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Frey LA Garden 2012 Photos
Posted in Family, Gardens, Travel on February 25, 2012| 1 Comment »
Fulfilled a long-held desire to see the Getty Museum today. As a painter, I was anxious to see the collections. As a gardener, I wanted some ideas to crib for Marg and Mark’s garden. As a museum professional with serious envy of big endowments, I was hoping to spot some one small flaw in their execution of a purpose-built museum.
Well, on the first two desires, I was more than pleased, especially with the paintings on display that followed the evolution from impressionism to modernism. Fine examples on display. The gardens were breathtaking, with formal and informal settings tucked into the mountain top, complementing the magnificent structures, eco-sensitive with native and drought resistant plants, enviable arrays of color and texture, and an appealing mix of species grouped unexpectedly.
On the third expectation, I got no satisfaction. The Getty never misses a beat. Their display spaces enhance the art and use natural light without endangering the collection. Their introductory video is appealing and loaded with info. The outdoor spaces are comfortable, sparkling clean, and afford magnificent views. Their volunteers and docents are helpful and knowledgeable. The family space is imaginative and pleases all ages from littlest visitors to their adult escorts — and creates a space and atmosphere where children can linger and enjoy an art-stimulated activity. And, oh yeah, the shops. Nice. One specifically for children where I could have spent oodles of money on myself.
Posted in Classes, Family, Travel on February 17, 2012| Leave a Comment »
I’m off to sunny California tomorrow but will have both my cell and computer with me so if you need to get in touch, I’m available. There will be a party for Sarah’s third birthday on Sunday, including a bouncy castle. Hmmm.
Next session classes are Feb. 27, Mar. 5, 12, 26, April 2, 9, 16 (skipping Mar 19). This will be 7 sessions for $100 (same as usual cost of 6) or individual classes for $20.
The opening assignment is to design a theme-piece on spring. We’ll take at least two, possibly three classes on this. Conceive of Spring in any way you choose (and any kind of spring). Create resources using drawings, photos, collage as the base of your work. Come to class ready to do some serious thinking/painting.
Sally
Watercolorful 
