More sadness in the papers, more tragedy born of flood.
And in the midst of it all, we found art. More specifically Art.Science.Gallery ... on the east side of Austin, it turned out to be one of many galleries and studios in The Canopy, to which we will surely return.
The Buzz Stops Here was in its last week. Having read that the exhibit was focused on encaustic and bees, I figured it would be worth a look. I figured rightly.
Most of the pieces took full advantage of the soft golden hues of beeswax and honey. Two in particular made me reach for my camera (after ascertaining that photography was permitted, of course).
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from which hexagonal cells of waxen kozo paper ...
fell to the floor like so many dead bees ...
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And Golden Harmony by Diane Kleiss ---
with finely wrought dimensionality ...
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| Note the fine golden thread in the center of the flower |
and detail ...
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All more artfully photographed and described in this online catalog, but there's something about trying to capture images for oneself that helps recall the quietude of moments spent just looking, appreciating the gift of be(e)ing ...
