Taking a Break from Multitasking
Actually, I’m recovering from an investment in the illusion that multitasking is even possible. You may have noticed that ItalyWise has been quiet for the [...]
A Symphony of Italian Hand Gestures
A beauty to behold. Yes, Italian hand gestures contain a fluidity and artistry that continues to amaze me. Italians must [...]
In Love with Venice at Night
My love affair with Venice deepens. Especially Venice at night, and when it approaches the bewitching hour. The lion’s share of tourists in the main [...]
It’s a Matter of Perspective, Isn’t It?
Recently I was reminded of the benefits of entertaining different perspectives. As I’ve indicated in previous posts, my art and photography often teach me lessons that [...]
I Found Mental Repose in These Italian Abstracts
When the mind gets overly fixated on being literal, it can use a break. Mine does, for sure. And, thanks to the vibrantly rendered island [...]
Color Thrives in the Venice Snow
Welcome to Episode 2 of Venice Snow! And a healthy splash of color. I so appreciate the enthusiastic responses to last week’s post, which featured [...]
Venice Snow Makes a Rare Appearance
I hit the jackpot. Yes, I’d been waiting for this rare occurrence, Venice Snow. Last winter I waited and hoped. But no luck. Ever since [...]
Immersed in a Culture of Train Travel
I love trains and train travel. Ever since I received my first Lionel train set for Christmas at age four, I’ve been hooked. But, the [...]
A Tribute to the Working Man in Venice
I love so many things about Venice. The city is a constantly unfolding visual feast. It’s a city that never stops giving even though she [...]
Integrating Shadow and Light
I am continually amazed at how art is my most powerful teacher, cleverly bypassing my bossy thinking mind and presenting me with important “aha” moments. [...]
I’m a Fan of the Sisterhood
This week’s post is going to be short, and a break from the two previous posts dealing with the very un-glamorous, but necessary, topics related [...]
The Life of a Gondolier
When many people come to Venice and negotiate their first gondola ride, they think they’re shelling out a small fortune while the gondolier is making [...]
The Appeal of a Quiet Mind
“Stillness” — © Jed Smith, 2020 (oil on canvas) I’ve just completed my latest painting. It’s a big one [...]
Walk On By
Walk on By © 2017 Jed Smith This week I share an image I recently captured in the Dorsoduro area of Venice. As I was [...]
A Canopy of Brilliance – A New Painting by Jed Smith
A Canopy of Brilliance © 2017 Jed Smith, Oil I love creating. I’m very fortunate that I am able to pour myself into writing, photography [...]
Italian Faces in the Saturday Market
The big Saturday markets will never cease to be a goldmine of opportunity for capturing the wealth of Italian faces Recently, when visiting my [...]
Meet Le Vecchie Guardie – The Old Guard
A Sacred Meeting Spot. © 2017 Jed Smith I love these faces. I love surreptitiously watching their interactions, and their steadfast camaraderie. The Old Guard, [...]
Early Morning Life Along the Grand Canal
Morning Preparations – © Jed Smith Be an early riser to witness a workman’s life along Venice’s Grand Canal A self-imposed photo assignment, earlier this year, [...]