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WW2 AND ART IN FICTION

Posted on October 4, 2019

“WW2 & ART IN FICTION” I am honored to have BRIDGE OF SIGHS AND DREAMS added to this prestigious directory: “WW2 & ART IN FICTION.” Thank you to celebrated author, Jennifer Alderson for your consideration and generosity. Click on this … Continue reading →

NEW INTERVIEW

Posted on September 17, 2019

Mille grazie to award-winning author Kathryn Gauci for featuring my interview on her website. I am honored to be included alongside such gifted authors. I also appreciate Kathryn’s consideration to my interests beyond writing. Click here to view the entire … Continue reading →

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“FANTASTIC BOOK”

Posted on August 21, 2019

“FANTASTIC BOOK” “I love books that are thoroughly entertaining but where I learn something at the same time (in this case, life in Italy under Mussolini and the Nazi occupation). ‘Bridge of Sighs and Dreams’ scores top marks on both … Continue reading →

YOGA AT SUNRISE

Posted on August 8, 2019

YOGA AT SUNRISE I enjoy using a calligraphy styled, disconnected-line technique that allows the viewer’s eye to fill in the spaces. Yoga in the morning is a fabulous way to start the day with a calm, positive attitude. This 8”X10” … Continue reading →

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ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT

Posted on August 1, 2019

ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT “A brilliantly written book is set in rural Italy and Rome during World War II. The writer has a great talent for drawing the reader in from the very beginning. This incredible story tells of the atrocities of … Continue reading →

PRIDE BOUQUET

Posted on July 19, 2019

PRIDE BOUQUET celebrates all my friends and family in the LBGTQ community. I wanted my flowers to have a party on my canvas where everyone’s invited. Cheers to you all for being who you are. I love every one … Continue reading →

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FAMILY UNITY

Posted on July 13, 2019

FAMILY UNITY Infants, toddlers, ALL children belong with their parents and should not be used as tools for racist, hateful politicians. We are all children of Mother Earth and we should have no room in our lives for bigotry or … Continue reading →

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“A PACE THAT WILL KEEP YOUR HEART RACING”

Posted on July 10, 2019

“A PACE THAT WILL KEEP YOUR HEART RACING” The sun shines brighter each time a new 5-star review appears on Amazon. I offer my most sincere thanks to noted author Marina Osipova for taking the time to write such a … Continue reading →

DANCE FEVER 2

Posted on July 8, 2019

DANCE FEVER 2 Whenever I get painter’s block (that’s what I call it when my mind hits a snag, and I can’t come up with a subject for my next painting) I revert to what I call fun art. I … Continue reading →

Posted in original art | Tagged abstract, allegretto art, allegretto design, ballare, ballet, black, black figures, bold colors, calligraphy, contemporary art, dance, dancers, dancing, dancing figures, decorative art, design, designer art, fantasy, figurative art, figures, fun art, jazz, minimalism, miro`, modern art, movement, music, music notes, music staff, musica, musical, orange, pam franz, pamela allegretto, pamela allegretto franz, paul klee, red, retro art, whimsical, yellow | Leave a comment

“ONE OF THE BEST WWII NOVELS”

Posted on June 19, 2019

“ONE OF THE BEST WWII NOVELS” My heartfelt thanks to the Amazon reader for writing such a lovely review. I am delighted that you enjoyed the novel and appreciate your kindness. I’m sorry that your name was not listed so … Continue reading →

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT

Posted on May 12, 2019

What an amazing Mother’s Day gift coming all the way from France, these beautiful words and review written by noted author, Laurette Long. Merci` beaucoup, Laurette. La vita e` veramente bellissima! “I’ve just read Pamela Allegretto-Franz‘s wonderful novel ‘Bridge of … Continue reading →

CINCO DE MAYO

Posted on May 5, 2019

CINCO DE MAYO MEXICAN SERENADE Pedro has been serenading outside his lover’s window for hours, but she’s playing hard to get. Their hopes and dreams are as genuine and meaningful as yours and mine. Happy Cinco de Mayo to all … Continue reading →

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NEW ENGLAND COVERED BRIDGE

Posted on April 6, 2019

NEW ENGLAND COVERED BRIDGE When we first moved to Connecticut, I became fascinated by the multitude of charming covered bridges scattered across the state. I understand the covered bridge craze abounds throughout all of New England. A few years ago, I … Continue reading →

Posted in original art | Tagged acrylic painting, allegretto art, allegretto design, ancient bridge, blue, bridge, connecticut, covered bridge, east haddam, floral, flowers, historic bridge, landscape, modern art, moodus, nature, new england, new england covered bridge, new england landscape, original art, paesaggio, pam franz, pamela allegretto, pamela allegretto franz, plein air painting, ponte, purple, red, river, rural setting, sky, springtime, stream, tourism, travel, trees, wild flowers, wooden bridge | Leave a comment

“PAGE-TURNER EXTRAORDINAIRE”

Posted on April 5, 2019

“PAGE-TURNER EXTRAORDINAIRE” Mille Grazie to Burton for this lovely review. “Pamela Allegretto does a masterful job of leading her readers into the horrors of the German oppression of Italy from 1943 to 1945. She accomplishes this through the eyes … Continue reading →

SUNFLOWERS

Posted on March 30, 2019

SUNFLOWERS Although clearly I am not a botanical artist, still, I think all flowers are beautiful whether real or imagined. The original 8”x10″ acrylic on one-inch thick wrapped canvas is for sale. View this and other originals at my … Continue reading →

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Author Archives: pamelaallegretto

About pamelaallegretto

WW2 AND ART IN FICTION

NEW INTERVIEW

“FANTASTIC BOOK”

YOGA AT SUNRISE

ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT

PRIDE BOUQUET

FAMILY UNITY

“A PACE THAT WILL KEEP YOUR HEART RACING”

DANCE FEVER 2

“ONE OF THE BEST WWII NOVELS”

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT

CINCO DE MAYO

NEW ENGLAND COVERED BRIDGE

“PAGE-TURNER EXTRAORDINAIRE”

SUNFLOWERS

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