Phaethon (1878) By Gustave Moreau

Liu Liu

Medusa (circa 1900)

— by Angust Rieper

Mars i Wenus

Venus in the houses

Venus in the 1st House : Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the most fabulous of all ? It's Me.

You’ve never met a filter you didn’t like.

Love at first sight? You’re basically an app for it.

Getting married? You’re the whole package—gift wrapped in glamour.

You can make a paper bag look like haute couture.

Open to plastic surgery/beauty enhancement procedures.

Venus in the 2nd House : I’m just financially fabulous.

You’re a walking manifestation of “treat yourself.”

Your idea of a “fun investment” is high-end makeup.

Money may not buy happiness, but it buys a killer wardrobe.

Cosmetic collection? It’s more of a museum at this point.

You could turn a thrift store into a designer boutique.

Venus in the 3rd House : Talk to me. I make every word sound like gold.

Beauty tips? You pass them on like life-changing wisdom.

Makeup is optional, but your smile is mandatory.

Takes 25 pictures to make sure whether you look good in a selfie.

You could make an IKEA instruction manual sound like Shakespeare. You’re not just talking, you’re seducing with your words.

Love letters are basically your second language.

Venus in the 4th House : Home is where the luxury is, and so am I.

Probably have a Pinterest account with luxury home décor pins.

You take pictures like you are in for a Vogue photoshoot.

Your partner requirement: must appreciate candlelit dinners and spontaneous home makeovers.

Your family is either all-in for gourmet meals or leaving the house for takeout.

Your house plants probably have their own Instagram.

Venus in the 5th House: I don’t just fall in love, I make it a production.

You don’t “date,” you audition for the role of soulmate.

Your flirt game is so strong, even Siri has a crush on you.

Your idea of a “low-key evening” involves five outfit changes and a selfie.

Your idea of “casual” is wearing heels to the grocery store.

You don’t “catch feelings,” you produce them—like a movie sequel no one asked for.

Venus in the 6th House : Effortlessly fabulous, even while folding laundry.

You love self-care—so much that it’s practically a ritual.

Probably post pictures of their prepped meals on Instagram.

Your health routine involves pampering, not sweating.

You’ll never date someone who doesn’t have their life together (including their laundry).

You attract people with cleanliness, not just your charm (but mostly your charm).

Venus in the 7th House: I’m not picky, I just attract perfection in love.

You attract love like it’s the latest fashion trend.

Kind of partner? You wrote the manual on that.

Love is art, and you’re the masterpiece.

Your soulmate better have their life together, including an emergency fund and excellent taste in movies.

Your relationship advice is as chic as your wardrobe.

Venus in the 8th House: I love deeply… and live luxuriously in the process.

You’ve got that “rich in mystery” vibe going on.

Your partner could be wealthier than you.

Your love life is so intense, it might need a fire extinguisher.

You don’t just fall in love—you plunge.

You’re basically a passionate volcano of emotions.

Venus in the 9th House : I’m off to discover the world… and look fabulous doing it.

You fall in love like you fall in love with new cultures or people of other nationalities.

Your idea of romance? Passport, plane ticket, and luxury.

You’re not just looking for a lover; you need a travel buddy with a PhD.

If they can’t keep up with your wanderlust, you’ll probably ghost them at the airport.

Your ideal partner? Someone who can read Kant and order food in French.

Venus in the 10th House: Looking for a partner? Better come with a résumé.

You don’t date; you network—and maybe fall in love later.

Your ideal relationship is as high profile as your LinkedIn.

You’re not here for a fling—you want a power couple partnership.

If love’s a game, I’m playing to win.

Could meet your partner through your job.

Venus in the 11th House: Looking for love—must like my friends (they come first).

You need someone who shares your love of weird hobbies and social causes, or else it’s a deal-breaker.

You’re not falling in love, you’re curating your social circle... one date at a time.

Relationships for you? They're like your social media feed—always with a “#couplegoals” vibe.

Follows skin and hair care or hair style tutorials on YouTube.

