Originally Posted By: improved modified
I love it. However I love the Boroque period. BRING ON THE GUILDING AND THE ORNAMENTATION. Diamond dust mixed with plaster is not required, but is a nice touch.


Me too! Some of my favorite artists are from that period. Caravaggio, Velazquez, Vermeer, etc. High technical standards and dramatic light effects. What's not to like? I rather like several of the ugly plates posted here too, although gilding would be a bit much. Or would it? eek