CraftAlive Dates 2025: What’s Coming to the Crafting Scene

CraftAlive Dates 2025: What’s Coming to the Crafting SceneAre you ready to mark your calendar with the most exciting craft events of 2025? The CraftAlive festival circuit is back and better than ever! Whether you're a seasoned crafter with callused hands or someone who just bought their first glue gun, these gatherings are where creativity comes alive.

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - December 2024

 SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - December 2024

The December edition is jam-packed with lots of festive fun and news, but is actually going to be the last edition of Snapshot for a while, as Alyson is going to be taking a break from compiling this publication each month as she wants to focus on new projects in the coming year (more about those soon!)

Photographing the Smoky Mountains: Scenic Spots for Every Season

Photographing the Smoky Mountains: Scenic Spots for Every SeasonFrom blooming spring wildflowers to snow-dusted winter peaks, the Smoky Mountains offer spectacular scenery for photographers year-round. Each season brings its own unique light, colors, and atmosphere, transforming the landscape into a haven for capturing the natural beauty of the mountains.

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - November 2024

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - November 2024

We've got another full edition for you with lots of news, and as always, art, books, photography, features, events and more.

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - October 2024

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - October 2024

Another jam-packed edition for you with lots of Algarve news, art, books, photography, features, events and ,more - PLUS, check out our new online shop.

The New Moon Sept 29th, captured at Boca do Rio, Algarve

The New Moon Sept 29th, captured at Boca do Rio, AlgarveThis stunning photo of the recent new moon, during the Milky Way season of April to October, was taken at Boca do Rio between Burgau and Salema at about 10.30pm on Sunday, 29th September 2024.

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - September 2024

SNAPSHOT! Art and Photography news from the Algarve - September 2024

We've got another bumper edition for you with lots of news, art, books, photography, features, events and ,more - and as always, it's completely free!

The Significance of Icons in Orthodox Christian Worship

The Significance of Icons in Orthodox Christian WorshipIcons hold a profound place in the life and worship of the Orthodox Christian Church. Unlike in many other Christian traditions, where religious imagery may serve a more decorative or illustrative purpose, icons in Orthodoxy are deeply theological and liturgical elements.