Earlier this week I took the train out to Beverly, Massachusetts. It’s just a 40 minute ride from Boston. I’ve only ever seen Beverly from the train and it looked pretty industrial and not particularly inviting. But when the opportunity arose to view a show at the Montserrat College of Art, I thought it might…Read More
Boston
Where the Wind Blows
Last week the Rose Kennedy Greenway installed their public art commission “Wind Sculpture (SG) V” by Yinka Shonibare. The 22 foot tall sculpture, which will be on view for a year, features Shonibare’s signature, bright batik-style print and represents themes of colonialism and cross-cultural exchange. Shonibare’s “Wind Sculpture” series grew out of his piece “Nelson’s…Read More
Thank You, Fenway
During the COVID-19 distancing most of us have been sticking to our immediate neighborhoods for safe walks and outdoor hangouts. Luckily, I live in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston which is about as ideal for a pandemic quarantine as you can get. Here are a few of the neighborhood spots I’ve been taking advantage of…Read More
Adventures in Reopening
Earlier this week I took some big steps into the slowly re-opening city of Boston. I was hesitant because I know the virus is still active and we’re opening more for economic reasons than because of public healthy safety. But I also know that without more economic support we don’t have a choice. So with…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Morning crossword. 2) Chocolate for every meal because quarantine. 3) So delighted to see the Little Free Library full! 4) Social distanced friendship and book deliveries. 5) Boston’s looking cute even during the pandemic. 6) Currently reading.
Reporter Roundup
I’m still actively reporting on the Boston art scene (and other areas), it just looks a little different these days! Here’s a taste of what I’ve been working on. BrooklineHub Prior to quarantine I covered a queer gym popup that allows people of all genders to feel comfortable working out. Social distancing reads recommended by…Read More