#imponderable

Happy September.

Do not feel forlorn, summer is still here. Somewhere.

What’s your entrance strategy for fall? I’ve been wrapping my head around a lot of unknowns, new prospects and possibilities. 

Time to step way back from the picture, maybe turn it upside down - maybe hang it in another room for an entirely fresh perspective.

Suppose I’m going on strike, or quitting myself - in a good way.

That said, I’ve really enjoyed collecting this bit of goodness for you. Hope you discover something inspiring or helpful. 

If anything strikes a chord for someone you know, forward this post to them.

That’s nice - xo, Darla

Apply

Go for a Guggenheim Fellowship. The application deadline for the 2017 United States and Canada competition is two weeks away.

Tell your friend about this job. The International Center of Photography is seeking a full-time Director of Content and Public Programming. 

Send in your resume STAT, The New York Times is looking for an editor to cover gender issues. 

 Learn

I’ve spent all of my adult life in painting, dance and rehearsal studios. Acquiring online acumen is an ongoing process for me. I really enjoy learning from Paul Jarvis .Super great to find “one of your people” in this realm. Check out his online classes for creatives, freelancers and online businesses - swell podcasts, too. Thanks Paul! 

Archtober presents it’s sixth annal month-long festival of architecture and design. Get in on special tours, lectures, films and exhibitions that focus on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life. 

Experience 

Just learned of Robert Montgomery’s work. This one feels right, right now. 

(*his light poem seen up top)

I shot this at Tony Oursler's Imponderalbe at MOMA. His archive of ephemera relating to stage magic, spirit photography, pseudoscience, telekinesis, and other manifestations of the paranormal was truly fascinating. These are Houdini’s handcuffs. His wife would pass him the key with a kiss before he hit the water. (Kate Bush fans - can you hear that song?)

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