Slow Art Sunday - Michelangelo

Today, Slow Art Sunday highlights art so well known that viewing it is a destination for millions of art lovers and curious alike each year.  “The Creation of Adam” took Michelangelo four years to paint on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; part of the Vatican museums and official residence of the Pope in Rome, Italy.

Over 500 years ago, Michelangelo used a technique called fresco which is painting upon freshly laid plaster.  The iconic image shows a powerful and symbolic connection between the divine and the human and is the central panel within a larger masterpiece of Old Testament stories.

Known for his intense dedication to his work, Michelangelo’s legacy is profound.  He contributed to art and culture through painting, sculpture, architecture and poetry and truly is one of the greatest artists in history. A leading figure of the Renaissance, he significantly helped move the world from the dark ages into a beautiful, creative season.

Take some time to consider the skill and perseverance it took to produce the beauty we can still enjoy centuries later.

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