Virtual Visit to the Clark

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Sometimes the unexpected is the best museum experience.  In 2001 I was hired to work at Boscov's.  I decided I needed to go on a little getaway before I started the training.  I read about a special Impressionism exhibit in Massachusetts.  Kaylyn and Ian were ten years old and I told them we would be going on a road trip for a few days.  It was a beautiful ride and I remember the Indian trail and ride through the Berkshires.  My dad would take us up there many weekends each summer for many years.  We also saw some go carts that I could promise they could go on after the visit to the Clark museum.
The main reason I can remember these museum visits, is I would buy postcards of my favorite paintings.  They included Renoir, Monet and Morisot.  I shared a little bit about Berthe Morisot earlier and decided to share her still life above.  This museum has a vast Impressionist collection, and with the Exhibition it was quite the treat.  When I visited the website I was pleased to see they share about every exhibition, which I was able to revisit the paintings once more.  I also would splurge on the catalogue for an exhibition.  When I have extra time like the last few weeks I love to flip through the pages.  I always learn something new.  
This Renoir I am going to close with is one of most favorite paintings.  Their website also includes all of the works available to download.   They even encourage using the images to use in your home of send a post card of the image.

Quote of the Day:  The pain passes, but the beauty remains.   Renoir

Song of the Day:  It's A Beautiful Day by U2

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