06.10.25

VENCEREMOS BITCHES

posted by MaRik

Created amid the isolating stillness of the 2021 COVID quarantine, Venceremos, Bitches captures the visceral struggle between despair and defiance. In this work, MaRik abandons formal structure for a chaotic orchestration of color, texture, and gesture, a reflection of the psychological turbulence of confinement. The canvas pulsates with a palette of incandescent oranges and searing blues, clashing violently yet harmoniously, embodying both infection and resistance, fever and vitality. The central mass, an ambiguous form hovering between abstraction and figuration, evokes decay and regeneration simultaneously. Black gloves, pressed against the lower portion of the canvas, act as both literal and symbolic imprints: relics of fear, protection, and touch denied. MaRik’s gestural marks- the frantic blue strokes, smeared handprints, and dense impasto layers evoke the primal need to assert life against stillness. The composition feels like a battlefield between entropy and endurance, echoing the collective human condition of the era. Venceremos, Bitches is not a lament but a cry of rebellion - a raw, unapologetic affirmation of survival through chaos. It stands as both an artifact of crisis and a testament to resilience.

01.10.25

SAFETY & EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS IN THE AMERICAN ROCKIES: PROTECTING YOURSELF AND THE ECOSYSTEM AND ITS ECOLOGY & BEAUTY

posted by Bhavna Karki

The American Rockies are breathtaking, with towering peaks, alpine meadows, rushing rivers, and wildlife that remind us of the raw power of nature. But exploring this landscape safely means preparing not just for your own well-being, but also for the health of the fragile ecosystems you’re moving through. Safety: Weather Awareness: Mountain weather can shift in minutes—carry layers, waterproof gear, and always check the forecast. Wildlife Encounters: Bears, moose, and mountain lions roam freely. Keep food sealed, never approach animals, and carry bear spray in grizzly territory. Navigation & Connectivity: Trails can vanish in snow or storms. Carry a GPS, physical map, and let someone know your route—cell service is unreliable. Altitude Preparedness: The Rockies’ high elevation can trigger altitude sickness. Ascend gradually, hydrate, and rest if symptoms appear. Emergency Preparedness: First Aid: Carry a basic kit and know how to treat sprains, cuts, and hypothermia. Fire Safety: Wildfires are increasing with climate change. Respect fire bans, use camp stoves instead of open flames, and have an evacuation plan. Water Safety: Streams and lakes may look pure but can harbor Giardia—always filter or boil. Emergency Contacts: Know ranger station locations and emergency numbers before heading out. Ecology & Responsibility: Leave No Trace: Pack out everything—trash, food scraps, even biodegradable items. Stay on Trails: Prevent erosion and protect fragile alpine plants. Respect Wildlife Corridors: Disturbance during nesting, mating, or migration can be life-threatening to animals. Climate Awareness: Rapid glacier melt and shifting habitats remind us how vulnerable these ecosystems are—practice sustainable travel. Take home message for us: Safety in the Rockies isn’t just about protecting yourself—it’s about safeguarding the land, water, and wildlife that make this region irreplaceable

19.09.25

ALPHABET OF EMOTIONS -- JEALOUS

posted by KATHY FLAMENT

I am embarrassed by my jealous feelings. This is how they feel to me.

19.09.25

ALPHABET OF EMOTIONS -- EXASPERATED

posted by KATHY FLAMENT

Exasperated portrays my exasperation with two industries that pollute -- fashion and construction. The brown and white squares are formed by an arial photograph of a housing development. The figure above the houses is made from an old dress of mine.

19.09.25

AL;PHABET OF EMOTIONS -- ELATED

posted by KATHY FLAMENT

Elated looks like this to me.