...of town this week, and headed to Castlegar for the 2020 Sculpturewalk. It was a fabulous day, just the perfect temperature, wonderful company and a fine finish with lunch at the
Grand Buddha Bistro. Photos of sculptures all by J. Purdy, who filled in for someone who forgot her phone in the car. Thank you Jer!
These are just a few of the marvelous works on display...if you're near Castlegar, I really recommend a visit for the day just for these.
This playful 'balloon' pup was a favourite in our group.
These otters looked like liquid bronze!
I was very taken with this bas relief sculpture - it was ornately decorated on three of the four sides.
This glass kite really caught our eye.
I have long been a fan of squares, and this piece was really colourful.
This sculpture has quite an impact, reminding me of a series of books I did entitled
Squaring the Circle.
All in all, it was a perfect day - we got out of town, the social distancing was evident wherever we went, and it felt very close to 'normal', whatever that is. 😃 I hope your week has included some creative fun as well - let me know in the comments!
How wonderful to get out for the day. I haven't braved anything other than food shopping, dropping things off to people at a suitable distance, or a morning walk since March. Those sculptures look like fun. I particularly like the otters, and that kite is so playful.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all your encouragement on my blog, Win. You always make me smile. I am so glad to have finished the 100 day project. I'm taking today off and then I'll start on 100 faces tomorrow, I think.
It was a huge treat to get out of town, Tracy - Castlegar is an hour and a half away over a high mountain pass, and just a short trip from our daughter's place in Trail, BC. The Sculpture Walk is an ongoing and yearly event, and one we try not to miss. There is always at least one sculpture that captures my heart, and this year, more than that!
DeleteI LOVED seeing all those projects together on your blog (check it out, friends, at https://sojournertracy.wordpress.com/2020/07/15/100-days/)...that's a huge accomplishment, and inspiration for me to join you next year, I suspect, because I'm still picking away at my black and white journal. :D Happy weekend, Tracy! Hugs, win
What a lovely place, Win. It definitely deserves a visit. But, as I live in Greece, it is difficult -at least for now- to visit Canada. But this is the magic of blogland: Thank you so much for sharing these great photos. I loved the sculptures, especially the circle, the square, the balloon dog and the kite. Modern strict lines, simplicity and elegance. Kisses, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI think you'll need to plan a holiday in Canada when this is all over, Mia - you'd love our country. I know that Greece is on my bucket list, so we can visit each other. ;-) Happy weekend, my friend!
DeleteThe perfect day, wish I could have been with you. Now I wonder who forgot their phone Lol! Have a lovely weekend. Hugs, Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteI wish you could have been here too, Angela - the distance between Britain and west coast of Canada is just too far for a day trip, though, to say nothing of the Covid Crazy times in which we live. As to the phone, I'm saying nothin'! :D
DeleteFirst of all I want to say that I love your Journal Noire that you posted last week it reminds me of the beautiful book you sent me. I look at it often it is a treasure and an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you to enjoy these beautiful sculptures and thank you for sharing them with us. I especially like the otters because they are so fluid and lovely...even better close up.
I suffered a little set back in the form of an infection which was worse then the original surgery, but I am back on my feet once more...and ready for the next challenge...lol Have a wonderful week. Take care of you. Hugs, Deann
Thanks for the comment on Journal Noire (that may become it's official name :D). And I'm so glad that you are still enjoying the green journal.
DeleteYou're right about the otters -they were fabulous!
I'm so sorry to hear that you managed to get an infection - nasty timing! I hope that you are feeling much better now, and can ease back into your oh-so-full and delicious life. Sending massive virtual hugs, my friend. xo
It is true that these sculptures make you want to see them for real. I imagine them large and impressive. Thank you for sharing this beautiful ride with us Dinn.
ReplyDeleteTake care of you my friend!
They were pure delight, Sim, and well worth the trip (from anywhere in the world :D ). I think you might plan a road trip for next year, assuming the world can travel again. Hugs, Win
DeleteSuper sculptures! I think the globe is my favourite! xx
ReplyDeleteIt's terrific, isn't it, Zsuzsa? I'm always drawn to circles, and this globe is fabulous!
DeleteWhat an experience! I, too, love the square! If I had a stationary backyard, I would snag one!
ReplyDeleteIt's a beauty, isn't it Kay? When you get settled somewhere, you can put it on your wish list! xo
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