End of Summer

Ok, so maybe I'm jumping ship a little early, but tbh it feels like I don't have much more time for summer activities, since after I get back from Beloit I have exactly two weeks until I head up again. Most of that time will be spent visiting family and packing and working out and seeing mah frens and eating awesome food (seriously, Beloit, where is your culture? I know cheese curds are like the default delicacy, but I want something that isn't Applebees. kthanks.)

In memory of summer 2013 (RIP), here are some pretty images to get everyone by into the new (school) year. 

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Ugh Wayne Thiebaud. I love that man almost as much as I love Van Gogh and Klimt (aka: the beautiful talented monster of my heart). But I mean, look at that COLOR. Ugh. As an arteest (well, aspiring, occasionally practicing, etc.), he is someone to seriously look up to. His colors rely on reds and blues and yellows, and when you're painting people (who are made up of more natural colors than black and white) (just take an art class if you don't believe me) it is SO IMPORTANT to remember that. 

Also his paintings of food make me swoon and wish I had an ice cream parlor to run to. (again: come on, Beloit!!)

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Obligatory Bowie. Via. 

I've been on the lookout for Bowie records to own/listen to/hang in my room next year, but alas! I live by no record shops (thanks, Beloot). Obviously that puts a cramp in my non-existent record-buying lifestyle. I try too hard to be hip.   But omg, dat David Bowie sass. Reasons # 34 - 56 why I love that man.

My girl Helga G. Pataki. She knows what summer can feel like. Via.

Currently obsessed with this song. But ugh, so tired of this tiny video player. Why you gotta be like that, Blogspot??

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In other news, I'm like really freaking excited because the Nelson-Atkins Museum in KC is hosting an exhibit featuring Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and other contemporary Mexican artists, and my grandmother sent me a free pass to go see it. I can't remember if I've seen any of these artists in person before, and if I have I can't remember. I'm going to make a day at the museum, bringing my sketchbook and materials and I plan on sketching/studying everything. I mean, how often does a chance like this come around?? I'm so excited to see the paintings and pieces on exhibit, and will hopefully learn about some new artists. 

I hope y'all are doing well! Any plans for an end-of-summer hurrah?

-M