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Photographer & Artist. Love nature, science, cooking, & travel. Avid Reader. Sci-Fi/Fantasy Gamer Geek. Art sold at www.pictorem.com/gallery/Chrystyne.Novack

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CNovack@artcnovack· 15h

I saw a post about "Life of an Artist" today and it made me think how artists are sometimes seen by others & a recalled memory creating this #Beatles themed photo. (See ALT for story) Fixing A Hole-> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/fix... #Surreal #Photography #music #AyearforArt #BuyIntoArt

How are artists/creatives seen by people of all walks of life? Reactions/thoughts are a mixed palette - some good, some are neutral, and some think we are just weird. Which makes me recall a memory from years ago. I know our neighbors (specifically the one driving by at the time and shaking their head) most likely thought, there is that crazy weirdo lady at it again. I was duct taping a large white tablecloth to the side of our house, then taping black paper plates of various sizes to it, had my husband come out dressed in the upper half of a tux and top hat wearing shorts (not seen in frame) holding an upside down umbrella in one hand and an iron in the other. The idea was to represent the whimsical nature of a Beatles Song or Lyrics. Here I chose to represent Fixing A Hole (Where the Rain Gets In) and put a nod to "the sea of holes" from the movie Yellow Submarine. I added a dash of Magritte with a man in top hat. The Topsy-Turvy Man is fixing holes by ironing them out and catching rain with the upside-down umbrella. I was very thrilled that I was able to accomplish and capture my vision.

I do think we artists/creatives surf a different wavelength than those who are not or more analytical. And that is a good thing because, really, I feel it takes all types to make the world function and an interesting place. The Beatles themed photo is a good memory of what I can accomplish and one that I can chuckle at with regards to neighbor's reaction of my outdoor set-up. As years pass, I have grown more and more comfortable in my skin, to post my work, share the creative process behind it at times and put myself out there in the neighborhood at large (Social Media). Keep doing, keep creating!

CNovack@artcnovack· 5d

Step outside your door for there is a world of beauty to explore Along the Edge - House of Refuge at Gilbert's Bar-> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/alo... #travel #nature #ayearforart #sunrise #seascape #buyintoart #ocean #beach #artforthehome #Seashore #sea #outdoors #explore #eastcoastkin

On a beautiful May morning ocean waves wash ashore along the edges of the craggy Anastasia limestone outcroppings found on Hutchinson Island. The House of Refuge at Gilbert's Bar can be seen seated alongside the rocky shoreline.

Gilbert’s Bar House of Refuge was built in 1876 and is the last surviving house of refuge of 10 originally built all along Florida’s coast to aid shipwreck victims. Florida's house of refuge program started between 1876 to 1886 due to the need to prevent the high loss of life and sailing ships from hurricanes and dangerous reefs in a then largely unpopulated Florida. This historic building is on a picturesque portion of beach called the St. Lucie Rocks. Outcroppings of Anastasia limestone line the shoreline.

CNovack@artcnovack· 9d

Dressing up old good clothes giving new 'look'. I already had paints & fabric paints. The Liquidtex Acrylic Fabric additive either in paint or after helps it to bond to fabric. I bought stencils & some ribbons. #oldisnew #recycle #clothes #wardrobe #whimsy #recycledfashion #repurpose #reuse

Picture of paints, fabric paint, and Liquitex Acrylic Fabric to bond them to fabric. Photo next to it is of a stencil of ginko leaves resting on pant leg and it is being painted.

Result of painting the Ginko leaves design onto side of pants. The paint on top of the silver shifts from yellow to green in sunlight.

CNovack@artcnovack· 12d

Architectural lines lead the eye to travel like a mountaineer scaling a horizontal section of a route. Traverse -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/tra... #architecture #bnw #monochrome #ayearforart #blackandwhite #buyintoart #classicmono #eastcoastkin #urbangaze #BWFri #urban #lines

Architectural lines lead the eye to travel like a mountaineer scaling a section of a route that requires progress in a horizontal direction. At the top the lines curve and have open square cutouts that frame the sky above while the main body of the building's glass windows mirror the a sky full of clouds. This black and white photo of Sarah D. & L. Kirk McKay, Jr. Archives Center captivates the eye and allows one to traverse across the top curving surface from left to the sharp angle point on the right. Built in the early 2000’s the look and aesthetic is meant to compliment the other 12 Frank Lloyd Wright buildings located on Florida Southern College. The campus at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida has the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture buildings in North America. It has 12 original buildings that were constructed between 1941 and 1958

CNovack@artcnovack· 13d

A good summer memory is sitting back, relax, and enjoying a cold ice cream treat. Classic Soda Shoppe Banana Split -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/cla... #summer #memories #dessert #dessertsky #ayearforart #food #buyintoart #eats #joy #icecream #foodie #foodsky #memory #nostalgia #foodart

A classic presentation of the banana split with a colorful and playful backdrop that invokes the feel of a old time soda shop.

