On our drive south to Fabriano the weather had been cold and rainy with low clouds that blocked any views that we might have had of the Alps. On our return drive the day was sunny and clear and we were gifted with the most magnificent views. Much as I suspected they looked much like [...]

We are staying outside of the city and taking the train into the center. It is a short, very fast ride. We are dropped off in the center and immediately cimb on a canal ferry. Sebastian and Inez want to view the Biennial Contemporary Architecture and we want to see as much of Venice as [...]

Our "chariot" awaits us. It is an Opel van. Much bigger than what we had reserved but all the "extra" space is being used. The 3rd row in the seats is being used as our "kitchen". It is where we keep all the food and water to keep the captain (Sebastian) and crew ( Tom, [...]

The weather here in Fabriano, Italy has been perfect. The days get a bit warm in the direct sunshine but there is a slight breeze and the evenings are perfect for sitting out and enjoying a gelato with our new friends. Tom and Sebastian wait for Inez and I while we take our classes. We [...]

We arrived in Fabriano. They had pulled out all stops to welcome our international organization of paper makers, paper artists (IAMPA) A large banner in the town square welcomes us upon our arrival. We have a short walk from our hotel through a beautiful park to the historic church and adjoining courtyard where our lectures [...]