Sculpture by John Jagger - Sculpterra Winery

A little love today for the Steampunk fans out there!

I spotted the image of the sleeping big cat on some random search, which resulted in an immediate "WOW".  Thankfully, the internet is much better at image matching today and people are getting better about labeling and adding attributes to photos. Thus I found not only where said kitty rested, but the name of her sculptor.

Even better, there is a whole garden of these gorgeous bronze sculptures by John Jagger - and they all live happy at a winery. A winery in one of my favorite vacation destinations.

How awesome is that?

"Sweet Dreams" by John Jagger

"Sweet Dreams" by John Jagger

"Eternal Flame" by John Jagger

"Golden Hooves" by John Jagger

"Mermaid" by John Jagger

Awesome Bridge Files - Henderson Waves Bridge

Of the two cities in the world that I see investing heavily in striking, world-class, creative architecture - Dubai and Singapore - I find myself more drawn to the organic creativity of Singapore.

I posted some shots of the Helix Bridge in Singapore last year, the Henderson Waves bridge would be more striking (in my opinion) if the scenic treatment hadn't been just a facade. I found myself disappointed when I realized that the "waves" were only on one side. This would have been much cooler if the waves were little tunnels you passed through.

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Henderson Waves Bridge - Singapore

Fairies of the Forest - Art Photography by Yume Cyan

I found this via a new favorite blog, Laughingsquid.

I had never seen Fireflies until I moved to New York as an adult (Fireflies don't appreciate Alaska!) I remember being out on a date one late summer night near the edge of a forest and being enchanted by seeing them for the first time. So, this series of long exposure photographs by Yume Cyan brought back a smile and a fond memory.

I hope it does for you as well.

Fairies of the Forest by Photographer Yume Cyan

Fairies of the Forest by Photographer Yume Cyan

Fairies of the Forest by Photographer Yume Cyan

Fairies of the Forest by Photographer Yume Cyan

Art Nouveau Lighting Fixtures

I am seriously challenged with getting back to regular blogging after having had my life eaten by three months going through The Founder Institute.

While I'm getting my groove back on, let's ogle some Art Nouveau lighting fixtures - many of which are probably more expensive than your rent/mortgage payment - but that's just how we roll here.

I'm thinking I should create a new label category called "things I want but can't afford."

Art Nouveau Light by Hector Guimard

Art Nouveau Chandelier by Hector Guimard

Art Nouveau Floor Lamp from Lampadani

Art Nouveau Sconce by Hector Guimard

Art Nouveau Sconce from 1stDibs

Art Nouveau Sconce from 1stDibs

Listening to Wikipedia

Oh, the cleverness. 

Coders Mahmoud Hashemi and Stephen LaPorte have created this very cool little application that virtualizes an orchestra based on edits to Wikipedia. Every Wikipedia edit creates a sound, the higher the pitch, the smaller the edit. 

Check it out here http://listen.hatnote.com/

Calabarte Art Lamps

My fetish for expensive and gorgeous lighting fixtures continues!

When I saw these amazing carved gourd lamps from Calabarte I literally stopped breathing for a few seconds as the word "WANT" echoed through my head.

Followed shortly by "MUST HAVE" and "DANG, THOSE ARE NOT CHEAP."

These lovelies are by Polish artist Przemek Krawczyński and each one is carved by hand.

Gourd Lamp by Calabarte

Gourd Lamp by Calabarte

Gourd Lamp by Calabarte

Gourd Lamp by Calabarte

Art Nouveau House in Los Angeles - the O'Neill House

I was stunned recently to discover this TREASURE right in my own back yard! Right here in Los Angeles, a piece of whimsical Art Nouveau architecture that could only have been built by someone brave enough to say "damn the neighbors, full speed ahead!"

I love that.

And bravo!  I may need to take a drive by sometime soon :)

I couldn't find too much info on the house other than this, from I am Not a Stalker.

"In 1978, an art dealer named Don O’Neill and his wife, Sandy, decided to remodel the guest home of their traditional residence in the Art Nouveau-style of Don’s favorite architect, Antoni Gaudi.  That guest house is pictured below and is actually the most famous portion of the property."

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles

Art Nouveau O'Neill House - Los Angeles