http://www.ravishingbeasts.com/
Who knew that taxidermy could be so high end?
...well, J. of course. I ought to listen to my big sister more often...
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Sad But Fascinating Article About Taxidermy Place in Paris
ARTS / ART & DESIGN
From Ashes, Reviving a Place of Wild Dreams
By ELAINE SCIOLINO
Published: November 15, 2008
A February fire destroyed most of Deyrolle, the legendary taxidermy store in Paris, but the shop’s supporters are vowing to rebuild.
Josa had wanted to visit this place last year and my work schedule got in the way. A little lesson to us all to take every opportunity there is to see the world when you can because you never know what might happen. When we discussed yesterday, she mentioned a place in Egypt that we might need to add to the list...
"Deyrolle", a photograph by Martin d'Orgeval on sale at the auction.
Artists and photographers who had drawn inspiration from one of the most celebrated taxidermy sites in the world donated their works. Christie’s Europe offered to sell them as a fund-raising auction, waiving its commission along the way.
Photo: Martin d'Orgeval
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
A Voyage a Little Closer to Home
Fun park on the outskirts of L.A. Sometimes you don't have to travel too far to really get away.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Sunday, February 17, 2008
In Front of the Scarsdale
A fabulous gastro-pub in London. This is from one of our original expeditions to London in 2004. Though our objective is to travel around the world when we are old enough to handle the financial burden but young enough to enjoy it fully, we will be plotting smaller scale journeys to practice along the way.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Planning Begins
Or day dreaming at least. Here come the itinerary ideas, wish list, luggage requirements, articles, stories and photos that will help us plan our trip around the world.
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