90 percent of your google searches would be "how to make your hair grow faster", "best products for glowing skin",etc

Venus in the 12th House: Can’t love you if I haven’t analyzed my dreams first.

You don’t date—you swoon from afar in secret, like a true romantic introvert.

Probably have some skin and food allergies.

You fall for someone and then ghost yourself—the ultimate Venus in the 12th move.

You only fall for people who don’t even know they’re in love with you yet.

Your idea of a date? Talking about your past lives—or maybe just your weirdest dreams.

Love is like a hidden treasure—you’ll find it, but only if you’re deep enough in your feelings (or your journal that you don't show it to anyone).

So whether you're romancing in secret, hosting a business meeting disguised as a date, or curating your perfect Instagram-worthy love life, remember: Venus is just here to make it fabulous. Just don't forget to bring the skincare, Wi-Fi, and maybe a Google search or two. Keep shining, keep loving, and keep being your amazing, quirky self—Venus has got your back!

Les Chasseuresuses (lub Łowczynie) opiera się na micie o Artemidzie (córce Zeusa), znanej z tego, że prosiła ojca, aby pozwolił jej pozostać dziewicą. Była nieokiełznana i nieokiełznana, z natury dzika; żaden mężczyzna nie mógł nad nią dominować. Na obrazie Artemida jest przedstawiona jako dziewicza łowczyni, otoczona innymi dziewiczymi nimfami, które towarzyszą jej i chronią ją za pomocą psów. Stewart był pod dużym wpływem klasycznej konwencji historyczno-artystycznej, której przestrzegał. Przedstawia Artemidę stojącą na pierwszym planie z dwoma siedzącymi towarzyszkami u boku. W tle wesołe nimfy tańczą w zwiewnych, lekkich sukienkach. Widać, że artysta zbagatelizował polowanie, a święto końca XIX wieku zamieniło się w arkadyjskie świętowanie w rozproszonym świetle słonecznym łąki. Artysta pochodził z bogatej rodziny, co dawało mu swobodę malowania czegokolwiek. Jednak jego artystyczne skupienie było na eleganckich tematach, ponieważ był głęboko zanurzony w paryskiej wyższej klasie społecznej. Na początku swojej kariery Stewart tworzył portrety towarzyskie, ale później przesunął się w stronę mitologicznych tematów, jak widać w tym dziele, łącząc współczesne paryskie życie z klasycznymi odniesieniami. W czasie powstawania obrazu nastąpił wzrost niezależności kobiet, przyjmujących role wykraczające poza tradycyjne życie domowe, co oznaczało wyraźną zmianę norm społecznych dotyczących kobiecości i wypoczynku. Strój myśliwski postaci i otoczenie sugerują mieszankę wpływów wiejskich i miejskich, podkreślając zmieniający się styl życia epoki.

LES CHASSEURESSES /1899/ by JULIUS LEBLANC STEWART

Les Chasseuresuses (or The Huntresses) is based on the myth of Artemis (daughter of Zeus), known for asking her father to permit her to remain a virgin. She was untamed and untameable, inherently wild; no man could dominate her. In the painting, Artemis is portrayed as a maiden huntress, surrounded by other maiden nymphs who accompany and protect her with the help of hounds.

Stewart was greatly influenced by the classic art historical convention he followed. He depicts Artemis standing in the foreground with two seated attendants by her side. In the background, jovial nymphs are dancing in flowing light dresses. It's clear the artist has deemphasized the hunt, and the fête of the late nineteenth century has turned into an Arcadian celebration in the dappled sunlight of a meadow

The artist came from a wealthy family, giving him the liberty to paint anything. However, his artistic focus was on elegant subjects as he was deeply immersed in Parisian high society. Early in his career, Stewart's works featured society portraits, but he later shifted towards mythological themes as seen in this piece, blending contemporary Parisian life with classical references.

At the time of the painting's creation, there was a rise in women's independence, embracing roles beyond traditional domesticity, marking a clear shift in societal norms regarding femininity and leisure. The characters' hunting attire and setting suggest a blend of rural and urban influences, highlighting the era's changing lifestyle.

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