Bits and Clips for July 2016
This “Bits and Clips” post is a monthly feature on this blog of the best I read, saw, or listened to on the internet during the month.
Month: July 2016
I’m in this Juried “Art of Abstraction” Show in Hartford
It is a delight to be in a show all of abstraction, and this venue is beautiful with natural light.
Book Review: The Sermon on the Mount
For a refreshing look at the basic teachings of Christianity, I highly recommend this book.
Two Plein Air Pastel Paintings Done on Echo Lake Beach
I really enjoyed painting on location in this lovely setting on Echo Lake Beach in Acadia National Park in Maine.
Back at Sand Beach in Stonington
I never tire of this place, and the light this time was completely different than when I was here before.
Just Back from a Week Long Vacation in Maine
At the last minute a friend and blog reader offered us a week in their family cabin on Mount Desert Island for free. We jumped at the chance and had a terrific time.
Poetry is Where We Are Ourselves
Poetry is the human voice, and are we not of interest to each other?
Book Review: Humans of New York
In this book, the variety of people is fascinating, as are the colors, comments, and costumes.
Quote about Artists Decalcifying Hatred
Art creates spiritual architecture. It alters our cognitive, emotional and spiritual DNA. It decalcifies hatred and small thought often in mere moments.
Views Along California Highway 1
The green hills, rocky cliffs, the Pacific surf, and an ocean sunset, were all special treats to to be missed!
Variety and Wisdom from the National Shell Museum
When we were on Sanibel Island last March we enjoyed a trip to the National Shell Museum. If you are in the area, don’t miss it.
The Print Assemblages of Marion C. Honors
I enjoyed this show done by a Catholic nun named Marion C. Honors.
John Lennon Quote: Fear or Love?
All hopes for a better world rest in the fearlessness and open-hearted vision of people who embrace life.
Book Review: Abundance: The Future is Better Than You Think
Here is a vision of the future where everyone can win. You might be as glad as I was to read about that right now. Let’s actively be part of the solution, instead of discounting about our possible demise.