A Front Yard in Pasadena
It was eight years ago. My friend Bill Korn told me about a house he had discovered during one of his long walks. The front yard of this Pasadena property was a triumphant statement of a home-grown artist. I made the mistake of not noting the address, and I wonder if what we saw then is still there.
The art reminds me of the Watts Towers created by Simon Rodia out of various found objects. In this case, most of the objects were multicolored ceramics, toys, and other small items which were carefully cemented together by the owner of the house.
Broken Ceramics Cemented Together
I guess the front yard structures can be classified as a kind of gonzo art. Yet the effect is curiously pleasing. I’m sure that hundreds of hours went into creating these effects.
Some of the Trees and Succulents in the Yard
When we are able to travel once again and get together with friends and dine inside at a restaurant, I will have to find this place. It really struck a nerve with me.
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In French it’s called Art brut and in English Outsider Art. I think it’s dismissive because the judgement is put on the fact the artist didn’t study arts and doesn’t get money from his works, which are probably the last things we should take into account when it comes to inspiration and art.
I agree wholeheartedly.
I agree.