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Souvenir: Who Care’s What’s Inside?
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
My husband went on a work related “field trip” to Seattle last week and left me to figure out how the sound system works on our home theatre system. You’d think I would know after living here for four years, but that’s not the story. While in Seattle, J bought an anniversary gift for me from a small shop suitably called Souvenir on Ballard Street. The gift was wrapped in packaging several feet high and appeared to be encased in glass. It was so beautiful, I couldn’t open it while in my bathrobe, and feeling like I had to dress up to open it, I waited until the evening. I’ve never done that in my life. And seriously, I really didn’t care what was in it, it was a miracle just to look at it. Please go to Curtis Steiner’s website, the owner of this remarkable shop. A true artist, he exhibits at the Seattle Art Museum, and a video of the installation called “Blocks” can be viewed from the website- an extraordinary kaleidescope of designs that can be made from 1000 identically patterned blocks, as well as a fascinating YouTube interview with the artist.
Now that I know how to work the sound system, I think these trips are a good idea. Don’t you?
k – wow! his website is wonderful – i sent it to my friend Kay who makes some amazing jewelry. his interview was fascinating – Souvenir is high up on our destination wish list! xoxo
I loved the interview, it brings more appreciation to the shop and his work. Do you think if we stood in there and breathed in all the creative air we would be likewise inspired? I think so!