November 2023

Schism
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

While walking along the edge of Lake Michigan, I was able to collect a number of abstract images of tar on asphalt, one of my favorite subjects.

Something to Say?
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

From a distance, I thought this was just some random graffiti on this bollard at Lake Michigan. But on closer inspection I noticed the empty text balloon waiting for a pronouncement from adjacent face.

Cyclops
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

To me, this is a very compelling sculptural piece. I’m not sure why though, and I doubt it was meant to resemble an eye at all. But cyclops is the name that came to mind for whatever reason. I do like the contrast between the smoothly and precisely sculpted ball shape and the rough surrounding rock.

String of Pearls
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

An abstract architectural detail view of the Milwaukee Art Museum.

Home Office
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

Geometry Lesson
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

A still life of well ordered geometric shapes, along with a view of Lake Michigan.

Retired
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

His hat says “U.S. Marine Corps Retired,” but in this instance he’s just plain retired. I’m impressed with his ability to nap sitting straight up–and without making a racket snoring. I’d have made a huge racket, at least until I simply fell over in my sleep.

Respite
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

Move Towards the Light
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

The Fashion Queen headed down the main hall of the Miwaukee Art Museum.

Atrium
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2023

The much photographed, for good reason, atrium at the Milwaukee Art Museum. I’ve photographed it previously myself, but couldn’t help but repeat myself during our recent visit. I think the quality of the architecture of a museum sets a perception of the corresponding quality of it’s contents to the visitor upon entering the facility. This atrium certainly sets some high expectations for the art within, expectations which are met to large degree.