Ancora Imparo





Ancora Imparo: A little gold piece 15 x 15 x 3.5cm
copper & gold leaf, collage & painting on canvas.
It is a little Latin quote attributed to Michaelangelo
translated to "I am still learning". It is also Monash University's motto.

Comments

Fiona Dempster said…
One of my favourite quotes - I use it over and over. And so true - what's it all about if we aren't still learning?
September 30, 2011 at 2:23 PM
ronnie said…
given its monash's motto - I think I should be able to lay claim to this piece eh? ;~)
October 2, 2011 at 2:40 AM
Gemma Black said…
Thanks gals! I have created it for the 2012 CLAS exhibition "All that glisters ..." (good old Shakespere).
October 2, 2011 at 5:41 PM
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