Keith Haring: The Political Line

Saturday I visited the De Young museum in San Fransisco with my sisters. My first encounter with Haring's work was on Sesame Street. Do you remember it? I think he was one of the first artists I ever even knew of! So this exhibit was super special and exciting for me.

Keith Haring was such a prolific artist. However the featured collection focused on his political statements. It was interesting that little to none of the featured works were titled. In retrospect, I realized that titles were unnecessary because his re-occurring themes of violence, phallus's and of suffering were literally outlined boldly.

Untitled, 1985
This piece was dedicated to contemporary and friend Andy Warhol. 

A pile of crowns, for Basquiat, 1988
 dedicated to Haring's contemporary and friend Basquiat. 

I couldn't help but think this sarcophagus was so cool and "gangster" with it's arms crossed and tattoo-like graffitied body.

Keith Haring's art was so awe inspiring even This Corgi was enjoyed it! My sisters and I swear we saw him not only looking at the art but smiling at it.

Shop De Young online:here. 

I bought some super cool souveniers. I bought some buttons, a magnet and the show's poster. Museum stores are such a dangerous place for me. I love both art and trinkets so therefore art trinkets are just the best thing ever.

Because we spent three hours at the Keith Haring exhibition we were too tired to experience much of the permanent collection. However we saw some really fun pieces such as the rainbow squared one above. 

I can't wait to return! Remember, Keith Haring: The Political Line is running until February 16th. Don't forget to buy your tickets online. They have reserved time slots and some sections may sell out so buy early!

Cheers,

Bridgett

COLORS Salon

I got my hair cut at COLORS Salon in midtown Sacramento. I would definitely go back. I felt oh so pretty from the oh so fab haircut I got. It was both sharp and well sculpted!

The resident pooch (seen above) was the most cute dog I'd ever seen. If you ever go, she'll always be there to greet you. She's a little charmer. 

Best,

B

Life's Kinda Like A Picnic

There's always so much hype around Picnic Day in Davis. I finally got around to attending the event. To be honest, the best thing there were the weiner dog races. But with the line 200+ people long I decided to just say hello to the adorable little weiners that didn't make the cut. I will say one thing though, people had some interesting outfits! 

It was a bright and sunny day...and I enjoyed people watching but next time I think I'll spend 60% of my time at Record Store Day and 40% at Picnic Day. Or maybe by that time I'll have a weiner dog and have him/her compete in the races! 

A deep bow to you! Thanks for stopping by! 

<3,

♚B

It Was "Reely" Cool Meeting The French Cassettes

The French Cassettes: "Infectious melodies with booty-shaking rhythm, in the style of big city beats."

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On April 18th I got the chance to see the Bay Area band "The French Cassettes" at Bows and Arrows Boutique in Sacramento. I wanted to see them so badly I braved a bus and trolley in Downtown Sac at night. It was worth every creepy solicitation I got while waiting for the buses. :P The show began a little late at about 8:20ish. So I shopped a little and bought a cute cotton green/white striped tee and a psychedelically bright flower dress (I'll post on them later ;).

^ This was the first French Cassettes song I ever heard. I suggest you play it while you scroll along (you know, for ambiance ^_^).

Cool merch was available including a copy of their cd (for free)! 

I thought it was cool how they (well all except for Ben) had white converse on so I decided to do a little collage of their fashiiiioooon. 

Mackenzie Bunch (right) and fan.

Scott wearing ze official Sun Queen Crown. 

Scott Huerta (Vocals/Guitars/Keyboard) and mua.

Ben I. (Drums) and mua. 

They played for a solid hour and I heard all of my favorites including "Radley"! If it wasn't for my friend who's always keen on what local bands are the creme de la creme, I wouldn't have known about these guys! It was a full house at Bows and Arrows and the second time that they played there. I can't wait until they play over my way again.

Thanks for stopping by! 

Cheers,

♛B

Clowning Around

It's just the day in the life of a clown. No big deal. What chu lookin' at? :P. Hahah I was abeit nerviosa showing you all this photoshoot but after some encouragement I thought "why the heck not!?". My sisters Lauren and Isabella Rangel went through so much work to get it done so voila! Here it is for your enjoyment.  Leave a comment to let me know which photo was your favorite!

Thanks for visiting! 

<3, 

♚ B