There are experiences so vital to one’s well being that it isn’t a matter of how to make them happen again, but when. Driving out of town after my first visit to Burtynsky’s exhibit, I saw Grinnell in the rear view mirror and began planning my return visit.
My sister Nina had her own plan when she came to town last week: eat a Marshalltown Maid Rite (with extra mustard)!
Since Marshalltown and Grinnell are in the same general direction, it only made sense to satisfy both of our desires.
Right inside the door, Faulconer Gallery staff offered us an I Pad which featured an APP for the show!
You can probably guess that I had to own this APP!
It is amazing. When I figured out the symbols, I felt like the world was open to me in a new way. I can see each picture, learn the location – even see it on a map, read information describing the image I’m seeing, and in most cases, listen to Burtynsky discuss his process.
The photo above is of the Sacred Headwaters in British Columbia, Canada. This region is one of the last true wildernesses on earth, a vast landscape without roads.
Figuring out how the APP works has been satisfying and time consuming. If you have ever owned an APP, you will know why I’m out of time!
Which experiences does it feel vital for you to have again? Are you noticing how easy it is for us to obtain water? Were you shocked and saddened when Bill Stowe (Director of Des Moines Water Works) commented that it is not a question of if we will have an algae bloom, but when? Let me know your responses – I learn from each one of you!
Thank you for exploring the mystery – Nicky Mendenhall