Colorful Kerala
As you likely know, Kerala, a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast, has suffered unprecedented monsoon rains recently. Hundreds are dead, millions are displaced. The infrastructure is in shambles. But,…
Yes, We’re All Shivering, but There are Better Days Ahead
It's true, most of us in the Northern Hemisphere are shivering in our boots from the latest Artic blast or getting washed away by winter rains. But, there are better…
Still Life with Cheese, Anchovies and Roosters
I have always had great admiration for the 17th century Dutch and Flemish artists and especially their still life paintings. Abraham van Beyeren is a favorite. The artist is the…
Angular – Abstract with Glass Rods
Look at situations from all angles, and you will become more open. ___Dalai Lama
Lines and Cleats
Lines and Cleats – Still Life
The foredeck of the wooden day sailer, "Egret," the patina of her brass fittings compliment the warm wood tones of the deck. There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so…
Molten Color
Recently we paid a visit to Pottery Express, a garden center that sells very beautiful, very large, very expensive outdoor decorative pottery. As I wandered around the thousands of pots hopeful…
Macro Monday – Abstract with Glass Rods
An assortment of glass rods such as glass blowers use. Some are transparent, some translucent, some opaque; all are colorful. Take two.
Peace, Joy, Love & Laughter
Peace, Joy, Love and Laughter for you and yours. Best Wishes ___Manne Quin
Temple of Literature, Hanoi, Vietnam
Inside Houses of Worship
The Temple of Literature, Hanoi, Vietnam As I travel, I make an effort to visit places of worship. The architecture is usually stunning, many having withstood the ravages of time…