Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Paolo Soleri's Gift Shop

What a cool gift shop. You can see Paolo Soleri's architectural style in this wonderful innovative design at "Cosanti."

Note the use of concrete and the interesting shape of the room. I was glad I could capture this photo with my new wide angle lens.

It is fun to walk the grounds of Cosanti. And to wander through this very large gift shop to enjoy so many unique creations of art. It is like walking through a museum.

The textures and colors are amazing and each bell is so different. I enjoy the two Soleri bells I have hanging on my tree in the backyard. They have a distinct sound. I can hear them in the house and know when the wind is blowing.

12 comments:

B SQUARED said...

I should think they are a prized possession. Have enjoyed the series.

brattcat said...

Fabulous photograph of a fantastic shop. He makes concrete look so organic. Like the bones of an enormous creature. Part is the color, but part is the pleasure he takes in curves and arches. Great series, Julie!

Prospero said...

Julie, the choice of the wide angle lens was perfect for this.

henny said...

Feel like in a whale's mouth, or stomach :). In the left display, what is that? Lamps or Soleri bells?

glenda said...

Beautiful room. Would love to take a look at those bells. That wide angle does a nice job.

Sharon said...

Just as beautiful and unusual as his studio. I like it.

James said...

That is a really cool looking place. It reminds me of being inside a dinosaur.

Thérèse said...

A complete visit of Cosanti but I still would like to go one of these days...
Nice shot.

Don and Krise said...

Congratulations on the new lens. It was perfect for this shot. What an amazing room. I'll bet you were there for hours.

Memphis MOJO said...

Congrats on the new lens. What camera do you have?

Cezar and Léia said...

Bonjour dear Julie
This place is really awesome
Greetings from Luxembourg
Léia :)

Hilda said...

What a wonderful room! Those windchimes are beautiful works of art!

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