Il Madonnari; Italian Chalk Paintings
An overview of 'Il Madonnari' 2015
Il Madonnari is an Italian Chalk painting event held here in Santa Barbara each year. I am always amazed by the talent and dedication of the artists who partake in this event. I want to share a few pictures of the beautiful paintings from this year with you. Some of the paintings are 'in process' and others complete. Take a minute to enjoy them!
It wasn’t hard for me to fall in love with the Bavent French faience animals; they have a certain quirky charm that just speaks to you. When you look at one of these glazed terracotta creatures—maybe a sweet little bunny ( my favorite ) or a proud goose—you can feel the history of the Poterie du Mesnil de Bavent in Normandy shining through