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PRIMO GENNAIO JANUARY 1st

Posted on January 29, 2021 by pamelaallegretto

Until I stumbled into this odd little side gig of translating Italian poetry, my idea of poetry didn’t go much further than, “Roses are red…” etc., etc. Occasionally, I read and reread and tried to understand some of the poetry … Continue reading →

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“UNITY” – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Posted on December 31, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Although the balloons are different colors, they are all still balloons. When they unite, good things happen. I’m hopeful that in 2021 we can all unite and make good things happen. HAPPY NEW YEAR! “L’UNITÀ” – FELICE ANNO NUOVO! Sebbene … Continue reading →

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ALLEGRETTO ART – FREE US SHIPPING!

Posted on November 23, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Ends midnight tonight: 11/22/20 Eastern Standard Time! Quality giclee prints, greeting cards, tote bags, i-phone cases, throw pillows, puzzles, masks, coffee cups, etc. I hope you enjoy browsing through my eclectic gallery that ranges from bold trompe l’oeil “Views to … Continue reading →

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SAX SEX

Posted on November 7, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Today is International Saxophone Day. Yes, that’s really a “Day!” It seems International Saxophone Day is celebrated on November 6th of each year in remembrance of Antoine-Joseph (Adolphe) Sax, the inventor of the saxophone. Adolphe Sax was born on November … Continue reading →

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WORLD FOOD DAY

Posted on October 17, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

WORLD FOOD DAY Hunger won’t wait for the pandemic to end. There is no justification for children to go hungry in this country. But it’s happening every day, in every community. The USDA states that more than 11 million children … Continue reading →

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SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI –

Posted on October 5, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Today is the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. We don’t have to be Christians or even religious to appreciate the life of St. Francis of Assisi. He cherished all of nature and creatures large and small. I … Continue reading →

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MATERA

Posted on July 24, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

None of us the US are allowed inside the EU right now, but that doesn’t stop us from dreaming of better days to come. For those adventurous artists who have squeezed the last drop from your yellow ochre and burnt … Continue reading →

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FESTA DEL REDENTORE – Venezia

Posted on July 15, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

The Festa del Redentore, one of the most important traditional events in Venice, commemorates the end of the plague of the 16th century. The annual celebration takes place during the weekend of the third Sunday of July. Between 1575 and … Continue reading →

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PRIDE BOUQUET

Posted on June 18, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

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 of … Continue reading →

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“REFLECTION”

Posted on June 3, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

I decided to re-post my painting “REFLECTION.” I hope you all take a minute to read the blurb explaining the story behind the painting. Cheers! “I have always liked the concept of trying to put myself in someone else’s shoes, … Continue reading →

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SICILIAN TABLE

Posted on May 23, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Since travel to Italy is not an option right now, I dug up this painting to keep the dream alive. This trompe l’oeil still life of a Chianti bottle with olive oil decanter, provolone cheese ball, and plum tomatoes on … Continue reading →

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CINCO DE MAYO

Posted on May 5, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Pedro has been serenading outside Rita’s window for hours. She’s playing coy, but in reality, she loves the attention. Their hopes and dreams are as genuine and meaningful as yours and mine. Happy Cinco de Mayo to all of my … Continue reading →

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LEI DAY – MAY DAY

Posted on May 3, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Yes, I know, I’m a day late with my greetings. I’m running on Hawaiian time. Whenever possible, I like to step away from the serious. In this painting, I did that. Who says turtles have to be green or dolphins must … Continue reading →

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FESTA DELLA LIBERAZIONE

Posted on April 25, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

Today is one of Italy’s most celebrated holidays: Festa della Liberazione (Liberation Day Celebration). It marks the fall of Mussolini’s Italian Social Republic and the end of the Nazi occupation in Italy in 1945. For a deeper insight into life … Continue reading →

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EARTH DAY

Posted on April 23, 2020 by pamelaallegretto

EARTH DAY In celebration of EARTH DAY, I thought I would post my painting of the Pololu Valley Lookout, on the North West corner of the Big Island of Hawaii. Cheers to Mother Earth for bestowing us with this awesome … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: original art

PRIMO GENNAIO JANUARY 1st

“UNITY” – HAPPY NEW YEAR!

ALLEGRETTO ART – FREE US SHIPPING!

SAX SEX

WORLD FOOD DAY

SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI –

MATERA

FESTA DEL REDENTORE – Venezia

PRIDE BOUQUET

“REFLECTION”

SICILIAN TABLE

CINCO DE MAYO

LEI DAY – MAY DAY

FESTA DELLA LIBERAZIONE

EARTH DAY

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