by EdKoehler | Aug 21, 2017 | Art and Whimsy
I like to think most kids adopt a neighborhood squirrel at some point. We had a regular visitor during one childhood summer. We fed him nuts, and with each feeding he became more trusting of our relationship. Gaining confidence in our good will,...
by EdKoehler | Mar 6, 2017 | Art and Whimsy
Bad Art In past posts I’ve gone the extra mile defending art that many find inaccessible, strange and confusing. Check out some of my earlier thoughts on abstract art and jazz music. They may not convince, but they will support that I’m not artistically...
by EdKoehler | Jan 1, 2017 | Art and Whimsy
I want a Cootie Bug . . . If you grew up Christmas observant, your annual ritual may have included the visit to Santa to share your memorized list of toys. If not, maybe you’ll still find something herein to appreciate. The Missouri History Museum in St. Louis...
by EdKoehler | Dec 27, 2016 | Art and Whimsy
Strings, Pipes, and Loud Clashing Cymbals! So what’s with all these cartoony musicians I keep plastering all over social media? Thanks for asking. There is a bit of a backstory for why I do so many musical images, especially since I’m known more for...
by EdKoehler | Aug 28, 2016 | Art and Whimsy
A Brief Note This is my first post in a while. Just as I recommited to posting once a week, I suffered a detached retina, underwent surgery, and went into a fairly slow recovery which is still happening. I’m getting better each day, but the fixed eye is still...
