No dog pee on tree please...(seen on Wilson Avenue in Chicago)
&
Luscious peas, Thank You! (from dear client in Lake Forest who has had a bountiful, organic veggie garden for over a half century).
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Wordplay: Ps
No dog pee on tree please...(seen on Wilson Avenue in Chicago)
&
Luscious peas, Thank You! (from dear client in Lake Forest who has had a bountiful, organic veggie garden for over a half century).
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Last AIC Modern: The Garden
It took some sleuthing to discover (afterwards) that it was designed by Kathryn Gustafson. I should have known by her tree choices...I love the Lurie Garden that she designed across the street in Millenium Park with Piet Oudolf...but was underwhelmed by this new garden. It's dominated by the architecture and given the light conditions, I doubt the grasses will thrive and so, the plants will hardly soften the structure. With an all-grass garden, I would plant another texturally-different plant to provide contrast and pop the texture of the grasses. Plastic plants or none would have been better. Also, the sculpture ("White Curve") is by Ellsworth Kelly who has never much moved me. I believe I understand what they were trying to achieve with the overarching curve but I don't think it succeeds.
More AIC MOdern: Architecture
Renzo Piano the architect. Fabulous reflections plus great view of Millennium Park from inside. Also: amazing doors! Some kind of cool hinge: too bad my iPhone battery died. But got the elevator...it was drawing people like a magnet.
New Modern Wing: Art Institute of Chicago
With most of "spring" planting done (despite torrential thunderstorms), on Thursday I was able to take off an evening to recharge my being human...after 5 pm, Thursday & Friday nights are free.
All the hype is warranted: this building hits the mark in terms of enticing architecture that serves to highlight exhibits that allow the art to breathe. I am always taking to clients about negative space and mass & void: these concepts are an integral part of this space. The magical light & perfect proportion & airiness absolutely enchant. Above you can see the main hall that functions logistically and aesthetically, facilitating the flow of light and people. I got a crick in my neck from staring at the ceiling. There are several layers of different materials that allow the natural light to filter in and blend with the artificial. Here you can see the effect early evening.
Saturday, June 13, 2009
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