The Louvre:
Today we had our first day of touring the Louvre. I'm absolutely speechless. I have no idea how many ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, how many rooms that go and on forever filled with historical artwork, how many Italian and Renaissance paintings, how much marble and gold...that I got to see today...I'm absolutely overwhelmed.
Being an artist, I found myself with my mouth gaped open as I turned each corner and entered each room. I was told, by many friends who have already been to Paris, that the Louvre was huge and that I would love it...but there's just no way to be prepared for what it is really like.
I was very surprised when I found out that I could take photos throughout the museum. They have signs up everywhere that say no cameras but thousands of people were snapping pictures and filming video...and the museum security in each room allowed it. So I figured...okay, here's my chance to document my experience in the Louvre.
Also, they allow people to bring in art supplies and sketch and paint. So I sat myself down in front of a rather large painting of St. Michael slaying the devil by Raphael and took my time sketching (surrounded by many other artists doing the same).
The place is so huge...we only got about 1/2 way thru the place. We'll return again this week for a go at the other 1/2. And then we also want to walk the beautiful landscaped gardens nearby. But...for today, my feet are tired.
