Arcosanti, Part 2 |
Bells, bells, everywhere. This photo is similar to one I shared last week but notice the ghostly reflections in the glass — an intriguing addition to the image.
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The reception area/sales floor is filled with bells — those on this wall are made of bronze.
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Another bell, this one made of fired clay.
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In addition to bells, books, photos and posters (all for sale) they had this model on display. At the time, I did not note a explanatory placard but after the tour, I realized that it appears to represent a vision for the future of Arcosanti. The small greenish buildings in the middle look like the current Arcosanti. The tan structure is the future (maybe).
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The center of this level is open to the cafe below. I loved the look through the massive windows to the deck and desert outside.
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Another photo of the cafe. Note the piano, a table with chess set (next to the window on the left) plus a bar (green top). This area obviously serves many purposes for those who work and study here at Arcosanti.
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The views from the cafe level are also spectacular. The cafe itself, bathed in natural light, is a very relaxing place to enjoy your meal or just a break from work with pleasant conversation.
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Time for the tour. First a short video to introduce us to Arcosanti then downstairs and outside.
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The first stop is the clay bell foundry. Clay molds are powdered with oxides, filled with clay, dried then decorated with patterns and finally fired in a kiln.
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Here is some of the artisan's handiwork.
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We spied two of the artisans at work — they were so focused on their tasks that they took little note of our presence.
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And here is a set of their creations strung together and hung from a tree branch. Lovely to watch and pleasing to listen to in the slight breeze.
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To be continued...
Life is good.