Shifting of deadlines Like the changing of the guard has a well-worn course J.Stevenson, 1.3.22
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Poetry Under the Moon
In an ethereal move, I applied to read an original work in homage to the moon at a poetry event recently. A few weeks later, I found myself standing under the lunar-light of Luke Jerram, the multi-disciplinary artist who created Museum of the Moon. According to his website, Jerram’s Moon measures seven metres in diameter … Continue reading Poetry Under the Moon
Darkening Doors: Macabre Pittsfield Walking Tours
The October offerings in the Berkshires have gained a formidable addition with Macabre Pittsfield Walking Tours, created and lead by writer and historian (and friend of the blog) Joe Durwin. Because I couldn’t write it better myself, here’s the Durwinian description of the experience: “Embark on a journey through a downtown Pittsfield far removed from … Continue reading Darkening Doors: Macabre Pittsfield Walking Tours
Oh Say, Can you Sew? Met Gala 2021 Goes American
The first Monday in May it is not; but the Met Gala has returned, and with it my on-theme opinions about who wore it best. This year - well, last year, but let’s not dwell on pandemic angst - the theme of the slightly delayed Costume Institute’s exhibition and accompanying fundraising gala is In America: … Continue reading Oh Say, Can you Sew? Met Gala 2021 Goes American
The Finer Points of the 413 with Photog Chris Marion
I suppose I’ve reached a certain age when my talented friends start hosting retrospectives of their work. The trade-off is good when it’s youthful uncertainty for art-show openings with beer gardens, though, and here we are. https://flic.kr/p/2mc6Jwh I’m really proud of my friend Chris Marion, as I tell him frequently on Instagram. There was a … Continue reading The Finer Points of the 413 with Photog Chris Marion
