September 29, 2008

Today I visited Dali Universe near the South Bank. Dali is one of my favorite artists. I think he is a genius and has one of the most creative minds of all time. He once said, "Everything alters me, but nothing changes me." I think this quote illustrates the way I feel about my life right now if that makes any sense. Anyways, the exhibit was really enjoyable and I saw a lot of his work, particularly sculptures, that I have never seen before. There was an exhibit in Paris that I saw a few years ago that had more paintings than sculptures. There was also a small section on Picasso's work. All in all it was a great day!

September 28, 2008

Today I went to St. Paul's for an afternoon church service. It was so beautiful and it made me feel better after I left. I did some homework and food shopping and that was pretty much it. Relaxed Sundays are the best.

September 26, 2008

London Fashion Weekend is the best place on earth. My friends and I went to tonights session and had a great time. It was filled with designer clothing booths, shoes, bags, jewelry and you could get your makeup done, hair cut, and nails polished all in the same location. Elle magazine hosted the event outside the National History museum. They also had free champagne! The night ended with a fashion show. It was a great event to say the least.

It was difficult to take photos inside the event with security, etc. but I did take a photograph outside of the building! (Not a very good one though).

September 25, 2008

Long day...I'm tired. Six hours of class is no fun but at least it's the weekend now! My friends and I just booked our fall break trip. We're going to Venice, Florence, Rome, and Paris. I'm so excited! Living in hostels should be interesting but I've done it before so I'm not too worried. I'm going out in a little with some friends to Crazy Larry's in Chelsea. I don't know what it is but hopefully it will be a good night.

September 24, 2008

Today was a dreary day. It was cloudy, dark, and rained a little throughout the day. Class was pretty boring but he let us out early which was nice. Yesterday I received a package from my mom and dad filled with all my favorite things! It reminded me of home and I got a little home sick. Hopefully, the sun will come out tomorrow. Can't wait for the weekend!

September 22, 2008

Today was a museum day. The weather wasn't particularly nice so I headed inside the Victoria and Albert Museum. I was there all day and saw a wide range of art including sculptures, fashion design, photography, drawings, paintings, stain glass art, Raphael's cartoons, and my personal favorite, jewelry! They had jewelry from almost every time period and country. The royal tiaras and rings were insane. The photography exhibit wasn't too impressive but they did have Talbott's photo book called, "The Pencil of Nature." The museum itself is quite beautiful and it even has a library which reminded me of the one in Disney's, Beauty and the Beast.

I don't really like the images I took today but I didn't really have much else since I was inside most of the day.

September 21, 2008

Ahh yet another wonderful day in London. First stop was Harvey Nichols, one of London's greatest department stores. I walked around each floor gazing and yes drooling over the beautiful clothing that I do not have the funds to buy. The shoe department was like heaven. I decided to leave before making any rash decisions and met my friends at the Festival of Food at Southbank Centre Square. It's a four day festival celebrating local foods and produce as well as demonstrations by chefs and tastings. There was everything from ice cream to cheese to a hog roast! (no thank you). We then wandered around the Southbank area and came across many street performers including a headless man! Well, not really but he was pretty entertaining.