Charette: Inspiration Images

These images inspired me because each expresses a characteristic, feeling, or reaction that I want to create and/or evoke in the craft gallery in The Shops at Buffalo Bridge. The gallery should not take itself too seriously. A sense of delight or magic should be present. The selection of works should stand the test of time -- nothing faddish or trendy. The space and the works should be dynamic and vibrant. Sometimes the works should challenge customer to step out of their comfort zone. As an illustration of this, my dog, Minnie, is stepping out into the snow -- out of her comfort zone!

With the exception of the middle top and bottom photos, I took all of the photos in this collage over the last ten years. You will notice that the subjects of 99% of these photos (I'm not sure about the top middle one) are of nature or something that is made of natural materials. The art pieces I plan to sell in the gallery will be made of all natural materials.

Cites:
Top row middle photo: http://farm1.static.flickr.com
Bottom row middle photo: art glass bowls by Robert Kaindl