[On Painting] Madrid and Las Meninas

[Duane]

I'm off to Madrid next week. I'm taking a pilgrimage of sorts to see The Prado and what is arguably one of the greatest paintings ever painted, "Las Meninas." I figure being a painter and not seeing "Las Meninas" is a little like being a Yankees fan and not seeing a game at Yankee Stadium.

I'm taking with me the guy who first introduced me to the work of Velazquez, my teacher Ray Berry. I'll be leaving my paints at home as I will need to pack light to better survive what will likely be an ugly airline experience, so no paintings will be posted next week.

When I return I'll post an account of my trip. Meanwhile, if you want to read a little about "Las Meninas," an OK place to start is here.



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Posted By Duane to On Painting at 1/04/2008 05:37:00 AM