artful living spring 2018

spring-scape

the ealiest blooming rhodie in a sea of heather

red oxalis in morning sun

peony "coral charm" in bud

Our overly-territorial hummingbirds are actually sharing the feeders this year!

spring cleaning

For Christmas, I asked (myself) for a clean and orderly workspace. I didn't get it for Christmas, so I decided it could be my birthday gift too. The cleaning, removing of carpet, building of new storage...began in winter and continued into March. Read more...

balloon art?

I'm quite sure these balloon creations don't qualify as "fine art." But they are 3D sculptures made of latex and air.

These playful objects enhance learning of math for students at my sister's school. She does amazing things to help children understand and master math principles. She also knows how to put fun back into learning. Those kids are very fortunate.

Click here or on the photo at right to see more balloons...

living art

To me, the world is an amazing, changing, interactive, multi-dimensional artwork to be explored, appreciated, and stewarded well. Here are some shots of the world awakening in spring here at the lakeside gardens.