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Learning About Art — Part Three

Posted on May 22, 2009 by Roger

I have discovered that I have little to no interest in art created prior to the Renaissance. With that in mind, I’ve decided to list the major art movements/periods that have taken place since that time and attempt to explain … Continue reading →

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Learning About Art — Part Two

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Roger

I have not been idle in my ongoing quest to become educated, artwise. I’ve continued reading Art History for Dummies and have made it into the twentieth century. I have also purchased my own copy of 1001 Paintings You Must … Continue reading →

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Riverbank

Posted on May 19, 2009 by Roger

Last Tuesday, I went on the annual trip with coworkers. It was a short trip this time, just down to Kane County to the Fabyan Estate. Riverbank was the home of George and Nelle Fabyan, who made millions in the … Continue reading →

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Breakfast and Such

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Roger

There were approximately 34 reasons why I didn’t sleep at all on Saturday night. They include, but are not limited to: frozen feet, the long hike to the outhouse, a persistent raccoon that kept trying (for the most part unsuccessfully) … Continue reading →

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Camping (finally) at Starved Rock

Posted on May 16, 2009 by Roger

We got back to our campsite a little before noon. The standing water was gone but the ground was still muddy. After a quick lunch, we set up camp in what dryish spots we could find. Allow me to say … Continue reading →

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