A banana split is an ice cream-based dessert. In its classic form it is served in a long dish called a boat. A banana is cut in half lengthwise (hence the split) and laid in the dish. There are many variations, but the classic banana split is made with scoops of vanilla, chocolate and strawberry ice cream served in a row between the split banana. In no particular order, pineapple, strawberry and chocolate sauces are spooned over the strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla ice cream. Typically, it is garnished with crushed nuts or jimmies, whipped cream, and maraschino cherry.

CNovack@artcnovack· 15d

Out in nature’s embrace, breathe deep & let the beauty fill your soul. Cathedral of the Rock - Sedona -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/cat... #Outdoors #Arizona #Nature #wellbeing #Monochrome #BuyIntoArt #AYearforArt #bnw #buyintoart #blackandwhite #homedecor #classicmono #desert #zen

From a rocky perch above Red Rock Crossing one can take in the breathtaking beauty of the Sedona’s sweeping desert landscape.

CNovack@artcnovack· 28d

Being green is not at all hard, especially when you are a frog:-) Being Green --> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/bei... #AYearforArt #Frog #Green #ArtRepostJuly #nature #amphibian #BuyintoArt #Outdoors #frogs #wildlife

Being green, a single green, tree frog sits nestled among the viridescent foliage hiding in plain sight!

CNovack@artcnovack· Jul 10

To quote 'Bring me that horizon" Details in ALT The Bounty - Sail West -> pixels.com/featured/the... #monochrome #blackandwhite #tallships #explore #adventure #AYearforArt #sail #BuyintoArt #bnw #classicmonochrome #EastCoastKin #travel #MaritimeHistory #boat #sailing #sea

The tall ship, HMS Bounty, is docked at port on Peanut Island in this black & white photo. The stern of the Bounty shows the beautiful detailing and the name of the ship. The bow faces west ready to set sail. Many years ago my family and I were fortunate to see both the HMS Bounty replica sailing ship and the Privateer Lynx sailing ships that were docked at Peanut Island. Sadly, the Bounty sank in 2014 roughly 100 miles off of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina and a few of the crew lost their lives.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jul 7

The sea holds memories of the past. What Once Was - pixels.com/featured/wha... #Sea #bnw #AYearforArt #BlackandWhite #Monochrome #EastCoastKin #Florida #Travel #Outdoors #BuyIntoArt #artforthehome #Ocean #Seashore #Seascape

Pillars rise out of the ocean waters in all the remains of what once was the fishing pier just off of Gasparilla Island. Locals of the Island call these remaining pillars Bocahenge in reference to the town of Boca Grande.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 30

Follow the path, nature's splendor awaits. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/end... #Nature #Desert #AYearforArt #Outdoors #Arizona #Travel #BuyIntoArt #Southwest #explore #scape #landscape

Follow the dirt path to a small stone dwelling nestled near the edge of the South Rim to view the enduring splendor of the Grand Canyon.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 19

The riven scarps of the Mormon Rocks located in the Mojave Desert's Cajon Pass reach skyward. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/sky... #California #Desert #Travel #bnw #AYearforArt #blackandwhite #monochrome #BuyIntoArt #classicmonochrome #nature #outdoors #scape #landscape #Mojave #rural

The riven scarps of the Mormon Rocks located in the Mojave Desert's Cajon Pass reach skyward touching the sweeping clouds in this composite Black & White photograph.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 16

Remember the day of the late day sun that painted the trees & the gentle breeze as we leaned together in the shade. Memory of the Trees -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/mem... #trees #tree #AYearforArt #Summer #Nature #BuyintoArt #outdoors #sunshine #memory #reverie

Photo painting of an open field with several tall trees on the left hand side of the composition. Warm light illuminates the scene painting the trees with the late day nearing sunset sunlight. The scenery is like a warm memory of summer days when the sun begins to set bringing in a cool air of evening.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 14

Explore what is out there. Time Tunnel -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/tim... #monochrome #blackandwhite #bnw #classicmono #b&w #buyintoart #bnwphotography #AYearforArt #outdoors #explore #mural #art #streetart #homedecor #streetphotography #urbangaze

A black and white photograph capturing a moment in time. Strolling by a large op-art wall mural on the side of a building a young adult appears to be warping into another dimension.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 12

Thank you to the FL Buyer in Clearwater for purchasing small prints of the old Ringside Cafe and Snell Arcade Bell Tower! May it bring joy to you every time you look at them. #Architecture #Doors #AYearforArt #Thankyou #monochrome #blackandwhite #bnw #classicmono #b&w #buyintoart #bnwphotography

A black and white photograph of the ornate front entrance and door of the old location of the Ringside Café in downtown St Petersburg. This photograph highlights the unique and interesting character of the design elements of eateries, bars, and shoppes found in and around Central Ave in downtown St. Pete, Florida.

