Let's do an extra arty didactic post this week in tribute to Leonard Knight, the man behind Salvation Mountain in Niland, California. Although the intended message is not particularly stirring for me, I can't help but marvel at Leonard's commitment to his work, his beliefs, and his passion to share both of those in such a placid, beautiful way. I've still not been to the mountain, but it's one of my main goals for when I'm back in California. Sadly there's no longer a chance of meeting the man behind the marvel, but I believe that this expression of art was not made for vocal lauding, but rather for everyone's quiet contemplation, enjoyment and gratification. Below, a small collection of images pulled from the internet that just make me want to visit that much more, and a brilliant one I adore of the artist himself. Enjoy.
Big article about him in the paper recently, good reading. Sorry I forgot to save it for you. Maybe you and I can go together if you'd like, as Bob has no interest in going out to the desert! But ever since a friend posted photos there a few years back, I've been wanting to go see it.
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