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Anything that has gained huge popularity, or anybody who has attained an enormous success, usually finds a group of people who love to hate them. Venice is no exception.  While many (including myself) fall in love with the place, some people scorn.  They think it is just like Disneyland and is not worth spending their time and money there.

At an art show several months ago, I met a couple.  The husband commented on my Venice painting and added that he loved Venice.  The feeling was not mutual with his lovely wife.  She said, "Oh, I hate Venice.  It's dirty and smelly!"  Well, in Venice, there is no Disney employees who would sweep up trash on a street as soon as they find it.  Canals and buildings are old and real and may come with stain and smell.  So, she was right, in a way, if she was saying Venice was no Disneyland.


Gondolier, Venice, Italy IX

A large digital image available on request.
Media: Original watercolor on paper
Image Size: 8.25 x 11.5 in. (on 9 x 12 in. paper)
Mat/Frame: No
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