Flower Mandalas and Tin Can Art

Last Thursday at the Pioneer Square Art Walk I stumbled across the most beautiful art installation. Chris Reitmaier creates temporary art spaces and was hired by the city to do one in Seattle. He uses flowers and his art made of smashed tin can lids. I fell in love with his work. Check him out at http://www.somniative.com

The art queens were also strutting their fabulous stuff at Pulp Gallery. It was a fun summer night out.

I live in a great city for artistic expression!

Summer Soltstice

I was in the Fremont Solstice parade this year. It was so much fun to be a part of. I'm a firm believer that everyone should be in a parade at least once in their lives. I was with the Yellow Submarine ensemble. We had Blue Meanies, the Beatles and a host of strange sea creatures. I made a hat for my outfit out of a marching band hat. It was a blast.

100 Bits of Living - Sabrina Ward Harrison

The imagery in this video is amazing. Good music too by Sigor Ros.
http://www.sabrinawardharrison.com/ee/index.php/sabstudio/tlp/

Strange and Wonderful Things - The Solstice Parade

An annual event that I love every summer is the Fremont Solstice parade. No veterans and queens here: rather you'll see brightly painted naked bicyclists, outrageous floats made of recycled materials and it's all powered by humans. No motorized vehicles or sign with words allowed. Last year I participated with the Ice Queens, this year I'll be with the Yellow Submarine Ensemble. Here are some pictures from the Ice Queen 2010 dress rehearsal last night. It was fabulous.

I have a new Vintage store on Etsy - The Mod Pod!

I love vintage clothing, accessories and housewares. I've finally opened an etsy store where I'll be selling some of  my personal collection as well as thing I find in my travels. I'm just starting to post things but here are a few photos of what's up.

Visit the mod pod!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/themodpod

I want to stay here - El Cosmico

  http://www.elcosmico.com/

 

Vintage fashion in Portland

I'm still high from my trip to Portland. So many inspiring shops and sights were seen. They have great vintage stores. Here are some photos.