This is a bold statement at the corner of Main & Main, where the early aught wave of gentrification began! “Big Kastenmann” (Big Box Man), by Austrian artist Erwin Wurm, is an 18’ tall headless cast aluminum businessman wearing an oversized suit jacket and no pants.
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Missoni David
If you’ve ever wondered what sort of wardrobe Michelangelo’s David might sport, check him out in the center of the meatpacking district where he’s clad in Missoni! This 24’ sculpture is a collaboration between Spanish by Spanish artist dEmo and Missoni. It has thus far toured Madrid, Barcelona and Milan.
Water On-the-Go
I was thrilled to encounter this oasis in the middle of Union Square, where the morning temps had already hit 90! NYC’s Department of Environmental Protection takes New York City’s famously high-quality, tasty tap water to the streets this summer. These portable fountains are set up in the city’s busiest areas to keep everyone hydrated. […]
Mondorf Jardin
This sprawling garden in the middle of town looked like a community project. Everything from tomatoes to fava beans to potatoes flourished. We tentatively walked around shooting the luscious greens and what will surely be plump tomatoes. Each row held a new delight. Before we knew it, our attempt to not trespass too flagrantly disappeared […]
Mondorf Walkabout
Mondorf has a nice lived-in feel. During a walk through the town, a number of things caught my eye.
Mondorf Hay
Mondorf is such a tiny town that you will quickly hit farmland in any direction. These large, shredded-wheat-like haybales were very dramatic in the bright sun on a hot summer day!
Mondorf-les-Bains
With so many notable European locales within a short distance of Luxembourg City, it’s hard to remember to pay attention to what’s in our back yard. My friend Anita and I recently went on a photo field trip and were delighted to discover a sizable list of nearby (within a half hour) towns neither of […]
Musée Rodin
There’s nothing quite like a visit to Musée Rodin on a sunny day. While the permanent collection is impressive and the temporary exhibits are interesting, the garden is the real draw. It’s thrilling to sit amidst The Thinker and The Gates of Hell with the golden dome of Hôtel des Invalides poking above the treetops. […]
