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Amazing 3-D Street Murals

Perspective is an amazing thing. On the sidewalk and off.

remember this girl, P?

Freud, Lucian
Girl in a dark dress
1951
Oil on canvas
16 x 12 in. (40.6 x 30.5 cm)
Private collection

Smug city?

A thought I had this morning: it might be lovely to get an art-type live/work space in the Gilman Street area. It would be easy commute for current work and could also be central to SR if something happens in that area. Then I am not stuck in the burbs but am in a more lively urban and artsy area for my 'home life' time but can share a lot of time / space with P in my 'work life' (potentially.) Although I have not heard back. But that's par for the course.

I heard someone talk about Berkeley as being self-obsessed and smug, which bothers me somehow. Has anyone ever described London as smug? I don't think so. Could I get past that idea?

Here is an article written by someone who really hates Berkeley.

Tardy party

Yes, my life has been chock a block with reality. And not so much with art. And so I have not written much. Also, I nuked my network connection at home to save some moolah, so now have to sneak in some typing at work.

This truly tickled me, so thought I'd post.

George Bush on "using the Google."

A satisfactory painting of a head is almost the highest piece of composition.

- Robert Henri, The Art Spirit

Here is what I want for Christmas. In the meantime, here is somewhere I can get lost for several hours!

Sent to our mother this week, and (happily) accepted:

Dear Ma-MAH,

Would you please review this proposed tour and give your blessing? If this meets with your approval, we would like to book your tickets asap.

Saturday, Dec 23rd:
You arrive to the Medford airport on a slightly chilly but brilliantly sunny afternoon and catch your complimentary flight aboard a sleek modern jet to San Francisco International Airport.
There, you are met at the baggage area by two lovely local hostesses, Porter and Kate, who also happen to be your darling daughters (DDs). They will chauffeur you to your evening destination, called "Casa de DD", which will be in Napa or Marin. Or Berkeley or Alameda. Casa de DD's accommodations are elegant and comfortable, featuring a private room and maid service.
There will be a short nap time rigorously enforced by your hostesses before dinner.

Sunday, Dec 24th:
Sleep in as late as you like and enjoy a casual breakfast at your accommodation or
choose a breakfast at a cozy local café with your DDs. (You will not be able to avoid spending copious time with these DDs during your tour, sorry.)
The DDs will chauffeur you to the beautiful and historic Gold Country town of Auburn, where you may choose to enjoy some antique shopping or a lunch (again with DDs). You may also select to visit the factory outlet stores at Vacaville enroute.
Arrive to Chez Lanterman in the afternoon, where you will be staying for two nights. Chez Lanterman is renown for its gourmet dining, first-class hug delivery by beloved grandchildren and scenic lake views.

Monday Dec 25 th:
Santa arrives in pajamas on Christmas morning at Lake of the Pines, where we too will be opening presents and noshing on pastry by the fire. The day is unstructured and relaxed. Even the dog is mellow.

Tuesday Dec 26 th:
After a leisurely wake-up time and breakfast, followed by an optional stroll around the lake, your DDs will chauffeur you back through the fertile and lush Sacramento valley to Casa de DD.
Boxing day activities are open and you may request your chauffeurs to deliver you to any Bay Area locale for your shopping, visiting, walking or dining pleasure.

Wednesday Dec 27th:
The DDs escort you to SFO, where you will once again board an elegant jet and be returned to Medford, Oregon, where once again, remarkably, it is completely sunny and not at all foggy.

Love, Kate and Porter