Filed under: Minneapolis
Every year my friend Kevin reminds me that today (the day before the opening of Art in Bloom) is the perfect day to see the flowers at their freshest and least crowded. Every year, I’m thankful. The deal is local artists and florists sign up to create arrangements to suit specific works of art. The artists are meant to be done by 2pm the day before opening; the museum is open for regular hours until 5pm. It’s not too crowded. The parking is not crazy. It’s free.
There are many paid events happening during Art in Bloom, but you can always see the art for free. (According to the MIA newsletter, donations made during Art in Bloom support School Bus Transportation Grants.)
This year I went with my mom and dad. I won’t pretend my dad was as into it but it’s a favorite from me and my mom. We whip through pretty quickly making quick-response decision of what we like and what we don’t. No dissection of the art. (That would slow everybody up!) Just first impressions – yay, nay and why if you’re inspired. Just a couple of natural judges, doling out salient opinions to the marble statues.
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- Love the minimalism
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- Coffin art flowers – chef’s kiss!
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- Observe the two fists
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- Perfect replication
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- Bold, large and majestic
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- Why are the vases such different sizes? A statement on the girls?
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- the swirls of the see caught in the arrangement
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- recapturing of the main print
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- the colors are so engaging
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- repeated composition – nice
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- love the colors and bridge
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- perfect continuation from flower to art
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- another perfect continuation from flower to art
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- we’re thinking about this one
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- look at the building of the art from nature
Filed under: Minnesota
I was honored to be a guest on the Island of Discarded Women last night and even happier to share the night with the whole Women’s March MN team – and delighted to see ERAMN too! Host, Sue Scott curated guests who had leaned into community during Operation Metro Surge, including:
- The main guest was Jillian Hiscock, owner of A Bar of Their Own, which features women’s sports and a great foundation that supports women and kids in sports.
- Musical guest was Sarah Morris, with her amazing voice and forever focus on something good.
- Stephanie March came to speak about The Salt Cure Restaurant Recovery Fund.
- Singing with Katie Eckeberger, from Singing Resistance, brought me back to some Target demonstrations and musical marches to Minneapolis City Hall.
- I always love the stories – in song and prose – by IODW cast Dae Yang & Zippy Laske.
Sue made me feel so welcome and comfortable. Once we got talking, I wasn’t even that nervous. I took away two themes from the night. First, everyone has a talent to share – singing, organizing, showing up, raising money, throwing dildos at the Whipple building and the crazy list goes on. Everyone’s talent is important and valued, often because is unique and always when it’s shared with a full heart. Second, community is our reward and our salvation!
I’ll share the published podcast once it’s done.
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