Photography in the Style of Traditional Chinese Painting by Don Hong-Oai | Retronaut Here, photography jumps into, and, dreamily, clarifies traditional Chinese painting. The effect is startling and unique; the images create a median between a far-off reality and a composed ideal. This series of images was brought to my attention by a college friend [...]

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Rule Change Would Permit Weapons in National Parks – NYTimes.com By JIM ROBBINS Published: May 30, 2008 YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. — The federal government is considering a proposal to allow visitors to carry loaded, concealed weapons in some national parks, wildlife refuges and monuments. The National Rifle Association favors the proposed rule, arguing that [...]

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Wildflower Week in New York City? : TreeHugger by Bonnie Hulkower on 05. 7.08 At Union Square this past Sunday, a quizzical look appeared on many New Yorkers’ faces when they encountered volunteers publicizing the 1st New York City Wildflower Week. Wildflower Week started on May 3rd and continues until May 10th, with evening lectures, [...]

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Whitney Museum Unveils Its Downtown Sanctuary – New York Times Mr. Piano’s project for a site on Gansevoort Street, west of Washington Street, is a striking departure from the ethereal glass creations that have made him a favorite of the art-world cognoscenti. Mr. Piano has created a contemplative sanctuary where art reasserts its primary place [...]

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Olmsted’s Legacy: Parks for American Cities : NPR – Annotated Listen Now [12 min 36 sec] add to playlist The Bryant Park Project, April 25, 2008 · This weekend marks the 150th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted’s winning the contest to design New York City’s Central Park. Biographer Charles Beveridge says Olmsted’s work became the [...]

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