© Château Mouton Rothschild *This is a guest post by our friends at Millesima. Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, Niki de Saint Phalle, Marc Chagall, Jeff Koons, Andy Warhol… These are just a few of the dozens of influential creators who have contributed to the cultural legacy of Bordeaux Classified First Growth Chateau Mouton Rothschild. Every... Continue Reading →
On Coravin: The Perfect Pairing: Wine & Art with Leanne Laine
One of the original pillars of my blog, when I started writing it back in 2012, was to incorporate articles about art and artists. I believe that art is totally part of the "wine lifestyle," as wine itself is a work of art (and science), and those who appreciate the finer wines of the world... Continue Reading →
Bananas About Art Basel
Each year during Miami Art Week and Art Basel, I always wonder if people who come in town only for this week of the year think that Miami is just this giant playground of insanity. The thought is valid, only because for this week of the year, the city is on neon steroids, even more... Continue Reading →
“Wine” Photography
Some of you may know that I dabble in amateur photography. I've submitted a few photos from my trip to Argentina this past May to the annual Smithsonian photo contest. One of my favorites is a snap I took at Piattelli Vineyards outside of Cafayate, Argentina in the Salta Province. This photo showcases the vines... Continue Reading →
An Art & Wine Adventure in Argentina
Check out my latest article in Let's Eat magazine about an Argentine winery high in the sky with a very special art museum on site.
Frank Sinatra: 100 Years of Ol’ Blue Eyes
Charisma never dies—or at least, it lives on through the legacies created by those who possess it and use it for good. So it almost seems unnecessary to commemorate what would have been a mere 100 years of a charismatic life, when we have the rest of time to enjoy it. However, any occasion is... Continue Reading →
Independent Musician Spotlight: Galen Clavio
I have to admit that I have been lucky throughout my life to be surrounded by so many talented friends & acquaintances. Though not musically inclined myself, I have always held music to a high position of both entertainment & solace in my life. Since I was young, song lyrics & rhythms have played a... Continue Reading →
Wine Artist Spotlight: Leanne Laine
A few months ago, while searching for some wine-related articles on the Internet, I stumbled upon some of the most vibrant and unique artwork that I have ever seen. Now, I might be a little biased because I am involved the subject of her art, but I think that Leanne Laine's talent in painting scenes... Continue Reading →
The Textile Museum, Who Knew?
I admit that there are many places around the metro-DC area that I have not fully explored. I’m not proud of that fact, because you would think that after almost three years in the area, someone like me would have wrung this place dry of secret cubby holes and hidden gems. Alas, I still have... Continue Reading →
ARTIST SHOWCASE IN DC ARTIST SHOWCASE IN DC
If you are in the Washington, DC area on Thursday, April 4, 2013 from 6PM-9PM, please join me, and four other local artists at Hotel Rouge for a Local Artist Showcase. I will be selling some of my very own photography. Other artists will have paintings and different creative projects available for sale. Details: What:... Continue Reading →