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This came together with an invitation to play. and invited over 40 artists to show up, offering us space and time to do whatever we wanted. No kickoff meetings, no project briefs or rules. I haven't worked that way before--it's ALL been client work. So to have the opportunity to make mistakes, do something weird that maybe nobody will like, let the f**k ups just be there, it was a new experience. And one that I really needed.
Everyone came in when they could, no discussion of cohesiveness or interaction, yet everything worked together. has been such a balm, and so desperately needed by artists and the community. Let's do more of this, please. Empty buildings suck the life out of a neighborhood. Let's fill them with art.
Too many artists here to tag, but I'll try:
hansen.studio
(who also spun an amazing set last night! Hire him for your next party! 🎶)
12/31/2025
I've taken a lot of lessons from this year, mostly in the Trunchbull ways. Though I wish I'd been able to learn in the Miss Honey ways, those lessons and growth are still valuable.*
I thought it would be a more positive way to look at the new year by doing a More/Less list like does each year. This was a great exercise in contemplating what I want to put energy toward. They aren't measurable goals with pressure of performance and outcome. I need less of that! But a softer way of allowing in what I want, and keeping out what I don't. For the record, I had plenty from the MORE category this year, and it made me more capable!
Cheers to more of MORE and less of LESS.
Happy New Year, friends.
*I grew up a die hard Road Dahl fan, and still love Mathilda to this day.
#2026
12/27/2025
Yule Lads, Part 2: The Quest Completed
When the winter doldrums and holiday pressure tend to wipe me out, I was given the best opportunity to get out, see friends, and try so many new bars that I'd never have otherwise visited. I'm proud to say, I've collected all 13 Yule Lads, and their giant cat, Jólakötturínn! What delighted me the most was learning about Icelandic culture...and cherishing the small things.
This was an epic quest! made the most fun, delightful, educational, alcoholic scavenger hunt I've ever tried. 14 bars in 3 weeks! Am I pickled? A little.
The final 7 bars serving cocktails/Yule Lads were (tagged in photos):
Jude's /Gáttathefur "Door Sniffer"
Lariat Bar/Bjúgnakrækir "Sausage-Swiper"
Rochambeau /Ketkrokur "Meat Hook"
Dark Room/Askasleikir "Bowl Licker"
Screwdriver/Skirgámur "Yogurt-gobbler"
Baker's/Thvörusleikir "Spoon Licker"
Black Cat/Jólakötturínn "Yule Cat"
My top 3 drinks were:
Liberty: "Goat's Breath," a citrus, herbal, refreshing cocktail with a pretty garnish. The rosemary spring added a lot of the flavor!
Baker's: "It's Rude to Stare!" with crowberry liqueur, rooibos brown sugar, and lemon. I could taste all the elements separately, yet they all played well together!
The Black Cat: Galliano, lemon juice, and Sq**rt. Simple, but so drinkable and refreshing!
Honorable mention goes to Hazelwood for their hot toddy with adorable handmade knitted koozie. It was tasty and a fun experience.
Happy Holidays!
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