Frontiers

Inspiration
Artistry
Imagination

Language functions as a symbol of identification.

“You only ever stop being better at what you do when you consider yourself a master and think that there’s nothing left to learn.” – Nicco Valenzuela

Internationally recognized
Symbol of St. Louis
Tourist destination

From an ecological perspective, the lands within the park’s boundaries are highly unnatural. The landscaping design consists mostly of groupings of monocultures. Air, water, light, and noise pollution are all present.

“Function influence but does not dictate form.” – Eero Saarinen

Hard facts
Metal deck floor
Quest for reliance

A pigeon’s position between two worlds suggests a balance between the material and the spiritual.

“The authentic person is one who is in touch with their own feelings and desires, and who is able to express them freely.” – Mikel Dufrenne

Stainless steel
Inverted weighted
Catenary arch

The 630-foot high Gateway Arch allegedly celebrates the spirit of the western pioneers.

“The arch is a bridge between the past and the future, a reminder of our history and a symbol of our potential.” – Eero Saarinen

Style expression
Body celebration
Attract attention

I wonder who the window display is for?

“Lingerie is the most powerful weapon a woman can wear.” – Dita Von Teese

Even distribution
Interacting elements
Physical equilibrium

At Miracle Rock, change has been slow and no one is complaining.

“Even the monoliths, seemingly sturdy and one-dimensional, change shape depending on the angle from which they are viewed.” – Lisa Schoch-Roberts

Tributary valley
Higher than main
Varying erosion rate

Atmospheric conditions contribute to geologic wonderment.

“It is a spectacular illusion – a deeply three-dimensional scene flattened onto an earthly canvas.”– Stefanie Payne

High plains
First in wheat
Stands complete

Captured this by shooting from my car.

“The Great Plains were immense enough to inspire the grandest, most foolish of dreams – but they were also vast enough that no one could ever explore every corner.” – Melanie Benjamin

Delicate shadings
Expressive variation
Sensibility awareness

Some venues reward multiple visits.

“Consistency requires you to be as ignorant today as you were a year ago.” – Bernard Berenson

Coastal plain estuary
Drowned river mouth
Land reclamation

Salinity vacillates with the tides as water incessantly circulates into and out of the estuary.

“Jasper bordered the northeast side of the basin where dolphins, gators, minks, otters, and every manner of waterfowl and shore bird prospered from the daily six-foot inflow and outflow of saltwater, freshwater, and brackish water that rose and fell on cue like the sun itself.” – Beth Webb Hart