The yellow fields of mustard in Napa are a visual relief. Day after day of gray has finally broken. First chance, I flew over to the Marin Headlands to see the Project Space at Headlands Center for the Arts--an incredible artist residency situated in a campus of reclaimed military buildings in the Marin Headlands.The buildings (including the latrine) which overlook the coast and Stinson Beach were renovated by major American artists, including Ann Hamilton, David Ireland, Bruce Tomb and John Randolph. In this beautiful setting they host an array of dynamic programs for artists and the public, including residencies, lectures and performances, Open Houses, community-based projects, publications and commissions. I suggest going to the Open House coming up April 19, Noon to 5pm to get the entire picture. (See Spring oh nine album for my pics).
After scouting around HCA I headed over to the beach which was windy (as usual) but the most welcoming thing I had seen in a long time. I met a Beagle who was celebrating his 15th birthday, saw a shy starfish, lost my Oasis sunglasses, and poked some sea anenomes. Those seventh grade lessons in marine biology have stayed with me Mrs. Schenk! This time of year is amazing amongst the rocks. Beware of the tides, but be daring. You'll find some works of art beneath the rocks and waves.
Headlands Center for the Arts' Spring Open House is actually on Sunday, April 19 from Noon - 5PM. More information on Open House can be found at www.headlands.org.
Posted by: Rebecca | March 19, 2009 at 03:34 PM