I walk at least 5 times a week. I live in a residential suburb. I am noticing feathers at the moment. I stand them in the soil. It’s kind of a ‘I was here’ when I walk past the next day they’re there waiting, a message to my future self.
I am interested in when the trees get distorted by the fence or wire - and also how the shadows of trees and leaves get distorted by the wall they are projected on - It feels like a metaphor for what we are doing on a larger scale to our planet -
"Shape Sifting" is one of my default modes of pattern seeking + walking.
As a puzzle designer, I'm constantly on the lookout for interesting shapes that I can sculpt and embed within my puzzle designs. What shapes work well as a puzzle lock? How might I embellish a corner or an edge to create additional interest? How can I best make use of negative space to create a positive experience?
I love the idea of poetry bombing. There's a group on Bluesky who share haiku every Saturday. I love the thought of every sharing them around their neighborhoods. Or randomly choosing an address and mailing an anonymous haiku of kindness.
I walk at least 5 times a week. I live in a residential suburb. I am noticing feathers at the moment. I stand them in the soil. It’s kind of a ‘I was here’ when I walk past the next day they’re there waiting, a message to my future self.
Oh that's a good one, love it!
I am interested in when the trees get distorted by the fence or wire - and also how the shadows of trees and leaves get distorted by the wall they are projected on - It feels like a metaphor for what we are doing on a larger scale to our planet -
"Shape Sifting" is one of my default modes of pattern seeking + walking.
As a puzzle designer, I'm constantly on the lookout for interesting shapes that I can sculpt and embed within my puzzle designs. What shapes work well as a puzzle lock? How might I embellish a corner or an edge to create additional interest? How can I best make use of negative space to create a positive experience?
What a cool gig!
Heading out for my shape walk now-- thanks for the inspiration!
Wow! What fun. Ivan do it in my wheelchair and that brings me close to the ground. And gets me out of the house having an adventure.
thanks for sharing this amazing post!
The first photo reminds me of a category that I notice, which is the interaction of fences and trees, and buildings and trees. A small sample here https://springsmuseum.org/2021/10/01/a-neighborhood-phenomena-sampler/
Love this idea. We have done mini versions as part of our creative flow sessions at Noise 13. the art of noticing is powerful
I love the idea of poetry bombing. There's a group on Bluesky who share haiku every Saturday. I love the thought of every sharing them around their neighborhoods. Or randomly choosing an address and mailing an anonymous haiku of kindness.