Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Best Artwork by Pierre-Auguste Renoir
French Impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir was one of the most prominent painters of the Impressionist art movement. The artist learned a lot viewing the paintings of artists Camille Pissarro and Edouard Manet. He was one of the founding members of the annual Impressionist exhibition.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
I’ll Sing to That . Top Story - December 2025.
“Days of Wine and Roses” is a song that was written by Henry Mancini with lyrics by Johnny Mercer. It received the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the 1964 Grammy for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. It was recorded by the American singer Andy Williams, and his version charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts. My favorite version has always been the one recorded by the Bee Gees member Robin Gibb.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Beat
The Amazing Birds of Australia
Australian King parrots have striking red heads and vibrant green bodies. They inhabit the forests of eastern and southeastern Australia and are often seen in woodlands and rainforests. These birds dine on seeds and fruits. King parrots are shy and prefer blending in with the dense foliage.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Earth
Deck Your Home with Christmas Plants
Amaryllis is a lovely flower used for Christmas décor. The plant is vibrant red or red and white mix, making the holiday bright. Amaryllis is a plant that grows from a bulb and can be bought with the bulb already planted in a pot. You can grow it on your own in the autumn in warm climates or in a greenhouse. The flower will be in full bloom six weeks after planting.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Earth
Impressive Artwork of Edouard Manet
French realism artist Edouard Manet created some of the most controversial paintings of the 19th century. The artist traveled across Europe during the 1850s and studied the artworks of some of the most renowned artists in history. He developed a style that formed the bridge between realism art and impressionist art.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Art
Traditional European Holiday Cookies
Christmas is the time for baking cookies. To give you an idea of the kind of sweet treats you can make that come from Europe, here are pictures and descriptions of traditional holiday cookies from different European countries.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Feast
