by houstonwine | Sep 14, 2018 | Art News
I have tried everything to organize my brushes. I’ve used jars, plastic bins, and even a wooden box with holes drilled into the top. None of those were acceptable solutions. Finally, my husband and I found a way I can organize my brushes...
by houstonwine | Aug 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
I love Canada. How could you not love a country that infuses its currency with the aroma of maple syrup? It’s true. It smells like pancakes and syrup, The people here are generally very polite and kind to one another. I saw a Chinese...
by houstonwine | Aug 24, 2018 | Art Workshops
Today was the last day of our Caravaggio workshop. Our instructor, Fernando Freitas, gave us a tour of the studios at the Academy of Realist Art. He explained that drawing skills are the foundation of great art, including painting and sculpture. One...
by houstonwine | Aug 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
Toronto sits on the banks of Lake Ontario. Just south of the city are a series of islands where the locals go to hang out and enjoy nature. A ferry runs between downtown and the islands but families and kids often prefer to rent kayaks and large canoes to...
by houstonwine | Aug 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
Toronto is an amazing city. It is the financial center of Canada. It has over 140 recognized neighborhoods like Greek Town, Chinatown, and Kensington Market. English is the most spoken language followed by Cantonese and then Mandarin. French is...