Vegetable Masterpiece
Here’s another masterpiece, one of Vincent Van Gogh’s portraits, recreated, this time with vegetables by Chinese artist Ju Duoqi. This image is made up of leeks and celery, I believe, but it could have a little squash and olives too.
Aluminum Cans
Consumerism isn’t such a bad thing when art can be produced. Just off the environmental conference theme, here’s a new take on another catchy green idea — recycling. Chris Jordan has reconstructed Seurat’s famous painting, A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte, solely using aluminum cans. Wow, this must have taken some patience. Now I wonder where this detail is located in the larger image? BTW, he’s also taken photos in New Orleans, in the wake of Katrina–uncanny connection.
Poznan
Here are some photos that my husband took at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (also known as COP, Conference of Parties) in Poznan, Poland. This town turned out to be very artsy. A “Christo-like” public-art commentary using figurines to suggest those affected by climate change. Among the contemporary artwork, Poznan maintains its Old World environment and charm. Architecture of the town square clock tower is quite stunning. Everyone comes out to see the goats but heads at the midday hour. Not sure what it all means but some fanciful mural work. I really like these door panels as a possible idea for something similar one day. Inspiration always comes…
