We're in the depths of winter in Minnesota, and the natural palette generally consists of white, and grey, and more grey. The days are starting to get longer, but for many of us, there isn't much daylight during our non-working hours. What to do? Seek out color! Lots and lots of color! Here are some of my favorite places:
Textile Center: The gift shop is warm and cozy, and full of color. While there, browse wool roving in all colors of the rainbow, touch gorgeous fibers, and oogle the handmade goods.
Caribe Caribbean Bistro: Bask in the colors of the Caribbean. Twice-fried plantains? Yes, please!
El Burrito Mercado: On the corner of Cesar Chavez and State Streets in St. Paul, there's a big yellow-orange building that houses El Burrito Mercado. Go in, browse the market. Have lunch at the deli. Look at cookies too pretty to eat in the bakery. The colors and smells will revive you!
Minneapolis Institute of Arts: Stand in front of Van Gogh's Olive Trees to feel the warm, yellow, summer sun on your face.
Walker Art Center: See the iconic International Klein Blue in person! The Yves Klein: With the Void, Full Powers exhibition at the Walker Art Center is here through February 13.
Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park: Need some natural green? Miss your garden? Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and pretend it's a humid afternoon in July.
Happy color hunting! Spring will be here soon!