This blog post is big! It’s packed with giant things ― specifically bigger-than-life sculptures of everyday objects designed to delight, amuse and grab attention. These preposterously sized ordinary items run the gamut from serious works of art to quirky roadside attractions.
It wasn’t all that long ago a woman wouldn’t dream of leaving her home without donning a hat. Prior to the 1950s, wearing a hat was a cultural necessity for men, women, and children, serving as a key indicator of social standing and respectability.
The shores of Nova Scotia offer an abundance of wishing stones. And yet, finding the perfect one never grows old!
Most botanical display gardens excel at traditional design, showcasing timeless structures like geometric layouts, harmonious planting schemes and beautifully curated focal points. These extraordinary spaces typically reflect distinct historical styles. Reford Gardens in Grand-Métis Quebec, for instance, is an outstanding example of a grand, early 20th-century, English estate.
The splendid Tour des Arts was a highlight of my recent road trip to Quebec Canada. This annual artist studio tour is based in the Cantons-de l’Est (the Eastern Townships) ― a beautiful rural area with rolling hills and shining lakes southeast of Montréal.
In the previous episode of Postcards from Quebec, we traveled from Edmundston, New Brunswick to Ferme-Neuve, Quebec. This week, we resume our road trip in Montréal.
