Day 5052: Liquid Shard Revisited & Seattle's famous Eclipse.

      

"Forget Me Not": photo, digital collage.

  

Want music?

    Click: Th O'Jays, Forever Mne.

2GN2S

* (This is a re-post from ten years ago, August, 2016, a favorite.)

I read about the Liquid Shard & had to go!

I texted a photo to Grandhunk # 3 and asked  ...

if he wanted to go Saturday & have lunch at Olvera Street?

He said yes. Actually, he said "sure, I'll ask Mom!"

 A few minutes later, a text from WW saying...

"I'll go and can drive."

Win, win & triple win in WW's car!

An hour, twenty minutes in traffic & we were there!

I love LA! The buildings, the street art, the energy. 

Pershing Square, is a public park in downtown LA.

One square block, bounded by 5th, 6th , Hill & Olive Streets.

One square block, bounded by 5th, 6th , Hill & Olive Streets.

And there it was, a mesmerizing kinetic sculpture comprised of ...

thousands of silver streamers, 

actually holographic mylar strips,  an eerie humming sound,

stretching 15,000 sq ft. across the park ...

rising & falling like some kind of mystical giant, 
hovering & slithering through the wind. 

The project, titled Liquid Shard, is the work of Patrick Shearn, president and co-founder of art collective Poetic Kinetics, who teamed up with AA Visiting School Los Angeles design program. 

The dazzling installation, which is strung up from 
the postmodern park’s purple bell tower, 
will be on view through August 11.

It's hard for pictures to do justice, so if time allows, 

the 2 minute video  here, has Keith Kurlander 
exploring the installation. Music by IdIoT-SaVanT.

 Or, I have posted some shorter videos of the shard 

on my Instagram account:  http://instagram.com/jlonginc

Great memories of a special day.

 

For years, one remarkable dog became a beloved part of Seattle's daily commute.

Her name was Eclipse, and she captured hearts around the world with her unusual habit of riding the city bus to her favorite dog park—all by herself.

After learning the route, Eclipse became so familiar with the journey that she could recognize the correct bus, ride it across the city, and get off at the stop closest to the park. Once the doors opened, she would eagerly head off for another adventure.

What began as an unexpected solo trip eventually turned Eclipse into a local legend. Bus drivers, passengers, and dog lovers throughout Seattle came to know her friendly face, and many looked forward to seeing her during their daily travels.

Beyond the headlines and viral photos, Eclipse was first and foremost a cherished companion. Her owner, Jeff Young, described her as his best friend, a loyal presence who brought joy to countless people over the years.

When Eclipse passed away at the age of 10, Seattle lost one of its most unique and beloved residents. But her story continues to remind us that sometimes the most extraordinary journeys come from the most unexpected travelers.

 

  

 

A 3+ minute video, Teamwork, here.

 

 

Just because ...

   

Blue-winged minla

Wednesday's Smiles ... 

 

Hoping you feel all the good things in your day.

  

 

 

Day 5051: Marina Del Rey Film Festival & Mexico Frees 350 Captive Dolphins.

   

"Student": junk paper collage, ink.

  

                                                                       

  

Want music?

    Click: Johnny Gil, My, My, My.

2GN2S

I got a chance to go to the Marina Del Rey Film Festival 

in Beverly Hills on Saturday. To see ...

Another beautiful Mike Anderson film, this one  about Kevin Suzuki and his Karate background and linage into origami art. Beautiful on the big screen and expertly produced by Mike Anderson who also comes from a strong Karate background. The colors of Kevin's art were stunning. I loved every minute. You can see the film here, but please imagine it on a big screen. This film has already beed accepted, along with Mike's outstanding earlier film on Demura Sensei, here, into the prestigious Tokyo Film Festival later this year. 

An hour and half drive each way from Orange County, and another hour for Michelle and Kevin to their home in Redlands, due to our LA traffic and then we were on the hunt for parking in Beverly Hills. We didn't stay for all of the movies, as they ran all day. But well worth the trip, thanks Michelle! On the way home, we drove at Las Mesitas in Old Town Tustin for a late, but delicious Mexican meal.

A lovely day, Thank you Michelle and Kevin!

* Mike Anderton's newest film, Painting the Tempest, Scott Kennedy Maritime Artist, by Maverick Pictures and Mike Anderson in June 2026, view here.

Mexico just rewrote the story for hundreds of dolphins. Mexico freed hundreds of dolphins after banning marine animal shows

After a national ban on marine animal entertainment shows, Mexico began relocating hundreds of captive dolphins to more natural environments.

Animal rights groups have long criticized dolphin shows for keeping intelligent marine animals in small tanks for human entertainment.

The decision marked a huge milestone in marine conservation and sparked conversations about the ethics of wildlife attractions worldwide.

#ocean #dolphins #animals #mexico #conservation 

  

 

A 1+ minute video, Black Bear, here.

 

 

Just because ...

Snowy plover

Tuesday's Smiles ... 

 

Hoping you feel all the good things in your day.