Last I left you all, I had just finished my paper for design, and taken a trip to the mafia bakery. My next task was to complete seven more, out of ten, sketches for my drawing class. You'll be happy to know that I did, in fact, finish them. What I didn't do is sleep! I had finished around 6:30am, and decided half an hour of sleep would probably through me off more than no sleep at all.
My drawing class met bright and early at Piazza Navuona. Piazza Navuona is one of my favorite places in Roma, and I was glad to go. Beautiful sculptures by Bernini line the piazza, as well as many artists selling their work, and even making art on-site. There are also plenty of places to sit down and have a bite to eat. Today's task would be different though. We were moving through various locations, spending about half an hour at each site. Though people are not my strong point, I figured I'd start sketching one of Bernini's muscular men. After all, practice makes perfect. Right?
It was not such a great sketch. Luckily, I had already impressed my teacher with my "over break" work. I too was quite pleased with it actually. It might even be time for a new sketchbook!
Our next stop, was Piazza Pasquino, where our teacher pointed out the talking fountain. Romans put political complaints under it... hence the name. Today, it was being restored for the first time in over 30 years!
Next stop... Chiesa di San Ivo alla Sapienza. This beautiful church catches you off guard when you walk through the plain doors and into a glorious courtyard with a view of the church. The architecture is beautiful, and very unique. Looking down at my sketches, my teacher decided I should be an architect. haha Yeah right?! I guess mom and dyedushka's engineering genes are popping through somewhere. lol
Afterwards, we stopped by St. Luidi di Francesa where we saw some original Caravaggio paintings... including the famous, Calling of St. Mathew. It was pretty neat. Then, we saw some more Caravaggio paintings at San Augustine's... of coarse with sketching in between.
I missed this! Fall break separated us from Rome, and I missed finding all these hidden treasures. Roma is magical in that way. You never know what you'll find along your stroll.
After a quick stop at the alimentari, otherwise known as my favorite deli, I went to school, printed my paper, finished my Italian homework, and went to class. I nearly fell asleep in Cristiano's class. I felt so bad, but I was so exhausted. I had no clue how I was going to get through design!
For the first time ever, a miracle occurred! Our design teacher let us out early... not just early, but really early! Class was only 40 minutes long. She briefed us for Milan and let us go! It was incredible! And so... I had time to go check out a Chinese place near my apartment. You know it's going to be good when you walk into a Chinese restaurant and it's blaring SPANISH MUSIC! lol
It was pretty bad... luckily, I don't have to go again! Plus, I discovered a whole new area just near my apartment! I plan on exploring it when I get back from the weekend! There's so much more to discover! I'm so excited! There's a whole new world just around the corner from me that I have yet to check out. :)
When I got home, Amber had told me about an art exhibit somewhere between Barberini and Piazza di Spagna. I wasn't sure at first what it was, or who it was, but I was interested. You know, it's just a typical Thursday evening in Roma going to fabulous art exhibits with fabulous people. lol
When we arrived, I realized I was even familiar with both the work and the artist. His name is Alexander Calder, and the exhibit was being held at the famous Gagosian Gallery. Calder is a sculptor known for his mobiles. This innovation made him famous in the modern art world. He was born in good old Pennsylvania, and I had previously seen his work at our very own Philadelphia Museum of Art. It was quite glamorous being around all the intellectuals and art lovers and critics alike. There were people of all ages and backgrounds. It was a very international experience.
On the way home, I got some gelato and love was back in my heart. Gelato makes everything better. I had almost forgotten where I was for a second! Hello! I'm in Roma! My Roma! And I had fallen in love with my Roma all over again...
In the morning, I leave for Milan for a class trip! Happy Halloween Everyone!
Signing Off,
Ciao Bella...
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