Fresh is as fresh
Instead of ruminating on all the things that lead me away from a dedicated blog, we'll move forward into the now. Suffice it to say that in the mean time I've been working on my website, dianameans.com, and creating new work.
In January I had a show at the Low Road Gallery, and this summer I'll have a sculpture show in Cincinnati at the Segway Store - this thanks to my friend and techno producer Adam Jay, who not only created my website and business cards, but passed on my information to someone who was interested.
This is my third season digging in the soil surrounding Justin's home. When I began, it was a neglected space, once loved but forgotten for many years. It was so satisfying to hack down offending branches, till and feed the soil, bring life back. Once overgrown yucca plants and roses are now able to breathe and regenerate; unfortunately, the irises were not only overgrown but both beds were infested with grubs.
Every year now I have chocolate mint, spearmint, monarda, toad lillies, roses, and foxglove. This in addition to the bones of the garden that were already in place make for a pleasant retreat on the east side.
Monarda in July
