Marianne Francis
Pink and purple flower with a dark center and bright yellow stamens.

May 2023

It looks like our early summer has arrived in a chariot of fire! We are desperate heat seekers at this point of the year and yet, even we NW natives have our limits. The U.N. said this morning we are approaching the key warming limit for our precious planet. So, as we remodel or build our new homes let us all keep energy efficiency top of mind, plant trees in our yards to absorb carbons and maybe even do a little vegetable garden for an adventure. It will never be one thing or person but the collective effort of all that will move us forward. Happy Summer!
 

Art: Magdalena Abakanowicz at the Tate Modern 

Gallery installation of oversized suspended red, orange, and yellow textile sculptures.
 
An extraordinary retrospective exhibit of the artist’s early groundbreaking work. Learn more here.
 

Botany:  The Magic of Growing Dahlias

Colorful dahlias in ceramic vases, with loose blooms and pruning shears on the table.
 
There can be no such thing as too many dahlias. As Frances Palmer  puts it, “They’re just so joyous.” Learn more here.
 

Design: Alejandra Alonso Roja’s Apartment. A Study in Living with Color

Living room with deep pink walls, an arched window, built-in window seat, and white sofa.
 
To bring architectural unity to a soaring loft space, embrace a vibrant color Learn more here.

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