When time hangs heavy and
assignments are scarce, a professional illustrator creates “spec” art, pieces
painted on the speculation that someone might buy them in the future. Check out this unsold piece (here).
Background
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Monday, April 27, 2015
My Favorite Wiener
In 1962 when I was ten, a
shopping center had opened a few blocks away and a local newspaper had
announced that today the Wienermobile would arrive for the grand opening. Unfortunately, my plan to see it drive down our street could have used a speed bump. Check it out (here).
Friday, April 24, 2015
God, Is That You?
Rarely did my older brother David
include me on his adventures, and normally I would have jumped at the
opportunity to be included, but this would require much physical activity,
something I tried hard to avoid. But there was a time I did accompany him. Read about it (here).
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Kill All the Lawyers!
I
need to find a lawyer for my ninety year old mom so she can get her affairs in
order. I haven't had good luck with lawyers. Read about it (here).
Monday, April 20, 2015
Remembering Why We're Great
Everyone should know about
this unassuming stone gate because it represents something remarkable,
something never before seen in the history of mankind. Read about it (here).
Friday, April 17, 2015
What Were We Thinking?
I recently came across a
picture that pushes the boundaries of the notion that its healthy to laugh at
yourself.Check it out (here).
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
Hotter Than Hell
Today in Portland there’s a
chill in the air, prompting me to think about warmth, extreme warmth. I’m
reminded of the hottest temperature I ever experienced. Read about it (here).
Monday, April 13, 2015
Nasty Weed
My wife wasn't into the nasty weed like I was, but I knew that with a little coaxing she could be as addicted as I was. Read about it (here).
Friday, April 10, 2015
The Duccio Block
Michelangelo’s David (1501-1504) is arguably the most famous statue in the world, but the task of
creating this towering 14.2 ft. masterpiece is even more astonishing when you
consider the flawed material with which the artist had to work. Read about it (here).
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Lazy or Cheap?
The other day I tromped
downstairs for my morning cup of coffee. Beside our Keurig was the plastic
container of coffee creamer, with a mere dribble inside. A newly opened
container was beside it. This began a discussion I've had with my wife many times. Read about it (here).
Monday, April 6, 2015
I (Don't) Love Lucy
Although I always try and find something good to say about an artist's work, this statue of Lucille Ball challenges
even my generosity of spirit. Read about it (here).
Friday, April 3, 2015
Peculiar Picture #35
This piece is the
antithesis of the sunny and bright Buccaneers of Buzz I posted two weeks ago. Check it out (here).
Wednesday, April 1, 2015
An April Fool
I’m no Stephen Hawking, but I
pride myself on being reasonably intelligent, so I was surprised at how easily
I was duped. Read about it (here).
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