Through the Lens of LoMonaco

Giovanni Battista Gaulli, called Baciccio The Triumph of the Name of Jesus and the Fall of the Damned, 1672-1685 Background      Walking into the Jesuit church of Il Gesù, located in Rome, Italy you will be greeted by elaborate architecture and a magnificent ceiling fresco. The artist, Giovanni Battista Gualli, spent years on this fresco from 1672 - 1685, roughly one hundred years after the construction of the church itself. At the time, the building was established by the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant Reformation initiated by Martin Luther. The religious and political history behind the structure bleeds over into the ceiling fresco itself as you see an obvious distinction between those who they believed achieved salvation and those who did not based on their beliefs. Personal Analysis      I can relate to this background in the sense that I think it is important to stand up for what you believe in. Without fear of repercussions or persecution, especially if you believe

Hello, Reader -      My name is Lexi LoMonaco. Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, my journey in life has taken me to many states in the Lower 48. Two years ago I found myself back in Alaska again, only this time in Fairbanks. I live here full-time with my husband, John, and our golden retriever, Daisy. Together the three of us enjoy all things outdoors, especially the rural areas. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, or enjoying the view, we would both agree that Fairbanks is a hidden gem. I love to sing, play guitar, and spend time with family. I have been in the Finance industry for 9 years and I am currently studying at The University of Alaska Fairbanks for my Bachelor of Business Administration. My long-term goal is to teach Personal Finance at a University one day to help college students financially prepare for the real world. The Storm on the Sea of Galilee, 1633 by Rembrandt, by Rembrandt van Rijn : Available at: https://www.rembrandtpaintings.com/the-storm-on-the-sea-of-galilee