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Andrea Eschen's avatar

I had to put on my dark glasses with those vivid shots of color! How beautiful. Thank you for sharing those. I love the photo of the fam. Lucky you! Lucky all.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Isn't the colour amazing??!! Too good not to share!

We have been having such a wonderful time together.

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Andrea Eschen's avatar

So very happy to hear it.

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Virginia Sargent's avatar

He creates his own universe. Thanks for the smile this morning!

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

That is a great way to describe his art Ginny! It is a whole world to itself. xx

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Tim Little's avatar

That be one good looking family, and thanks for the bright color saturation! I am currently in New England.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thank you Tim. We are a jolly lot in that photo! And enjoy lovely New England. I bet you have some snow too!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Gorgeous pics, Sabrina! Dale Chihuly is one of my glass-art heroes, although his work of course is a much, much larger scale than my own ever was!

A few years ago I went to his exhibition 'Gardens of Glass' at Kew Gardens - it was absolutely breathtaking.

Gorgeous post - a real treat!

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Oh, I really wanted to go see that show and we just never got the timing right. I'm so glad you got to see it. As a glass blower you would have appreciated his skill and SCALE! The garden at the gallery we visited is also exquisite, although I didn't post as many photos from it. His organic shapes work so well in a garden setting. Put this one on your bucket list!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

You’re soooo right about the scale of his pieces - they’re absolutely IMMENSE, aren’t they?! On the scale I worked (beads!) I could fit multiple pieces into the palm of one hand… which is NOT something you can say about Chihuly! 🤣

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prue batten's avatar

STUNNING!

And so glad your time away was filled with sparkle. Long may it remain so.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks so much Prue. Glad you enjoyed the photos. I’m holding the colours and the family time close. Xx

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prue batten's avatar

Tiny parcel on way. May not arrive till after Christmas. Depends on mail...

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

You’re a Christmas angel! Many thanks!

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Crowell H's avatar

It brings a smile to my face as well. He's a master and taken the art/work of glass blowing to a new level. His shop is located at the northeast end of Lake Union. I just watched a PBS show on his Rodolfo project, which are the very large coiled pieces intertwined with each other. I regret the opportunity to buy one of his pieces in 2002 when he was recognized as a cultural "icon" during the Olympics in Salt Lake City. Thanks for the spray of color.

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Oh wow-I bet you are kicking yourself about that missed opportunity! But thank goodness we can all enjoy his glass-art-work still and in all it's glory in the museum in Seattle. There is a wonderful piece of his at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London which always takes my breath away. So even far away from Seattle I can catch a glimpse and feel that excitement. Thanks for sharing the information!

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Jen Zug's avatar

Truly a beautiful space!

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

You are lucky to have access to see it more often! One of these trips I still hope to meet up with you! Hope you and your family are well and are enjoying the seasonal festivities.

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Jayne Marshall's avatar

These pictures are so gorgeous and full of life! Thank you for sharing. Enjoy the time in family!

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks so much Jayne. I am over the moon with joy to be surrounded by family and colour!

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Jayne Marshall's avatar

That’s lovely - you deserve it! It’s hard being far from loved ones. Enjoy ever moment!

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Eileen Lorimer's avatar

Love the photo of your sweet family!!!

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks Eileen! And likewise your happy Christmas Tree family photo! The gatherings are so special ❤️

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Elizabeth Bonbright's avatar

Thank you, Sabrina, for sharing the stunning Chihuly artwork. I adore his work. It always brings a smile to my face and joy in my heart. The Seattle Chihuly Gallery is one of my favorite spot!!

Fantastic family photo too!

Happy Holidays 🎄

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Sabrina Simpson's avatar

Thanks Beth! We all had a fabulous time there as you can see by the smiles! If I lived in the area I would try to go once a month just to get my fix of the saturated colours. Lucky you to live in the area! xx

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Martha Osowski's avatar

Beautiful in all ways, Sabrina! Thank you for sharing.

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