Amore Beaute

  Pop art is an art movement that emerged in the mid-1950 s in Britain and in the late 1950 s in the United States. The term pop art has been applied to many visual artworks created during the mid-1950s through the 1970s, in which the imagery has been drawn from popular culture such as advertising, comic books, movies, music and cartoons. Pop art is a form of abstract art that utilizes aspects of mass culture and the mass production of art. Pop art is often used for irony and the critique of the mainstream culture.  The movement is considered to be a reaction to abstract expressionism and a contrast to abstract expressionism's emphasis on the hermeneutic quality of art. Art critic Robert Hughes stated: "pop art is the last spontaneous and collective art movement to erupt from the middle class". Pop art often takes as its subject matter banal or commonplace objects—the "low" rather than the "high" or "fine". Pop art employs aspects of mass cul

  Fall is the perfect season to update your home decor. After a summer of fun, all we want to do is curl up and hibernate at home. If you're ready to say goodbye to beach days and picnics in the park and welcome movie nights and cozy colors, this is the post for you. We're sharing seven easy Fall decor ideas. 1  Add Cozy blankets and throws Get ready for the colder weather with some cozy blankets or throws. Curl up on the sofa for a movie with a velvet throw , or cocoon yourself in cotton for a refreshing night's sleep. The extra layers and textures will add comfort to your home whilst keeping you warm throughout the season. 2  Hang Heavy Drapes Nothing says it's the season of hibernation like heavy drapes . Block out the dreary weather outside and elevate the character of your home with heavy drapes.   3  Add Orange Hues Although stepping outside into the cold might not be at the top of your agenda, you can bring the beautiful colors of Fall inside. Adding orange hues

Collecting handmade pottery is one of my greatest passions.  Its my way of disconnecting from the world and floating in to a rhythmic, peaceful and infinite world. My love for pottery began when I moved to Japan over 20 years back and was hosting some lovely ladies from the Church.  Up until then pottery was a mom's thing and I was still in my early 20s.  Disposables and funky plastics were just fine.  Just before the 2020 pandemic we moved to South Korea.  My love for handmade pottery found the ideal place to explore Korean handmade pottery -Icheon.  Its an entire village of potters. This became my go-to-weekend place.   On one of my trips I was the first one to reach and patiently sat with the cats while the studios opened for the day.   I tried my hand at making a simple cup.  But it takes 10,000 hours to be a master, who can make it seem so simple. Even though my cup didn't really look like one, I am glad my quest and passion for handcrafted things found a new form in a new

Happiness varies from person to person. For you it could be a run or just watching netflix. But for me, happiness is soaking in a hot tub with bath bombs and sea salt. Accompanied with a glass of wine and a good book, after another exhausting day at work. I presume that many will find this a waste of time and water. I cannot debate on the water part. But I am sure that this is one of the most relaxing experiences ever.  For me a bath is not just getting cleaned up. But it is the feeling of relaxation and rejuvenation at a low price, in the luxury of my own bathtub. It helps my muscles relax and increase circulation. Many times I light a few candles with jazz music which helps me practice mindfulness when I happen to not read. I pay extra attention to my feet as they deserve the pampering after a whole week in heels.  Click here for more options After a soak in my tub of relaxation, I proceed to look up different styles of bath mats, shower curtains and other decorative items for my bat

Recently I decided to take on a new course for my morning walks.  A near by Buddhist temple has become my good to place.   There are about 900 Buddhist temples in Korea and usually nestled in a natural environment. The temples are mostly made of wood with detailed colorful artwork on its exterior and interiors.  The only sound here is that of birds and leaves rustling in the cool autumn wind.  The calmness is a soothing balm and an attempt to find your true self. These walks to the temple have become my journey in pursuit of happiness. Inside these walls I can let go of the world outside and find my true self.  Feel free to share how you explore your true self and what’s your path to happiness.    

Through ages Emerald has been considered a symbol of truth and love. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed it to be the gemstone of goddess Venus.  Thousands of miles away the Incas also held emerald in reverence. The Egyptians considered it to be the source of eternal life. Emerald Green Velvet Pyramid Pouch - An ode to the Egyptian architecture and reverence for the color In apparel, accessories or decor, this color is certainly a bold choice. The color has rich and deep tones that add luxe layer to a decor.  Emerald green is also a great choice for the bedroom. It can be the upholstery color for your headboard or can be layered into your bedding. Handmade Emerald Green Velvet Pick Stitch Quilt If you are more of a cautious decorator, add this bold color in moderation through some small lumbar pillows on your couch or bed.  A few emerald green accessories and art pieces around your home can easily work magic. Whether it is just a few small touches or an entire wall in your favorite

On a cold winter evening of February 2020 my teenage daughter and I boarded a flight to Seoul.  We were to visit my husband who had been working and living in South Korea for almost a year.  It was a much needed time for our family. Little did we know that this flight would change our lives for a long time.  Within a week the Pandemic in South Korea reached its peak.  Soon all national borders were closed. The Covid cases increased each day.  Work got tougher for my husband who had to keep production going across sites. He was at work for really long hours. Our week long vacation turned into a no ticket back home situation.  We were three people tucked away in a small service apartment in an equally small industrial town. It sure was a cold dark winter of 2020. Help and smiles comes from unexpected places. A sign board outside a bar in Itaewon.  An American School in the neighborhood took my daughter mid-term in grade 9.  She had her online classes to look forward to.  The staff and ch