Compared to our harsh summer glare, one of the most magnificent elements of the northern hemisphere is the subtle lighting. It’s no wonder artists and authors settle into the likes of Florence, Venice, Paris to paint, photograph, dream and wax lyrical. Someone with just such ability is Carla Coulson. An Aussie, Carla took herself off to Florence to master the art of photography, moved to Paris then enchanted us with images that have us wanting to sacrifice our first born for the chance to settle into a little side cafe, Prosecco in hand and absorb the atmospheric majesty of these regions. Just a small sample below. Are you inspired? Venice followed by Paris…sigh..
Images from Carla Coulson – Carla Loves Photography
At least we did, the experience quite possibly enhanced by the sleek jet boat and it’s handsome driver who gave us a tour of the Lake, let us loose in the petite village of Bellagio, ferried us to a most memorable luncheon experience at a lovely little cliff clinging restaurant in celebration of Donna’s birthday, discreetly pointed out places where many movie scenes have been shot and celebs have taken up residence, before finally returning us to the waterside door steps of the Relais Regina Teodolinda.
Imagine our relief when we stepped off our water bus on the Grand Canal, right at the door step of our latest digs…the beautiful Palazzo Giovanelli. An historic building, dating from the 1500s, painted with mythological figures by Zelotti, rich in charm and with a history that includes tenants such as the Mozart family and the King of Denmark, Frederick Christian IV and…us!
