“The extent to which we take everyday objects for granted is the precise extent to which they govern and inform our lives.” – Margaret Visser The challenge this week is to feature Common Objects around us. To look for mundane everyday things and allow others to see them in a different light. To appreciate the ‘beauty’ and significance of objects that often go unnoticed and find inspiration and joy in simple things around us. The banner picture of bicycles is a reminder of how enjoyable it can be riding a bike! A common thing that most people have. Another ordinary object and something generally taken for granted is a cup…

“Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” – Wasslly Kandinsky Wings of butterflies –  Cool Colors of blues, greens and pale yellow! Cool Colors is the topic this week. “Specifically: of a hue in the range violet through blue to green.”  These cool colors evoke calmness, serenity, and tranquility, feelings often associated with water, sky, and nature.  These butterflies display the cool colors of blue/green or an iridescent blue on their wings. First is the Owl Butterfly (Caligo eurilochus). The ventral surface or underside of its wing is shown in the picture below. The large eyespots, which resemble owls’ eyes, help to protect it from predators. The Blue…