Sketch for painting the ceiling of the cabaret at “the tambourine” in Paris By Jurij Šubic at National Gallery of Slovenia

June 21, 2024

I travelled to see Sketch for painting the ceiling of the cabaret at “the tambourine” in Paris By Jurij Šubic at National Gallery of Slovenia. Come join me there too. Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. The Le Tambourin was a popular restaurant and cabaret at 62 Boulevard de Clichy in Montmartre, managed by Agostina Segatori, who had an affair with Vincent van Gogh. This sketch for the ceiling decoration of the French cabaret was painted in 1884. Janez Šubic, born in 1850, received his initial art training in his father’s workshop and later in Ljubljana, Venice, and Rome. He was influenced by romantic religious painting and 19th-century academic styles. Šubic worked in various cities and was an art teacher in

Study of Rushes at Argenteuil by Claude Monet

June 20, 2024

In this episode, we’ll be taking a quick look at Claude Monet’s Study of Rushes at Argenteuil. Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. Relax and rejuvenate with the tranquil vibes of Claude Monet’s Study of Rushes at Argenteuil in this calming video. Let the beauty of Monet’s painting inspire your own creativity and appreciation for the art of Impressionism. #ArtTherapy #MonetInspiration #ImpressionistArt By Anthony King (c)

Kosovo Military Parade 2024 (Part 2 of 2)

June 20, 2024

Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. I’ve spent this week in Pristina the capital of Kosovo and it’s been an incredible week. This week Kosovo is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the country’s liberation. The Kosovo Army troops paraded in the capital Pristina on June 12th 2024 and I’m quite proud of the photographs I took and the video that I filmed. Tell me what you think military lovers – how did I do? The occasion was marking the 25th anniversary of NATO-led KFOR forces entering Kosovo and Serbian forces leaving. This was led by Bill Clinton and Tony Blair who was also in town to collect awards and make a special speech to parliament. I was lucky enough to have

Meeting the Prime Minister Of Kosovo Albin Kurti

June 19, 2024

Welcome to art, culture and travel with me Anthony King. I’m recording this on the evening of the 18th June 2024 and I’m currently in Pristina, Kosovo. It’s been an incredible trip with lot’s going on. I’ve already met quite a few dignitaries on my trip across the Balkans this year, from Presidents to Bishops to Prime Ministers, including even our own former Prime Minister, Tony Blair, a few days ago. However, today, I had the privilege of meeting the Prime Minister of Kosovo. Prime Minister Albin Kurti was being shown around the new war stories museum in Pristina, which is at Reporting House. There was no more than 5 or 10 people in the building plus his entourage, security and staff. I thought you

The Red Parasol by Matej Sternen at the National Gallery of Slovenia in Ljubljana

June 18, 2024

I travelled to see The Red Parasol by Matej Sternen at the National Gallery of Slovenia in Ljubljana. Come join me there too. Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. “The Red Parasol,” painted in 1904 by Matej Sternen, is an oil on canvas piece, 125.5 x 85 cm, displayed at the National Gallery of Slovenia. Sternen, born on September 20, 1870, in Verd, Slovenia, was a significant Slovene Impressionist. He studied in Graz, Vienna, and Munich, where he embraced Impressionism, focusing on portraits and female nudes. Besides painting, Sternen was known for restoring artworks, including the Franciscan church ceiling in Ljubljana, which you will find two videos of, on my channel. During WWII, he stayed mostly apolitical but faced some controversy.

The Tea Set by Claude Monet

June 17, 2024

In this episode, we’ll be taking a quick look at Claude Monet’s The Tea Set. Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. Take a moment to unwind and appreciate the beauty of Claude Monet’s The Tea Set in this relaxing video. Let the gentle music and stunning visuals guide you through the artist’s world of creativity and passion. #ArtLovers #PaintingInspiration #Monet By Anthony King (c)

Kosovo Military Parade 2024 (Rehearsal & Behind the scenes) Part 1 of 2

June 17, 2024

Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. I’ve spent this week in Pristina the capital of Kosovo and it’s been an incredible week. This week Kosovo is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the country’s liberation. The Kosovo Army troops paraded in the capital Pristina on June 12th 2024 and I’m quite proud of the photographs I took and the video that I filmed. Tell me what you think military lovers – how did I do? The occasion was marking the 25th anniversary of NATO-led KFOR forces entering Kosovo and Serbian forces leaving. This was led by Bill Clinton and Tony Blair who was also in town to collect awards and make a special speech to parliament. I was lucky enough to have

Frost by Claude Monet

June 16, 2024

In this episode, we’ll be taking a quick look at Claude Monet’s Frost. Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Claude Monet’s “Frost” painting with this peaceful and relaxing video. Let the gentle strokes and serene colours of this artwork create a calming atmosphere for your viewing pleasure. #art #ClaudeMonet By Anthony King (c)

President of Albania’s Motorcade in Pristina, Kosovo (11.6.24) & meeting Tony Blair

June 16, 2024

Welcome to Art, Culture & Travel with me, Anthony King. I’ve spent this week in Pristina the capital of Kosovo and it’s been an incredible week. In this video I’m going to show you some raw footage of the President of Albania’s motorcade. This week Kosovo is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the country’s liberation and President Begaj gave a speech and was in town to accept an award. I haven’t got a photograph with The Presidents of Kosovo and Albania but I assure you I was exactly there. You’ll have to make do with a photograph from my meeting with our former Prime Minister Tony Blair from the day before. More on that later. I was surprised by the size of the Albanian Presidents