Seeing

It's All Happening at the Zoo

Michael J. McCarthy | Posted 06.04.2011

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Michael J. McCarthy

I went to the Denver Zoo recently to reflect. Quite often, a change of scenery helps give me a fresh perspective.

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Inspired by Donkey Ears (and Why It Matters)

Katherine Dunn | Posted 05.25.2011

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Katherine Dunn

My newfound affliction to donkey ears is a beautiful gift not only to my art, but also to my life and health. For observing them requires me to stop and experience each enjoyable twitch.

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How to Look at Mondrian

James Elkins | Posted 05.25.2011

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James Elkins

Our eyes are far too good for us. They show us so much that we can't take it all in, so we shut out most of the world, and try to look at things as br...

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