Capturing the Gothic Majesty of Milan on Paper

An artist sits in the bustling Piazza del Duomo, translating the intricate spires of Milan's great cathedral into a vibrant watercolor study.

Inside the Duomo di Milano: Gothic architecture and stained glass

The Gothic Grandeur of Milan Under Autumnal Skies

A quiet contemplation of the Duomo di Milano, where intricate Gothic architecture meets the soft, diffuse light of a grey September afternoon.

Sketching and exploring Varenna's lakeside streets on Lake Como

The Timeless Rhythms of Lake Como’s Waterfront Villages

Nestled along the shores of northern Italy, Tremezzina offers a quiet look at classic automotive style and historic lakeside architecture.

Canals, trams, and a phone screen — Milan on a September morning

Lakeside Elegance at Villa del Balbianello

Explore the terraced gardens, classical statues, and historic architecture of Lake Como's most picturesque promontory.

Watercolor sketchpad open to a Lake Como boat painting

Up close with the Duomo's Gothic stonework and bronze details

Sketching and wandering a Lake Como lakeside town

Breakfast and baroque architecture on a Milan morning

Twilight Along the Waterfront of Varenna

As dusk settles over Lake Como, the lakeside promenade of Varenna comes alive with soft pastel light and quiet evening strolls.

Historic F1 cars line Milan's luxury district for FuoriConcorso

Street sketching and lakeside scenes in Mandello del Lario

Paddleboarding and surfing off Bat Yam's Mediterranean shore

Aperitivo hour and street wandering through Milan's Brera neighborhood

Ferry Lario docks at Loveno on a quiet Lake Como evening

Lazy afternoon on the water, Lake Como

Under the Alpine Shadow of Lecco

A quiet afternoon unfolds in Piazza XX Settembre, where historic Italian architecture meets dramatic mountain peaks.

Lakeside afternoon in Mandello del Lario, Lake Como

Sunset on Lake Como, with a lakeside octagonal building in view

Ferry crossing an Italian lake with car and crew on deck

Watercolor sketch of lakeside buildings, held up in Mandello del Lario

Finding Quiet Paths in the Stone Villages Above Lake Lugano

A journey through the steep cobblestone alleys and sun-drenched historic hamlets overlooking Switzerland's spectacular southern waters.

Morning at the Bat Yam shore, waves rolling in

Sunset over Lake Como with crescent moon and mountain silhouettes

Art, architecture, and a pastry in Milan on a Sunday morning

Red-hulled wooden boat speeds across a breezy Alpine lake

Sketchbooks of architectural watercolors spread out on a table

Kayaking, cycling, and fishing along Hayarkon Park's river

Tel Aviv's Art Deco and arched streetscapes on a sunny morning

Riding a cable car through the hills above Lugano

Out on the lake at Oliveto Lario, village in the background

Ferry crossing Lake Como near Mandello del Lario on a clear afternoon

Morning around Milan's Navigli canals, bridges, and bookstore

Sketching Lake Como from the shore in Mandello del Lario

Wedding dress on the shores of Lake Como

Rooftop staircase descent, Milan

Cats and watercolors: a slow afternoon at home in Bat Yam

Red-lit bell tower rises over a quiet San Giovanni street at night.

Afternoon street life and snacks in Tel Aviv

Bat Yam shoreline: sand, rocks, and Mediterranean on a clear morning

Motorboat crossing calm alpine lake at dusk, Como region