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Sand, religion and oil

sanela — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 06:14:16 +0000

The Holy Land (also known as Bilad Ash’Sham in Arabic) is a term which refers to the geographical region of the Levant of no definite borders which has significant religious importance for Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Bahá’í Faith. Nowadays, it comprises roughly the territory of Israel, the Palestinian territories and parts of Jordan and Lebanon.

It is really amazing how come such a dry area without any water could bring out so many religions that will latter on conquer the whole world. Maybe this dryness and absence of vegetation pushed people to mysticism and search of meaning of life and that might be one of the main reasons why this area was the cradle of all the great ancient civilizations and the three greatest monotheistic religions.

Even today, this region is still vivid and extremely important in the geopolitical sphere because of the constant effort of greatest and most powerful countries in the world to set up their predominance over the Middle East because of the enormous oil stores which are found here. I guess our interest in the desert will never end.

Amazing oil paintings

sanela — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:50:57 +0000

The amazing oil paintings in these photos are the work of Paul Robert and they really show off his incredible artistic talent. He takes everyday life scenes and turns them into pieces of art. His work is fulled with supple details and that is what makes his paintings look so realistic at the end. Enjoy!

Russia in beautiful oil paintings of Paul Ryzhenko

sanela — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:02:05 +0000

Artist Paul Ryzhenko is the author of these amazing oil paintings that are presenting Russia as beautiful and traditional country.

Beautiful oil paintings by Rob Hefferan

sanela — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:44:46 +0000

Born in 1968 in Warrington, Chashire, Rob Hefferan is exceptionally talented figurative artist. His work not only captures the unique character and warmth of each subject but transcends form to suggest the living, breathing essence of the individual.

Working predominately with oils and acryls, Rob’s work is both eminently understandable and intensely familiar. Color, light and texture harmonize intelligently and with stunning candour to produce works that resonate with vibrant life.

Rob’s figurative pieces are beautifully balanced. Each of his works bears witness to his unerring ability to create atmospheric backdrop, brushstroke by brushstroke. Art lovers will immediately react to this luminosity and poignant intricacy of each portrait, where the presence of subject provokes a deep reaction.