Hello!
My name is Victoria. Thank you for joining me on my journey into the world of art and obsession. As someone who has never been generally interested in art I am excited to learn more about the method to the madness that is artistic expression. Before we begin I would like to share some of my obsessions with you.
MY Obsessions:
1. Books
My obsession with books began at a young age, with me reading books to my kindergarten class. I'm never more at peace than I am in a library or bookstore. The library at Merton College (above) is one of my favorite libraries I've visited. Built in 1373 (before bookshelves were invented), it's the oldest scholastic library still functioning in the world!
My obsession with books began at a young age, with me reading books to my kindergarten class. I'm never more at peace than I am in a library or bookstore. The library at Merton College (above) is one of my favorite libraries I've visited. Built in 1373 (before bookshelves were invented), it's the oldest scholastic library still functioning in the world!
2. Scrubs
I discovered Scrubs as a freshman in college. The story often focuses on the characters growing up and facing the hardships of the real world. Watching it during such a transitional period in my life helped shape me as a person.
I discovered Scrubs as a freshman in college. The story often focuses on the characters growing up and facing the hardships of the real world. Watching it during such a transitional period in my life helped shape me as a person.
3. Red
I love the color red, but it is a difficult color to match with others, so I do not get to use it as much as I'd like to in my life.
I love the color red, but it is a difficult color to match with others, so I do not get to use it as much as I'd like to in my life.
4. The Great Gatsby
The 2013 version of The Great Gatsby is my all-time favorite movie. The music, the acting, and the scenery all make it to be an unforgettable experience.
The 2013 version of The Great Gatsby is my all-time favorite movie. The music, the acting, and the scenery all make it to be an unforgettable experience.
5. The Oldies
I love old music, from Frank Sinatra to Etta James to Buddy Holly to Doris Day. I love invoking the vibe of the the big band and rock and roll eras.
I love old music, from Frank Sinatra to Etta James to Buddy Holly to Doris Day. I love invoking the vibe of the the big band and rock and roll eras.
6. Traveling
Traveling is my passion. I think there is a wealth of knowledge to be gained by exploring the world and meeting new people. I've so far had the fortune of visiting The Bahamas, Ireland, Italy, and England (with a brief stop in France, but I saw the Eiffel Tower, so it counts). The top travel destinations on my bucket list are the Taj Mahal in India and Machu Picchu in Peru.
Traveling is my passion. I think there is a wealth of knowledge to be gained by exploring the world and meeting new people. I've so far had the fortune of visiting The Bahamas, Ireland, Italy, and England (with a brief stop in France, but I saw the Eiffel Tower, so it counts). The top travel destinations on my bucket list are the Taj Mahal in India and Machu Picchu in Peru.
7. Parks
I have found in my travels that I love going to parks. There is something so uplifting about seeing parks in different cultures and seeing the unifying power that they have. The children in Italy may play soccer while the American children play football, but they are still united in their joy. Above you'll find pictured one of my favorite parks, where I have taken wonderful naps.
I have found in my travels that I love going to parks. There is something so uplifting about seeing parks in different cultures and seeing the unifying power that they have. The children in Italy may play soccer while the American children play football, but they are still united in their joy. Above you'll find pictured one of my favorite parks, where I have taken wonderful naps.
8. Doctor Who
The Doctor found me when I was a freshmen in college. Although the concept of a time-traveling alien seems silly, the show's gripping tales have managed to captivate viewers for 53 years, making it the longest-running science fiction show on television.
The Doctor found me when I was a freshmen in college. Although the concept of a time-traveling alien seems silly, the show's gripping tales have managed to captivate viewers for 53 years, making it the longest-running science fiction show on television.
9. Beauty and the Beast
At a young age I related to the way Belle was different then others and would rather be tucked away with a book than do what everyone else was doing. She, to this day, is my favorite Disney princess.
At a young age I related to the way Belle was different then others and would rather be tucked away with a book than do what everyone else was doing. She, to this day, is my favorite Disney princess.
10. HGTV
I've always been obsessed with homes and home design. As a little girl I dreamed of living in an antebellum mansion with secret passageways in it. As I got older, this obsession transitioned into a love for watching people pick out homes while I planned my dream home. Now I have an ideal home in my head that I'm always tweaking as I think of new things to add. One day I hope to finally live in the house I have designed!
I've always been obsessed with homes and home design. As a little girl I dreamed of living in an antebellum mansion with secret passageways in it. As I got older, this obsession transitioned into a love for watching people pick out homes while I planned my dream home. Now I have an ideal home in my head that I'm always tweaking as I think of new things to add. One day I hope to finally live in the house I have designed!
Bonus Obsessions: I said initially that I am not an appreciator of art, but as I thought about it, there are two particular artists I have fallen for.
Leonid Afremov
I accidentally discovered Afremov several years ago, but I instantly fell his love with his works. His treatment of light and water are captivating. One of my goals in life is to own a creation of his.
I accidentally discovered Afremov several years ago, but I instantly fell his love with his works. His treatment of light and water are captivating. One of my goals in life is to own a creation of his.
Bernini
I found Bernini in Rome, Italy, and I was literally breathless. Seeing the face on his David brought tears to my eyes. It was the moment that I first truly appreciated art.
I found Bernini in Rome, Italy, and I was literally breathless. Seeing the face on his David brought tears to my eyes. It was the moment that I first truly appreciated art.