Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's Restaurant Week - Deal or No Deal?

Is "Restaurant Week" in Philadelphia a good deal for visiting and local diners, or just clever marketing and promotion by the city's restaurant business? Look beyond the hype and get the facts before making those dinner and lunch reservations.

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BYOB Dining in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's restaurant scene is known for its large number of BYOB restaurants. If you are unfamiliar with BYOB practices and etiquette, read this guide before visiting the city of Philadelphia.

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Creating a Renaissance-Style Portrait from a Modern Photograph

Classical oil painting techniques can transform a modern photograph into a work of art. How I used a photo reference to create this Old Master-style painting.



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A Classical Still-Life Oil Painting of Two Pears

Old Master techniques allow for incredible realism and beauty in oil painting. This slideshow illustrates the methods I used to create a classical-style still life.



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