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Urban sketching Seville an illustration of the entrance of Seville cathedral

The Colourful History of Seville Cathedral

February 26, 2021

Seville Cathedral, the landmark centrepiece of Spain’s Andalusian capital, is a building with a long and very interesting past. The Spanish masterpiece has undergone numerous transformations and reconstructions since it was first built, leaving a fascinating multicultural monument. Today, it’s a wonderful building to admire for tourists and locals alike. Seville Cathedral is officially known … More The Colourful History of Seville Cathedral

Drawing of Chartres cathedral ceiling ribbed vaults Gothic design

Gothic Cathedrals – Appreciating Europe’s Medieval Masterpieces

January 12, 2021

The Gothic style of architecture, which rose to prominence in the mid-twelfth century, represented a revolutionary new way of building cathedrals. Architects and builders during the High Middle Ages employed new architectural techniques, allowing buildings to be taller, with large stained glass windows, grandiose displays of sunlight and lofty interior spaces to amaze visitors. The … More Gothic Cathedrals – Appreciating Europe’s Medieval Masterpieces