Spring finally came to the Northwest

Here are a few pictures from our house.

San Juan Islands

Visited the San Juan Islands when my parents were in town. What an amazing place!

George Spencer

One of George Spencer's Boxers. He really captures the essence of the boxer in this painting.


image from http://www.aestheteblog.com/

Chickens

We recently got chickens. They are almost old enough to put out in the coop, and we are excited to have them cruising around the yard. They are currently looking more like mini dinosaurs than the baby chickens we brought home in the picture.

TEEPEE

Got this custom teepee for my daughter. It has been a lot of fun so far. Looking forward to the rain slowing down so that I can set it up outside.

Chris Duncan

I really appreciate Chris' work. I love the subtle use of string. I am always curious about the symbolism of the birds and pyramids in many of his pieces.

Looks like the Jeff Baily Gallery  http://www.baileygallery.com/artists_02.cfm?fid=139# and the Gregory Lind Gallery http://www.gregorylindgallery.com/artists/duncan/ have some nice pieces available

Images from :
simplelovely.blogspot.com
design-milk.com
dearada.typepad.com
oneartworld.com
gregorylindgallery.com

Ratatat

I usually have Pandora playing when I am at work. I am somewhat oblivious to the music, and just use it as a way to focus and block out distractions. However, today I have had to stop what I have been doing twice to listen to songs that have come on from the band Ratatat. I am not a big fan of electronic music, but I have to say I love their music. Take a listen if you haven't heard it yet. It taps into something unique.