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| "Bacintyme Boulevard," SunsOut, 1000 pieces, 16 x 34 |
After spending three days trying to assemble one of Puzz3D's three dimensional puzzles...and failing miserably...I decided to start a puzzle today whose image calms me. This painting by railroad artist Greg Garrett perfectly captures what so much of America looks like to those of us willing to venture off the congested interstate highways as often as we can. I take an extended road trip or two every summer (can't wait for this year's drive) exploring different sections of the country in detail, and I avoid interstate highways like the plague. So for me, this is a "comfort" image, a little safe space in my head.
But it won't be enough to calm my feelings of frustration with the whole 3D experience totally, so I'll have more to say on that whole experience tomorrow or Saturday - with pictures. I will say right now, however, that Puzz3D packaged the most misleading set of instructions I have encountered with any product requiring home assembly - ever. And that "ever" has now morphed into "never." Never again will I purchase anything from Puzz3D.
That's a really neat picture. Train puzzles are a personal favorite!
ReplyDeleteI agree, there's just something about trains that holler small town America, and I enjoy the kind of art and puzzle art that brings back those great memories. I think this one has an extra special touch with those WalMart and Subway signs...seems like those two are in every small town you come to on the road. Thanks for stopping by...I like what you guys are doing in the puzzle world, too.
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