Target art, which I use as a noun rather than the imperative that it sounds like: Target art now!
Let me explain. I was doing some monthly shopping in the store called Target this afternoon and was struck by the colors and designs that I could find if I only slowed down to look. I wish I’d gotten a shot of the four or five side-by-side fridges containing Coke. They were pretty retro, and it made for a great display visually at least. (Pity I don’t drink soda or other sugary drinks. Not!) Canisters of different Lysol wipes reminded my of Andy Warhol‘s pop art. No, didn’t get that shot either, as I figured that by then Target’s Loss Prevention department was probably wondering what I was up to.
But all this reminded me of the beauty that’s in life everywhere. And I’m not just talking what we can find in nature. That’s easy. I’m sure many of you have seen Abby Chapple‘s Facebook posts, the ones she always labels “ART EVERYWHERE.” I love them! Just a couple of days ago she had a video up of avocado pit carvings. They were extraordinary. Turns out a woman named Jan Campbell makes them and sells them via her store Avocado Stone Faces.
Abby’s shown us some great and unusual art since she started sharing her finds in Facebook. Of course, not all of us can afford such beautiful and intriguing pieces. I suppose that’s where Target comes in. Sure, some of their clothes and furniture and such are knock-offs. I once found a blouse than looked soooo like one I’d picked up at J.Jill (or maybe I just wanted to pick up, but it may have been too dear.) Ignoring that aspect for now, what I was really noticing today were the displays, how colors and shapes and textures were put together. I give Target credit for taking the time to do that. Walmart certainly doesn’t bother. And it works; I prefer the shopping experience at Target to Wally World.
Next time you’re out and about looking for toothpaste and what-have-you, take a look at the color combinations, the shapes that are all around you. You might be pleasantly surprised. And you’ll be living in the moment, certainly, something we all should do more of.
Where have you noticed art in unexpected places? Target art!
And in other areas of the world today… Tynan presents what’s just off the frame!
And look at the beautiful shape, reminds me of something….
AND, I know four little beasties who would look soooooo cute on that rug.
You should see the little fatties! They will be 2 weeks old tomorrow and
2 of the have their eyes open. Expect the other two tonight or tomorrow morning.
Piper, the mom, has taken to laying flat out in the door of the pen–which has
displace the big frame.
I must visit their cutenesses again!
Some of my favorite ads on TV are the Target ones! They put together such interesting montages of their products. There was one, many years ago, for make up with the most amazing looking models, with amazingly made up faces.
I very much like the arrangements of veggies at many Whole Foods. The colors and shapes of them are always appealing, but as you said, someone takes the time to make them look even more appetizing.
Love that rug! I bet you sell that “right quick”.
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From your lips to God’s ears, Deb! You’re right about Whole Foods. Some of the California grocery stores do the same thing with their produce. ANd yarn stores. They win big too. Hope you’re keeping cool in your pool. I see you’ve got serious temps and muggies.