I had one, whole day to myself between all the kids leaving and me going back to make sure the parental units were still the right way up (they still are.
This was a delightful read- your writing always makes me chuckle. That painting of the pool, wow. And the juxtaposition of the terraces and Canary Wharf, so cool to see your selections. I'm so easily overwhelmed in these spaces they all blur into one for me. But most importantly, what book did you take to China Town!?
The first exhibition I ever went to was the Summer Exhibition. I was 12 and I found it baffling and delightful. I’m glad something so defiant of fashion still exists!
Other than your brain wanting to ooze out of your ears, it sounds like you had a lovely time. And dim sum to boot!
After my exit from the workforce (aka my commencement), I’m going to spend much more time visiting museums and arboretums.
I visited the National Museum when I was in Oslo in June. There was a Rothko exhibit, an Eva Bergman exhibit, and one by Britta Marakatt-Labba, a Sámi embroiderer. The stories she stitched were so powerful that I wept. You can find more about her work here: https://www.swedishlapland.com/stories/britta-marakatt-labba/
There's a time for fierce and a time for pics of pets to go over couches. I would say we're in the latter time at the moment. Though I will say, Kiefer's flowers look more nightmarish than the monster sculpture. Big Triffids vibe, with Nature about to reclaim the world by force, if necessary.
I like the Emin too - streamers blowing on either side of a mask. And the "Berlin Pool" painting made my jaw drop with its verisimilitude. Damn!
oh, these are all delightful. and i love the "creature." i would have wanted to bring them home with me as a companion to chat with. i enjoy going to different art exhibits to see how other folks minds take in the world and put it back out in various forms. fascinating.
as always, thank for sharing!
(ps: just finished "Ghosts of the Tsunami." one of those books that will leave a lasting impression. thank you for the recommendation.)
This was a delightful read- your writing always makes me chuckle. That painting of the pool, wow. And the juxtaposition of the terraces and Canary Wharf, so cool to see your selections. I'm so easily overwhelmed in these spaces they all blur into one for me. But most importantly, what book did you take to China Town!?
I took We All Want Impossible Things by Katherine Newman. So good. x
The first exhibition I ever went to was the Summer Exhibition. I was 12 and I found it baffling and delightful. I’m glad something so defiant of fashion still exists!
Yes! Absolutely. It is uniquely itself and must be preserved at all costs. x
Only yesterday, I thought of taking my 5-year-old. Then read this. Definitely going now, so thank you!
I hope you loved it. x
Went yesterday, & it was fab! X
Hooray!!
Other than your brain wanting to ooze out of your ears, it sounds like you had a lovely time. And dim sum to boot!
After my exit from the workforce (aka my commencement), I’m going to spend much more time visiting museums and arboretums.
I visited the National Museum when I was in Oslo in June. There was a Rothko exhibit, an Eva Bergman exhibit, and one by Britta Marakatt-Labba, a Sámi embroiderer. The stories she stitched were so powerful that I wept. You can find more about her work here: https://www.swedishlapland.com/stories/britta-marakatt-labba/
Oh, that's wonderful. x
I hope your head is feeling better now. ❤️
It is, thank you. x
There's a time for fierce and a time for pics of pets to go over couches. I would say we're in the latter time at the moment. Though I will say, Kiefer's flowers look more nightmarish than the monster sculpture. Big Triffids vibe, with Nature about to reclaim the world by force, if necessary.
I like the Emin too - streamers blowing on either side of a mask. And the "Berlin Pool" painting made my jaw drop with its verisimilitude. Damn!
I find the photo realist painters dizzying. x
oh, these are all delightful. and i love the "creature." i would have wanted to bring them home with me as a companion to chat with. i enjoy going to different art exhibits to see how other folks minds take in the world and put it back out in various forms. fascinating.
as always, thank for sharing!
(ps: just finished "Ghosts of the Tsunami." one of those books that will leave a lasting impression. thank you for the recommendation.)
You are welcome. xx