Recently, I acquired a writing job for Wandercast, an audio travel guide website. I’ve been writing articles for points of interest and have been thoroughly enjoying it. Although it won’t be fully accessible to the public until early next year, the founders of the site have given me permission an article on my site. Article for me. Publicity for Wandercast. Great read for you. It’s a win-win situation for everyone. Enjoy.

Considered to be the first true artist of the Baroque style, Caravaggio was regarded as an enigmatic and rebellious character in his day. With a reputation of going to socials and challenging people to duels, a lifestyle that resulted in his premature death, it’s hard to imagine Caravaggio as someone who would create religious paintings. Nevertheless, during his life, huge churches and cathedrals were being built, and they required artisans to come and paint for them. Never one to turn down opportunities to find patronage, Caravaggio naturalistic approach to art was highly sought after by these churches, and he created a flurry of art while commissioned by the church; one of these being The Taking of Christ.

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