Hvar

This weekend, I traveled to the coast of Croatia, to Split, then took a ferry to one of the many islands, this one, Hvar. When I first decided to travel to Croatia, I was surprised to discover that is the place of choice for Europeans to go on Holiday. After this weekend, I understand completely. The water was as clear as glass, the town had the charm of the Mediterranean, without the crowds and high prices. It is true, you can't take a bad picture there, which mine will be posted soon, I still need to sort through them.

I was also properly introduced to Croatia via Rakija, a Croatian pseudo moonshine, every bar having a different brew. I found it to taste much like vodka (therefore pretty tolerable); however, I don't plan to be having much anytime soon, perhaps when it's time to bid farewell. I still prefer a nice glass of vino, which I hear, wine season is approaching.

I had an interview with the Assistant Dean today to go over my portfolio and will then be paired with a mentor-professor, hopefully tomorrow. I am looking forward to getting matched and given a studio space, it's a little unnerving when I realize that its the beginning of October and I haven't started working yet. I plan to find the university library tomorrow to dig around and find some reading relating to some work that I wish to do while here. Yes, jest if you must, I am completely comfortable being a nerd, thanks very much.

Off to a dual opening at the Croatian Fine Arts Center, more tomorrow.

--AM