Tuesday, July 14, 2020

'Life of a Story'..



Nearly all of the shots I took yesterday were from under my umbrella, it was a beautiful day :) In Midland to take pics of this wonderful mural by Dutch artists Telmo and Miel. The two storey high mural titled 'Life of a Story' shows 'a young boy leaning over his grandfather, with whom he shares a special bond, while he reads him a story'. The artwork depicting 'the importance of storytelling as a way of passing down history and knowledge.' There is a huge amount of history attached to this area, will tell you more about that tomorrow. Happy Tuesday, take care and stay safe..


24 comments:

  1. ...a wonderful mural and I like the wide shots that puts it in contacts.

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  2. That is a big mural and a very touching image. When I was little, I was fascinated by my grandfather's book collection. I would spend hours thumbing through his books and asking him about the different stories. I have a few of his books on my shelf right now and every now and then I read one. The stories might be dated but they are always interesting.

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  3. That is a big mural and a very touching image. When I was little, I was fascinated by my grandfather's book collection. I would spend hours thumbing through his books and asking him about the different stories. I have a few of his books on my shelf right now and every now and then I read one. The stories might be dated but they are always interesting.

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  4. Superb art in perhaps a slightly less than beautiful neighbourhood.

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  5. Story-telling. So important. Love that you shut from under your umbrella.

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  6. What a wonderful mural, Grace.

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  7. Great one and very nice thought out.

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  8. Great mural. I cycled 10 km in a very heavy rainfall yesterday.

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  9. That is a tender mural. You must have enjoyed the rain.

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  10. Dearest Grace,
    That is quite some mural by the duo!
    Did check out some of their websites and they deliver great work.
    Miel Krutzmann has a German sounding surname.
    Love the Grandpa with his grandson, storytelling to the third generation.
    Yes, that is how culture and memories ought to be passed down!
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  11. It's nice, isn't it. I am sure you read to your grands when you see them. Holding an umbrella while taking a photo is not easy. Thanks P, I expect.

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  12. A very wonderful mural!
    Now I can see that's winter there … all this fog!
    Enjoy your day! 🤗

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  13. Great mural, Grace. I remember my Dad reading Wilhelm Busch to me and ages later I see the book on my Brother´s table with the Big Niece smiling.
    Ingo still can recite Busch´s stories (which is a tad crazy).
    Busch wrote in poem-style and Ingo has every word (of some).
    Dad would love that mural.

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  14. Those clouds do look threatening Grace. Good on you for getting out there with your camera anyway. Great mural.

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  15. Wow, what a great one you have found there!

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  16. Beautiful mural Grace, what a great find!

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  17. It seems all the dutch mural painters have gone to Australia! Can imagine it because of the weather! But we don't see any murals here sadly......

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  18. I do appreciate history very much, thank you! My day off to day is much like this, bring your umbrella and not much for picture taking. Sigh.

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  19. You have some fabulous artists in your area. Stay safe, cheers Diane

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  20. Wow, Grace, that is a HUGE mural. It certainly tugs at your heartstrings. So glad you shared it.

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