"Primitive" Greek Artistry: Outdoor Statuary
"Primitive" Greek Artistry: Outdoor Statuary The Archaic Greeks developed the very first freestanding statuary, an impressive achievement as most sculptures up until then had been reliefs cut into walls and pillars.
For the most part the statues, or kouros figures, were of adolescent and desirable male or female (kore) Greeks. Representing beauty to the Greeks, the kouroi were created to appear rigid and commonly had foot forward; the males were healthy, strong, and nude. In about 650 BC, the varieties of the kouroi became life-sized. During the Archaic period, a great time of changes, the Greeks were evolving new types of government, expressions of art, and a greater comprehension of people and cultures outside Greece. Comparable to other times of historical unrest, arguments were common, and there were struggles between city-states like The Arcadian wars, the Spartan invasion of Samos.
Keep Your Garden Fountain Clean
Keep Your Garden Fountain Clean
Adequate care and regular cleaning are important to the longevity of water fountains. It is easy for foreign items to find their way into outdoor fountains, so keeping it clean is vital. Another factor is that water that is subjected to sunlight is vulnerable to growing algae. To prevent this, take vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, or sea salt and add right into the water. Some people opt for adding bleach into the water, but the downside is that it harms wildlife - so it should be avoided. No more than 3-4 months should really go by without an extensive cleaning of a fountain. Before you start cleaning, all of the water must be taken out. As soon as it is empty, clean inside the reservoir with a gentle cleanser. A helpful tip is to use a toothbrush if there are small hard-to-reach spots. Any soap residue that remains on your fountain can harm it, so be sure it is all rinsed off.
Various organisms and calcium deposits can get inside the pump, so it is recommended to take it apart and clean it completely. Soaking it in vinegar for a bit will make it easier to scrub. Build-up can be a big hassle, so use mineral or rain water over tap water, when possible, to prevent this dilemma.
One final recommendation for keeping your fountain in top working condition is to check the water level every day and make sure it is full. If the water level slides below the pump’s intake level, it can harm the pump and cause it to burn out - something you don't want to happen!