This Black and white photograph showcases the detailed beauty of the ornate bell tower of the Snell Arcade building in St. Petersburg, FL. The Snell Arcade is located at 405 Central Avenue at the corner of 4th Street N. in downtown st. Petersburg, Florida. It was built in 1928 by developer C. Perry Snell and was designed in the Mediterannean Revival style. Snell Arcade Building has a bell tower, residential condominium units and retail shops on the first floor.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 10

Some of these cars remind me of cars in Speed Racer or rocket ships. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/spo... #AYearforArt #racecar #sportscar #abstract #automotivedesign #BuyIntoArt #cars #ColorADay #RedWed #boldcolor #red

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 8

There is beauty in lines, curves & color on sports cars. When I was a kid, I loved watching Speed Racer - the Mach 5 and Shooting Star were stunning in looks & performance. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/rac... #AYearforArt #racecar #sportscar #abstract #automotivedesign #BuyIntoArt #cars

This automotive abstract highlights the bold orange back end of this racing sports car, where sweeping curves and sharp lines converge in a display of pure performance. The prominent spoiler wing and futuristic design give the vehicle a spacecraft-like look as it appears to be moments away from launching into the unknown. Viewed from a dramatic angle, the composition amplifies the sensation of acceleration and power.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 7

Everyone needs a quiet place, a peaceful space, to escape the chaos & connect with nature. A Quiet Place-> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/a-q... #nature #contemplation #outdoors #zen #ayearforart #buyintoart #Shinrinyoku #forestbathing #eastcoastkin #Quiet #Peace #Mindfulness #Meditation

Early morning light sparkles through the trees and alights on the lake as the wooden dock greets on to come closer to enjoy the tranquil beauty of this quiet place.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 7

Jellyfish from several days ago. Their movement is mesmerizing. #zen #nature #jellyfish

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 3

Fine feathered friends spend time together. Details in ALT Flamingo Fellowship -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/fla... #Nature #Bird #Birds #AYearforArt #Outdoors #Homedecor #wildlife #birdsky #BlueSkyArtShow #BuyIntoArt #flamingo #friends #friendship

Flamingos engage in social feeding, gathering in groups or pairs and rhythmically swirling their beaks through shallow water. This behavior, known as filter feeding, allows them to sift out tiny organisms like algae, brine shrimp, and plankton from the mud and water. Their specialized beaks are uniquely adapted to trap food while expelling water and debris. Feeding side by side not only increases efficiency but also reinforces social bonds within the flock.

CNovack@artcnovack· Jun 2

Love and acceptance of your fellow neighbor builds bridges. Hate only burns bridges. To the LGBTQIA community - take Pride in who you are. You have allies who see, hear, and support you. Happy Pride Month! #lgbtqally #PrideMonth #Pride2026 #LoveWins #SafeHoliday #AYearforArt

The Rainbow Bridge is an iconic landmark and has become a well-known symbol of LGBTQ pride as one travels into the city of Wilton Manors. This small stretch of road enchants the eye with its bright and cheerful colors of the rainbow. Here in the early morning light a portion of the bridge is illuminated showcasing its bright and bold colors as well as the inspiring message of Love Wins. In the state of Florida, symbols of LGBTQ pride have unfortunately come under fire from the state government seeking to erase them. There is concern that the colorful landmark Rainbow Bridge will be a target. Given the current political climate, Wilton Manors is a safe haven for the LGBTQ community. It is a friendly and welcoming space for residents and visitors; be you part of the LGBTQ community, an advocate or an ally.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 28

Watching Moon Jellies drift gives one a sense of calm. ...just noticed one tentacle 'waving' goodbye and can't help but hear "So long and thanks for all the fish" Blue Harmony -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/blu... #nature #sea #jellyfish #AYearforArt #BuyIntoArt #Zen #sea #ocean #artyear

A single Moon Jelly ventures forth while many luminous, moon jellies drift elegantly under the deep blue ocean, showcasing their ethereal glow. Watching these floating jellyfish invokes a sense of calm.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 22

In the vast stretch of desert, a lone cabin sits beneath the storm, listening for what the wind knows. What the Wind Knows-> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/wha... #arizona #desert #storm #bnw #ayearforart #scape #nature #outdoors #blackandwhite #classicmono #southwest #buyintoart #homedecor

Heavy clouds roll over the desert mountains bringing the promise of rain while a lone solitary cabin sits in a sea of brush scrub.
Photo taken along Hwy 64 driving towards the Grand Canyon.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 19

Summer is coming and with it are the fond memories of beating the heat down by the beach. Just Steps from the Beach -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/jus... #Beach #Outdoors #AYearforArt #summer #Travel #ocean #Florida #Seashore #BuyIntoArt #Homedecor #Coastal #EastCoastKin #sea

This blue and orange lifeguard tower overlooks the beach and far off in the distance you can see a parasailer and a sailboat.

