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Jackson Pollack Pilgrimage II

Last year Donna and I visited Jackson Pollock’s home. We painted drip paintings on the grass in front of his studio. They weren’t finished. We are going back to paint these canvases some more. Read more
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    September 26, 2025
    Jackson Pollack Pilgrimage II
    On the upper, getting ready to leave
    Enjoying the view

    New London Ferry to Orient Point

    September 26 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 70 °F

    Donna and I are on our way to East Hampton, NY. Our main purpose of this trip besides just traveling some more and getting away - is to visit Jackson Pollock’s home and studio.

    Last October we visited there and created our own drip paintings on the grass in front of his studio. Paul has loved Pollocks’ art since high school. The October visit was a spiritual pilgrimage for him.

    When we returned home, Donna asked if I felt like our paintings were done. At the time I said yes. But, since reading biographies about Pollock and viewing more of his art - Nah! They are not done.

    So, a couple of months ago I planned this weekend’s adventure. We packed the canvases in the car, booked an airBNB near his home, and we are on our way.

    Also, this is a good prep trip for packing light for our next upcoming travels to Europe. Paul is testing socks, underwear, and bringing minimal art supplies. So, this is a dry run for Europe.

    We have about an hour and a half to get to Orient Point. The ferry is smooth. It’s a lovely clear day in September.

    Please follow along - I will do my best to share with you this adventure.

    Donna is hoping that we finish our paintings this trip - she is not into annual trips. But, you never know???????    Read more

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    Some things to do in East Hampton

    September 26 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 77 °F

    Once we found our AirBNB - only a mile away from Jackson Pollock's home. We headed to "The Cookery" our favorite place to eat. a five minute drive from where we were staying. They have GREAT soup and bakery items. They also serve wonderful breakfast items.

    The we headed out to fine a Winery for a bit of adult beverage and Wine tasting. Lina at The Cookery pointed us to Wolffer Estate. We were a bit underdressed - It was a Friday night. and there were some high end bridal showers and bachelor parties under way. The chickery board was nice. we got a couple of wine flights and enjoyed our tasting process. Honestly, we weren't that impressed with their wines. THey were okay - not great.

    Donna found "The Clubhouse" a nice multi-pupose venue for all sorts activities and parties. They had a might little mini golf course which we played a round., We carry our putters with us when we travel. We were tied at the 9th hole - but then she beat me badly in the end.

    It was a nice way to spend the Friday afternoon and evening. we had a good time.    Read more

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    A quiet moment

    September 28 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F

    This morning I woke up early at our AirBNB. Pollock-Krasner home is only 1 mile away. I enjoyed a peace walk from the AirBNB to their house.

    While walking on the quiet roads I could only imagine how peaceful this area might have been 75 years ago.

    I sat on the rocks in the backyard and overlooked the quiet marsh and water. I did wave into the video camera as I entered the property after hours.

    Four deer crossed the property and made me smile.

    Pollock did good most creative work while sober and living on this property. His studio is large enough for his massive canvases. To be able to wake up each day and have the beauty of this nature scene refresh yo and start your day. If we ever move from East Windsor - this is the experience I want each morning. I want peacefulness and beauty.

    I was able to take a few photos - and try to capture just a bit of Jacksons’ energy and pocket it in my creative stash.

    I know I can be a loud in your face person at times - I am working on it - But, quiet times like this morning really touch my spirit.    Read more

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    Paying Respects

    September 28 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F

    Last year when we did our first Jackson Pollock pilgrimage we stopped by the cemetery where Jackson and Lee are buried. I left a paint brush on Pollocks’ gravestone.

    This morning as we are heading home we stopped by the cemetery. The paint brush was gone. But, I found the brush I left on Jackson’s stone had been moved to Lee’s gravestone.

    I don’t know - maybe I am foolish? But, I have created a connection with this artist. Maybe it is life of disfunction I relate to. Our like the hope of winning Powerball - I would like to find a thread of creativity within myself that matters. Or maybe I am just foolish?    Read more

    Trip end
    September 28, 2025
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