The natural undulation of the dunes was disrupted in dramatic fashion by the Great Lakes basin high water event of 2019/2020
Articles with vuyst
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Once again plants save the day
In my third book I wrote about how plants throughout history have saved the day. As I walked the beach yesterday that same thought came to mind as I observe “beach grass” establish a foothold…Continue Reading
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A Driftwood Education
As I fish out driftwood to frame my exhibit I wonder how old is this piece of wood? Where did it come from? How long has it been in the water? What species of tree is this board from? Is it possible it has been in the lake since the days of the lumber barons and lumbermills of the late 1800’s? What stories could this piece of wood tell us? All fun things to ponder. Watch the video to get an idea of the process.
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“ADrift” Art Prize 2022 video
I’m looking forward to Art Prize 2022 and I am excited to be exhibiting at the Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown. Art Prize is September 15-October 2, 2022.
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“ADrift” An Art Prize exhibit 2022
The dictionary describes “shifting sands” as something that changes frequently making it difficult to make plans. That was life for many of us in the year 2020. Sand shows us the detail, the wonder, the beauty we have been gifted. When the pattern is interrupted we pay attention.