Water

Saturday was really gorgeous day in my corner of the world. I spent the afternoon and evening with family at a picturesque spot on Lake Butte des Morts in the little town Winneconne, WI. Pronounced "bew da more" bew, like dew. Not like sew. The roads were winding and full of wild turkeys. Kids were smiling and riding their bikes without a care; hardly any cars! It was so heart warming.

There were lawn games, fishing poles, and pontoon rides. It really was a little slice of heaven. I can see why our relatives decided to quit the city and retire there. I didn't even realize how tense I was until I was out on the boat relaxing. I found myself drawn to taking countless images of the light on the water.

Some of these images were used in an intro piece I'm working on for (warning! sound!) Present Music. They are a contemporary music ensemble, putting on a Water concert at the Marcus Center Uihlein Hall. We are really proud of our water resources here in Wisconsin, and there are a bunch of artists from the school I teach at who are contributing work to the concert and river party. I've been combining images and statistics and poetry, to create a visually interesting, entertaining and informative slide show for the concert hall while people make their way in... I've started to become very enamored with water.

Amidst all the fun, I am getting pretty nervous about this (such a fancy venue, and so many people! Eeeks.) But nerves aside, the work is looking great, and I will just honor the process. And breathe.

I'll be back soon. Until then be well!
Kelly