Florence Ballard

The Renaissance era and the Middle Ages are two periods in time that are extremely vital to European history. Contrary to popular belief, these periods are remarkably unalike in comparison. The Middle Ages, sometimes known as the medieval period, was a time in European history that began in the fifth century and lasted until the fifteenth century. The Renaissance era was a period that expanded from the fourteenth to the seventeenth century. This era originated in Italy at the end of the Middle…

After the plummet of the black death, that wiped out almost 80% of the population, something known as the Renaissance began to rise and flourish in many parts of Italy and Europe. The renaissance took place during 1350 and ended around 1450 or from the 14 to the 16 century. After the renaissance, people thought they had rediscovered the culture of the roman empire, therefore, the renaissance means rebirth. Like the middle ages, there was a hierarchy system which stated that royalty is on top,…

From the Portuguese which is based on the letters Robert and Elizabeth Browning wrote to each other. Robert Browning often called her ‘my little Portuguese’ because of her dark complexion (Forester 3). On September 12, 1846, the couple eloped in Florence, Italy and Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s relationship with her father was never the same. Lauren Forester explains in her article that “her father knew nothing of their wedding, and Elizabeth continued to live at home for a week” (2). After Mr.…

da Vinci he was born to unmarried parents. His dad was a prominent notary, he was a public official that certified legal documents of Florence. His mother wasn’t really in his childhood. When he was fifteen his father a trainer for the new generation of practitioners of a skilled young lady. Her name is Andrea del Verrocchio she was leading the artist of Florence, she was a known…

Introduction One of the greatest blessings in this life is the light. When a beautiful colorful butterfly gets you attention and put a smile on your face, you would not be able to enjoy this scene without light. When a famous paint in a museum let your jaw drops in amazement, you must know that light is the medium that convey the beauty of the paint to your eyes. Let us not go too far, you would not be able to read these very words without the blessing of the light. Moreover, light plays an…

Leonardo da Vinci Da Vinci was born April 15, 1452, in the hills of Tuscany outside the village of Anchiano. Da Vinci received a small amount of formal education beyond basic reading, writhing. and mathematics instructions when he was young. He learned metalworking, leather arts, carpentry, drawing, painting and sculpting outside his school or even from himself! Parents: Mom; Caterina (Da Vinchi I assume) Dad; Ser Piero Da Vinchi Step Mom; ????????…

Machiavelli – asses machiavelli’s claim that it is better for a prince to be feared than loved. Is such a dictum useful in democratic politics? The Prince, by Niccolo Machiavelli, offers many different ideas about how to gain and maintain political Power. One of the main stigmas within the entire text is that, as a leader, it Is better to be feared then loved. As with majority of Machiavelli’s dictums this particular point is still incredibly relevant and useful in democratic politics.…

The Renaissance had great influence on the development of modern American society, culture, and artistic expression. The Renaissance influence in America brought a new focus on humanism, and as a result turning away from the dominant ideas made by the church. Although religion was still the greatest influence throughout the Renaissance era, the recognition of potential in society and scientific questioning shaped history and is still continuing to influence American culture today. Art and…

Adolpe William Bouguereau, Nymphs and Satyr (1873). Oil on canvas Adolpe William Bouguereau born in November 1825, La Rochelle, France, and he died in August 1905. Adolphe Bouguereau considers one of famous French academic painters of the great classical period. Later he won the prix de Rome; He was able to studying the art in Italy. May be for that reason he was masterful command of the human form, delicate colors and enchanted light brought the souls and spirits of his subjects to…

Cinematographer. Fashion designer. Photographer. Playwright. Salvador Dali was a man of many talents. Yet Salvador Dali was most known for his visual works. The symbolism within his works are references to the latest scientific discoveries in his time. He kept up to date the revolutionizing works impacting the science community at the time. I too am passionate and an avid reader of scientific journals. I enjoy making references to the latest scientific discoveries; making references to science…