flowers, Quinces and a Grasshopper by Fede Galizia
Fede Galizia’s beautiful A Glass Compote with Peaches, Jasmine Flowers, Quinces and a Grasshopper is one of Italy’s first-ever still life...
Alexandra Kiely 22 December 2024
QUIZ: What Do You Know About Ancient Mosaics?
Alexandra Kiely 21 December 2024
Matilda Browne: The Forgotten Female Impressionist Who Transformed American Art
Matilda Browne (1869–1947) was a successful artist painting in the Impressionist style in the early 20th century, but unfortunately, only a few...
Alexandra Kiely 20 December 2024
Ice Skating Artwork—A Visual Journey on Ice
Ice skating is a beloved winter activity and I’ve been an avid participant (all year round) since I was a little girl. As such, I really enjoy...
Alexandra Kiely 20 December 2024
