Saturday, March 7, 2009

Eenie, meenie, minie, mo . . .

. . . actually, I'm more of a believer in rock, paper, scissors. Here's a literal take on that theme!

What looks to be a gemstone embedded in the left-most rock is indeed a garnet. When visitors arrive at the ferry docks in Wrangell, Alaska, they are greeted by tables of school-age children who dig and chip garnets from a nearby ledge. Since the garnet is my birthstone, I had no trouble helping to support a local kid's "mining" efforts by bringing home this one. If I remember correctly, I think this set me back about $5 U.S.

11 comments:

  1. What a creative take on the theme and I see that favorite color purple again! Good job at supporting the kid's mining efforts! I love garnets!

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  2. I just got to thinking, isn't it funny that I know my "cyber" friends favorite color, and I don't even know some of my best friends' favorite colors?? Tells you how much you learn through someoneelses eyes and photographs!

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  3. Chesney - true! Next time I have lunch with friends (although I do know their fave drinks...)I'll ask about their favorite colors! :-D

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  4. Sometimes a literal interpretation is the best way to go! Love the way you've captured the rainbow of color with the stack of paper.

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  5. My geologist sister would love this one! Is this another lightbox photo?

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  6. Hi, Heather. Yes, I am making good use of my light box while it's too dreary to be outside. It's a great, easy rainy Saturday project!

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  7. Very clever composition for this theme. Love the colored paper!!

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  8. Good one Val and good story. This theme has me stumped short of going to Santa Fe where there's a sculpture that I forget who posted at EV.

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  9. This theme is a bit of a stumper - I'm glad you fulfilled it! And a very clever shot too. I love the multi-colored paper...

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  10. Love the composition and placement of your jewel! Clever interpretation & geat shot!

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  11. Great take on this theme. I went to the list and its not on my list. Nicely done.

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