James Baresel
James Baresel is a freelance writer who has contributed to periodicals as
varied as Fine Art Connoisseur, Military History, Claremont Review of Books,
and New Eastern Europe.
LATEST
‘The Roll Call’: Lady Elizabeth Butler’s Authentic Military Painting
With her pragmatism and technical artistic brilliance, British painter Lady Butler illustrated the all-encompassing reality of war.
Carracci Cousins and the Blueprint for Art Academies
In the 16th century, the Carracci family left an artistic legacy by developing an art program that became the model for art schools across Europe.
‘Adoration of the Shepherds’: Caravaggio’s Realistic Imaginings
Caravaggio’s realistic portrayal of the “Adoration of the Shepherds” gave viewers a unique glimpse into the well-known nativity scene.
Vatican ‘Surrenders’ Over Blessing Gay Couples
African bishops at forefront of resistance to controversial ‘Fiducia Supplicans’ document.
Soaring Crime Rate Hurting Small Businesses in Washington
Homicides up by 35 percent, robberies jump 67 percent, and motor vehicle thefts almost double.
Growing Opposition Within Catholic Church Over Softer Approach to Same-Sex Relationships
Two weeks after releasing its ‘Fiducia Supplicans’ the Vatican finds itself on the defensive.
The Banqueting House of Whitehall
The Banqueting House is an important landmark in the history of English architecture; it transformed the country’s taste.
