All around us

Sparkle and Shine, detail — acrylic on canvas, 2013
Sparkle and Shine, detail — acrylic on canvas, 2013

“I found art walking along the water at sunrise, on the street… [and at the] Art Museum. I found it in conversation with peers, in sessions learning something new and in being in a different place if but for a short time to break the monotony and familiarity we build into our daily lives to keep us “safe.”  It’s all around us ready to open our mind but more importantly our heart. To feel, to be jolted, to be thankful, to see light.” Kathie Pugaczewski blogging at Cast Light.

On the side of the angels

Disraeli Street sculpture by Ian Lamont, Christchurch, 2014
Disraeli Street sculpture by Ian Lamont, Christchurch, 2014

“Is man an ape or an angel? I, my lord, am on the side of the angels.” Benjamin Disraeli

Note: This quote appears alongside this fabulous sculpture by local artist Ian Lamont.

Lines

Occidental Hotel sketch – ink on paper, 2010
Occidental Hotel sketch – ink on paper, 2010

“It was amazing what an hour with her sketchpad could do for her mood. She was sure that the lines she drew with her black marker were going to save her years of worry lines in the future.” Victoria Kahler, Their Friend Scarlet