I have enjoyed several of Anne’s “Zoom” presentations. The subject matter is always thoroughly researched and presented in a coherent, knowledgeable and humorous manner. I particularly enjoyed the presentation on Italian hand gestures and their meaning. I have Italian ancestry, and after viewing the lecture, I immediately called one of my cousins to discuss the content, and we laughed hysterically about our memories of these long-forgotten gestures used by many family members. I also particularly enjoyed the most recent lecture on the restoration of the St Francis basilica frescoes (by Giotto and Cimabue) after the 1997 earthquake. My husband and I had visited the Basilica about a year before the earthquake, and had wonderful memories of the frescoes, so the description and photos of the painstaking efforts to restore them was fascinating and illuminating. When we can safely travel again, i look forward to contacting Anne for her wonderful tours.
Comments on Anne’s Virtual Experiences in Italy
The photography Anne has presented during her talks has been captivating and very visually expressive complimenting the marvelous details and nuances she provides verbally. Having the familiarity of her voice in our ears rather than just written words to go along with the pictures brings this touring experience on par with being there live. The question and answer segment at the end of each tour has been fascinating to hear and participate in. Thanks, Anne for another great experience about our beloved old country.
The photography Anne has presented during her talks has been captivating and very visually expressive complimenting the marvelous details and nuances she provides verbally. Having the familiarity of her voice in our ears rather than just written words to go along with the pictures brings this touring experience on par with being there live. The question and answer segment at the end of each tour has been fascinating to hear and participate in. Thanks, Anne for another great experience about our beloved old country.
This virtual tour was a really fun hour, filled with so much information and beautiful photography. I especially appreciated how thoughtful Anne is in describing the many locals she has come to know; and seeing the blue waters of the Mediterranean made my heart sing.
My husband and I feel as though you are our friend, as I think do the other 200 people online for your talks. Thank you so much for them!! It truly allows us (former) frequent travelers to have a taste going somewhere during these bizarre times. We love them and have passed on info to others. Again, thank you for you, your knowledge and information, your wonderful talent in communicating your life and your adopted country (we are Californians). I don’t know how all 200+ of us are going to fit into your Assisi accommodations in 2022, but we will probably all try.