Archaic Greek Artistry: Outdoor Statuary
Archaic Greek Artistry: Outdoor Statuary Archaic Greeks were renowned for developing the first freestanding statuary; up until then, most carvings were constructed out of walls and pillars as reliefs. For the most part the statues, or kouros figures, were of adolescent and desirable male or female (kore) Greeks. Thought of by Greeks to characterize skin care, the kouroi were created into inflexible, forward facing positions with one foot outstretched, and the male statues were always nude, brawny, and athletic. The kouroi grew to be life-sized starting in 650 BC. The Archaic period was an awesome point of change for the Greeks as they grew into new modes of government, produced unique expressions of art, and gained insights of the men and women and cultures outside of Greece. The Arcadian battles, the Spartan invasion of Samos, and other wars between city-states are instances of the sorts of clashes that arose frequently, which is consistent with other times of historical change.Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Come From?
Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Come From?
A fountain, an incredible piece of engineering, not only supplies drinking water as it pours into a basin, it can also launch water high into the air for an extraordinary effect. Originally, fountains only served a practical purpose. Cities, towns and villages made use of nearby aqueducts or springs to provide them with drinking water as well as water where they could bathe or wash. Used until the 19th century, in order for fountains to flow or shoot up into the air, their origin of water such as reservoirs or aqueducts, had to be higher than the water fountain in order to benefit from gravity. Fountains were not only used as a water source for drinking water, but also to decorate homes and celebrate the designer who created it. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often times used by Romans to beautify their fountains. Muslims and Moorish landscaping designers of the Middle Ages included fountains to re-create smaller models of the gardens of paradise. The fountains found in the Gardens of Versailles were meant to show the power over nature held by King Louis XIV of France. Seventeen and 18 century Popes sought to laud their positions by including decorative baroque-style fountains at the point where restored Roman aqueducts arrived into the city.
Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by switching the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.
Modern fountains are used to adorn community spaces, honor individuals or events, and enhance recreational and entertainment events.
An Intro to Herbs in Your Garden
An Intro to Herbs in Your Garden Countless gardeners are drawn to herbs because they can use them in so many different foods. They are extremely easy to grow both indoors or outdoors, and offer up instant gratification as you can make use of them in a variety of recipes including soups, marinades and sauces. Maintaining your herb garden all year is straight forward to do as you can cultivate the herbal plants in pots and move them in when the weather conditions starts to turn cold. Since perennial herbal plants don't die easily or need replanting every end of the year, they are a practical (and fun) addition to your garden. Think about the sorts of flavors you prefer cooking with (and eating)when choosing herbs for your garden. Basil, oregano, and thyme are great herbs to plant if you enjoy cooking and eating Italian food. If you prefer Latin themed food, you may decide to plant cilantro instead. The placement of your herb garden will define what herbs can be planted and how long they will endure.
It will be simplest to plant right into the ground if your climate is on the milder side, with seasons that are not extreme. This makes your property look beautiful without the problem of making or buying planters. Plants often die or become dormant because of direct exposure to the extreme weather. As a result, many people have opted for planters because they are convenient and practical.