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Even in the steady drizzle that fell over Central Park on the day I snapped these photos, Monira Al Qadiri’s new public art sculpture First Sun looked radiant. Installed at Doris C. Freedman Plaza at the park’s southeast entrance, the 17-foot-tall work commands the space with an otherworldly presence that feels both ancient and futuristic.
Continue reading First Sun By Monira Al Qadiri Radiates at Doris C. Freedman Plaza
Images Courtesy of Gail and Cambio Coffee Roasters
Do you like Coffee? I sure do. I especially love my K-Cup Coffeemaker for its convenience, ease of clean up, and the seemingly endless variety of flavors and drink types available in those little pods. I love it! But I also love the Earth, and the amount of waste that accumulates in landfills from those same convenient pods is not lost on me. Just because I recycle and compost the pods and their contents doesn’t mean anyone else does.
I’ve used coffee that comes in compostable pods in the past and those are great, but now there’s a new player in the sustainable pod game: Cambio Roasters — the coffee pod company behind the first aluminum K-Cup. Let’s check it out.
Continue reading Cambio Roasters Coffee: A Sustainable Brew in Every Pod
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Because the artwork changes only once every eighteen months or so, I never feel too lazy when it takes me six months to visit the latest monumental piece of public art exhibited on the High Line Plinth. I mean, it’s not going anywhere any time soon. The fourth High Line Plinth commission (I skipped covering the second one because it was so crappy), is by Colombian-born artist Iván Argote and it’s called Dinosaur (2024). Let’s take a closer look!
Continue reading Dinosaur: Monumental Pigeon Statue on the High Line Plinth
When building an outdoor deck, choosing the right material is very important. It affects how the space looks, how much maintenance it needs, how long it lasts, and how much it will cost. With so many decking materials out there – which one should you choose?
In this article, we’ll look at seven popular materials for outdoor decks. Each has its advantages and drawbacks, and knowing these will help you choose what best suits your needs and aesthetic tastes. Are you looking for a deck that will require less upkeep, a green option, or just something that looks nice? We will help make your decision easier.
Continue reading 7 Decking Materials for Your Garden: Comparing Your Options
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Japanese artist Tomio Miki (1937 — 1978) was part of a generation of artists who addressed social and political shifts in Tokyo, following the end of World War II and the United State’s occupation of Japan. Continue reading Modern Art Monday Presents: Untitled (Ears) By Tomio Miki