June 2017

Gothic Storm
New York, New York
2017

Watching the Eclipse
New York, New York
2017

Although it’s not going to happen for another couple of months, I often find myself thinking about the upcoming total eclipse of the sun. Clouds willing, it will be my first (and likely only) time experiencing the phenomenon. Apparently these figurines at the Guggenheim Museum have been thinking about it too.

Lectio #70
New York, New York
2017

Shadow Art #2
New York, New York
2017

Another photo courtesy of Calder. I see so many interesting shadows of artwork in museums it makes me wonder if that is something that is routinely taken into account when setting up displays. I know they pay special attention to how the actual artwork is illuminated, especially when it comes to accentuating features in 3D works but I don’t know if that care extends to the shadows on the floor and walls as well. I’m pretty sure the shadows of display tables as I’ve captured previously are not considered when setting up an exhibit, yet even those can have an impact (on viewers like me anyway).

Syzygy
New York, New York
2017

Calder likely was not thinking of planetary systems when he built this mobile, but that’s certainly what it made me think of. I was immediately reminded of the orrery that was in the classroom back in my grade school days.

Lectio #69
New York, New York
2017

Looking through a Calder mobile at a couple reading about art.

A Little on the Side
New York, New York
2017

This subtle abstract is actually a part of one of the dividing walls defining the small alcoves of art along the spiral gallery of the Guggenheim.

Reciprocity
New York, New York
2017

As I pointed my camera up to take a photograph of this guy, he decided to return the favor.

Spiral Question
New York, New York
2017

You can see all the artwork at the Guggenheim Museum by walking up or down (or both) a long spiral–no steps involved. There is an elevator that can take you to the top of the spiral, stopping four times along the way. So, does the museum have one floor or five? Inquiring minds want to know.

Half Way There
New York, New York
2017

I like going to museums where the architecture of the building itself competes with the art work for your attention. The Guggenheim certainly meets that criteria.