The Czech Republic In Pictures

A trip to the Czech Republic isn't complete without a multi-day visit to the capital. But, many may not be aware of the vast swaths of protected wilderness in the country's Bohemian area that's also sprinkled with notable galleries, shops and museums displaying some exquisite contemporary glass works. Check out my latest YouTube video slideshow that features the UNESCO protected Bohemian Paradise Geopark.

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Art Glass Discoveries in the Czech Republic

Sure, I knew that the Czech Republic had a long and illustrious tradition in art glass. But as I wandered into museums, boutiques, factories and studios, I certainly didn't expect to find a playfulness to the works on display.

 In fact, while inspecting the myriad pieces of stemware, goblets and bowls, I found something so curious that I burst out loud giggling in the middle of this staid museum. I was face to face with contemporary glass Eve that was anatomically correct.

My article for the Huffington Post is accompanied by a slide show of my images of everything from craftsmen handcrafting bowls in a hot shop to table centerpieces that seem mythological.

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