Lifeguard stands act as important landmarks and gathering points on beaches everywhere. Along Miami Beach near the Art Deco District lifeguard stands not only play the usual role of comfort and safety, but have become visual icons.

After Hurricane Andrew, architects donated their designs to the city sprucing up the lifeguard stations which then became popular symbols of the revived City of Miami Beach. The eclectic designs range from 60's funky to bold & colorful. Of all the 29 stands, 16 occupy the South Beach portion of the sand.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 18

Do not be afraid to stand out of the crowd and be you! Be Unique -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/be-... #inspiration #nature #flower #ayearforart #art #buyintoart #beyourself #motivation #natureart #creativeexpression #beyou

The inspirational words ‘Be Unique’ are overlayed on a picture with a pink Powderpuff Mimosa plant growing in a field of greens. Do not be afraid to stand out of the crowd and be you!

CNovack@artcnovack· May 17

This beautiful field of wildflowers is Nature’s message: Live life in full bloom. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/liv... #wildflowers #bloomscrolling #inspiration #AYearforArt #Flowers #Nature #Flower #WildflowerHour #BuyIntoArt #HomeDecor #botany #outdoors #explore

This beautiful field of wildflowers is Nature’s message: Live life in full bloom. The vibrant red Indian Paintbrush flowers bloom in harmony beside the sea of Bluebonnets.. Every April the rural fields, roadsides, and public areas in Texas bloom with beautiful Bluebonnets delighting locals and visitors with their beauty. In the city of Ennis, Texas there is the Bluebonnet Festival and 40 miles of Bluebonnet Trails that one can visit in the month of April.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 15

Under the Desert's blue sky there is a gathering of stone to enchant the soul. Details in ALT chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/a-g... #Travel #Desert #Scape #AYearforArt #Arizona #HomeDecor #southwest #BuyintoArt #Outdoors #Nature #explore #zen #landscape

All around Sedona are gatherings of rock formations of stunning beauty. The view from the top at the Chapel of the Holy Cross gives a beautiful view of the desert landscape. In the foreground on the left the smaller rock formation in the middle is called Madonna & Child. The two tall stone pillars at the end are called The Two Nuns. And I have always seen in the giant rock formation on far right of photo as an elephant with the nip at end being the end of the trunk. It is really more clear when you drive up and see it on the other side as more of the 'trunk' is visible. Or maybe that is just me and my imagination - do you see it?

CNovack@artcnovack· May 13

A flower bud curves to the open buttercup, forming an open heart shape as “Love is a flower” springs to mind. chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/lov... #AYearforArt #Flower #bloomscrolling #nature #flowers #love #Homedecor #spring #BuyIntoArt #buttercups #springflowers #botany #Ranunculus

A gorgeous orange-red Buttercup flower nestles next to a young bud, their stems curved in the shape of and open heart.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 7

Architecture can showcase bold designs. This building in Miami capitalizes on unique designs. The Initial - Downtown Miami-> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/the... #AYearforArt #Miami #travel #bnw #homedecor #architecture #monochrome #buyintoart #blackandwhite #classicmono #streetphotography

A black and white photo showcasing the architectural design of this building on Biscayne Blvd 'capitalizes' the unique Miami vibe with what appears to be the letter 'm' into the design structure.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 5

A crumbling stone dwelling faces the end of the day as the sunset sets the sky alight. Fade Into the West -> chrystyne-novack.pixels.com/featured/fad... #desert #landscape #monochrome #ayearforart #bnw #blackandwhite #scape #travel #sunset #outdoors #explore #buyintoart #homedecor #classicmono

A black and white photo of the California desert landscape with a dramatic sky. The mountains can be seen in background while the foreground has the ruins of a crumbling, stone dwelling.

Not far from Saddleback Butte State Park in California's western Mojave Desert, one can find this crumbling ruin that is said to be that of a church. I could not find any other information about the history of this site. Pictures have been taken of this location where it is not in such disrepair as it is now. Sadly, it is slowly crumbling away - I would not be surprised that it might be gone in a few years.

CNovack@artcnovack· May 4

From the original photo that we took outside in the driveway. All photos are mine. You can see a bit of the ladder that my husband was on holding the X-Wing. Cropped, several layers adjusting shadows & highlights, edited out the fishing line (could not find my transparent thread), ---