Ciao, amici! Today is a special day. March 6, 1475 was the birthday of none other than Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni, a man so talented in so many things, he was known as il divino, or the divine one.
The world has changed a lot in the 544 years since his birth, but the quality of his work lives on, more than standing the test of time. Sculptures like David and Dusk and Dawn (the Tomb of Lorenzo di Medici), paintings like The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, architecture like the Laurentian Library and Piazza del Campidoglio, and numerous drawings and poems have, in a way, made the man immortal.
Which, when I think about it, is kind of funny. Because when I wrote my Medici Protectorate series, Michelangelo was still alive — thanks to a feat of alchemy — and was a vital character in the series. He can tell you all about it himself (you can read my interview with him here* or Lisa Burton’s interview with him here), or you can visit the Medici Protectorate Series page to learn more.
As you go about your day today, I hope you take a moment to enjoy a form of art: painting, song, literature, etc. And when you do, I hope you think of il divono.
Happy Birthday, Michelangelo.
*Note: The book cover pictured on the interview page is the original version. The series has since been updated to look like the covers above.
Ha! I knew it! After reading Mind Control, I figured out who Mike is. My suspicions are confirmed 😀 Just put the other two Medici books in my Kindle library 😀
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Ah, Julie, you’re getting ahead of yourself. Remember, Mike works for il capo, who is in hiding. No one gets to meet him in person except for his number one. But I promise, readers do get to meet him by the end. 🙂
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Happy Birthday to the master and wow, what a grand name! 😀 It is astonishing what he achieved in his lifetime and how relevant and central is work still is in our lives centuries on! A great post and a clever link with your books. I must admit I’ve never closely checked out the Medici series but reading about it I am very intrigued and captivated. I am noting the first one down and hope to read it soon. Have a superb weekend,Staci! 😀
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Wow, thanks, Annika. I appreciate the interest and support.
Michelangelo was and is one of the most influential talents to ever have lived. I look forward to the day when I can see some of his work in person.
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Staci, I hope you do get to see his work in person. I was in Florence a few years ago and was agog at the art we saw, including Michelangelo’s! Before we left I hoped I wouldn’t be disappointed…no fear! It was amazing and I felt uplifted and inspired throughout!😀
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I love hearing about people’s experiences in Italy. (All travels, actually.) It lets me live vicariously through them until I can do these things myself. Thanks for sharing.
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Reblogged this on Author Don Massenzio and commented:
Celebrate the great Michalangelo’s birthday by checking out Staci Troilo’s Medici Series. Details are in this post from her blog.
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Many thanks, Don.
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You’re welcome.
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When I was in Italy this summer, I was amazed at how much this man influenced the art and architecture of the country. His influence was everywhere. His amazing statue of David is a masterpiece and was finished when he was only 26 years old. I could barely write my name at that age. He was truly a talented man in so many different areas – painter, sculptor, architect…
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His talent was boundless, his influence amazing. I can only imagine how wonderful it was to see his work in person.
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It was awesome.
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Happy birthday to the old Master! Hm, I must go and grab book 1 of the Medici P series….
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That’s one way to celebrate! Thanks, Jess.
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🤗
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Happy birthday to Michelango. No better way to celebrate than to read the Medici series!
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Aw, thanks, Joan!
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To have the brilliance to create works that astonish the eyes of future generations. Such a gift.
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Truly. It’s something I aspire to but in reality know I’ll never attain.
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One never knows. That’s the beauty of it.
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So true. 🙂
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I am still in awe after being able to see some of his work in person. Happy birthday!
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I wish I had the honor.
My mom just told me Pittsburgh is one of the cities that is getting some of daVinci’s work (on loan, not permanently). How I wish I was still there. I’d love to see it!
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Maybe you could visit? How exciting for Pittsburg. I know someday you will stand next to the statue of David and in the Sistine Chapel:)
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That’s the dream!
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And I thought my name was a long one, lol.
I stared at the painting you shared and my main takeaway was the wiseness in those eyes. Happy birthday to a man who changed the world in many profound ways. ❤
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“Profound” is the perfect word. Thanks, Jacquie.
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What a great idea for a promotion. Seems to me Lisa interviewed him too.
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You know, you might be right. I’m going to go check…
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You were right. I don’ t know how I could have forgotten such a gracious host. I’ve added the link to the post. Thanks for the reminder!
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That wasn’t necessary. Just a comment.
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You know me. I love links.
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After 500, they kind of blend together, lol. Much earlier for me.
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Me, too, Teri. 🤣
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I had no idea it was Michelangelo’s birthday, cool. I should have a piece of cake to celebrate.:-)
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I’d join you in the cake, but Lent started today. Enjoy it on my behalf.
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Staci, I enjoyed the Medici series. I hope you consider bringing those characters back at some point.
I am appreciating some music currently, but will be enjoying a good book this evening. DiVinci was a great inspiration. I’m happy to learn a bit more about him.
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Thanks for the kind words about the Medici Protectorate. I do have plans for us to visit them again. Stay tuned…
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What a great post. I had no idea it was his birthday, but it doesn’t surprise me that you’d know that 🙂
It’s truly mind-boggling at all he accomplished.He definitely left his mark on the world.
And your Medici Protectorate series left a mark with me. I miss the Brotherhood and the sisters. Here’s hoping many other readers discover them in your excellent books!
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Oh, my gosh. You made my morning. Thanks so much!
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🙂
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