Art: In/accessible & Nature

In/accessible

I am fascinated by the way people perceive public spaces and create access or barriers. This small sample shows blocked parking and transit spaces, offensive signage, and air conditioned bathrooms only available to people who can climb stairs. (Click on an image to enlarge and get more information)

A station dispenses supplies "for your journey" - including something to draw with, a game, a telescope, and a seat.
Supplies for your journey
Cats with the inscription: Crip Cats and Mad Cats Unite!
Sign at MAD Lab
A wheelchair accessible port-o-pottie sits next to two nicer non-accessible toilets.
A wheelchair accessible port-o-potty sits next to two nicer non-accessible toilets.
Three recycling bins take up the van accessible parking space.
Garbage bins in the van accessible parking spot.
Icon of a man bent over and using a cane, designating seating for older or disabled persons.
Icon indicating seating for older people and people with disabilities.
A person with a bike uses the wheelchair accessible spot on a BART train.
A person with a bike uses the wheelchair accessible spot on a BART train.
Area of Refuge: Persons who are able to use the stairs should do so as soon as possible, unless assisting others. If you require assistance to exit this building, press button and wait here for assistance.
Sign in a multi-story building
Embassy Suites by HIlton - the button to open the door is inaccessible.
Inaccessible automatic door opener.

Nature

Everyday I see natural wonders. Here’s a small sample of sunsets, deserts, skyscapes and plants.
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Orange and yellow rose against dark green leaves.
Light brown mushrooms circle around a brown rock.
Branches with leaves next to a river.
Bare tree branches against a dark blue sky.
Trees against a red, blue cloudy sky.
Snow in between granite rocks.
Purple iris on a blurred green background.
Rainbow between two tree branches.
A red and blue sunset behind a bare tree.
Dark clouds with light streaming behind them.
Lake with mountains and blue sky.
Cactus trees in a brown grass field.