Artists garrett

OK, so he's not starving ... 

but his current living space is 5,000 sq feet 

on the top floor of a warehouse. 

Actually his living space, studio, 

studio space for two of his friends 

and a small shared gallery space 

are all in the warehouse. 

Such a change from the environment in which he grew up - 

and I still live.

It suits him though 

and I love to browse around 

when I visit 

and take in the sights...

from the entry way

 (through a wood shop on the ground floor of the warehouse)

to his bedroom

studio

kitchen/living room

and even bathroom, 

paintings done by him and his friends are everywhere.

 I gave up, 

a long time ago, 

trying to make sense 

of what they mean

or represent

Trust me, 

it's easier 

to enjoy them 

that way!

Christmas presents

which neither of us wanted to chance

in the mail

were also exchanged.

Commemorative plates  (of our Jersey shore vacation)

made by him for us

and a lamp made for him

by my nephew

from an old gear

and a truck filter...

all are perfect

for the intended 

recipient!

Maybe not your typical gifts,

maybe not your typical lives,

but accurate reflections

of who we all are!

I wouldn't have it any other way!