This is for Carolyn, who worked for an airline for many years. But anyone who has ever flown with an airline can relate to some of them.

This incredibly detailed painting from an unknown artist depicts a fair held on the frozen River Thames in London. It has been dated to around 1685, and the Old London Bridge complete with houses and shops built on it can be seen in the distance. The river froze to a thickness of 12 inches deep … Continue reading Painting: Frost Fair On The Thames

Laurence Stephen Lowry RBA RA; 1 November 1887 – 23 February 1976 was an English artist. His drawings and paintings mainly depict Pendlebury, Greater Manchester (where he lived and worked for more than 40 years), as well as Salford and its vicinity. Lowry painted scenes of life in the industrial districts of North West England … Continue reading Painting: Sunday Afternoon