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5/13/2014

This past month has been some great times. I've seen a lot and been to some great places. First stop was taking my nephew back to his home in Massachusetts. It was a long drive for a 12 year old, but he endured like a pro. While in MA, I had to pleasure of going to a few galleries and over to Boston to see the wonderful collection in the Boston MFA(museum of fine arts). If you go make it a two day visit. There is so much art and so many different wings that it just is to much for one day. They even give you a two day pass with your regular ticket price. Students save a few bucks. So don't forget your I.D. While in Boston I had the pleasure of seeing a very unique and one of my favorite bands, The Knife. Check them out. But don't ever pass up a live performance by them. It was mind blowing. I then drove back to Pittsburgh, hung out for a day, and flew off to visit family in Ft. Collins, CO. Let's just say it was breathtaking from start to finish. We did some hiking, and saw some pretty cool sights. I'll be sure to keep the drooling views to a minimum. The food was almost unmatchable as well so be sure to explore all parts. Not just the mountains.

Hand made glass blown octopus in Northampton, MA.

Washington collection in the MFA, Boston.

That baby. I don't know what it was about it, but it creeped me out. MFA collection, Boston.

Early 19th century american sculptures. MFA collection

There was a floral exhibit going on in the MFA as well, and they were inspired by the works you see behind them. This was one of my favorites.

This goes with the previous photo

As you can see, they had a huge Degas selection. One of many people's favorites.

Why not. Here's a mirror that shows you the amazing ceiling of the MFA in one section of them museum.

I'm not sure how to feel about this. But I suppose that's part of the world we are in.

They have a great section dedicated to the preservation and education of historical musical instruments. This was the the wall next to the entrance.

That evening at the House of Blues to seeThe Knife!!

The group taking it's last amount of bows before the end of the show. 'Twas amazing.

All ready for Colorado.

First day

First bit of wildlife. An elks butt. I was to slow.

Heading into the canyons.

About 11k feet up. It was glorious.

Not the best image, but it's called "Sleeping Elephant" and it's worth the hike to see in person.

Found a cool little place to post up for a bit.

On the way back from the top. It's no read wood but still sweet to drive through.

Coming back down from a little hike.

The art of rock stacking

A close friend of mind is a lover of sea creatures. Had to stop at the aquarium in Denver.

Sea turtles, mate.

So majestic...

They had a few.

This cat was a monster. The pic does it no justice.

Back to Ft. Collins

That's better

This dude was legit. I commend him on his protection of our national treasures. The Rockies.

In our sights

Hiked up a mile and down into a steam with a view.

Ft. Collins from above

This is art, right? Happy Cinco de Mayo.

About to land in Pittsburgh again. Miss it already. Thanks for stopping and checking out my updates.

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Recently started a commission

5/13/2014

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This week, I have started a commission for a wedding. The bride and groom to be have asked for a order of just over 200 pieces. It's a great opratunity that I'm both excited for, and honored to have of been asked to do. I'll be updating this post as they come along. So far I've started throwing the pieces, and hope to have half of them done by tomorrow. I'll then trim them over the weekend, and start the second half on Monday.