Judy's Tree

In ‘honor’ of the Aug 11, 2026 Derecho which caused much destruction in Gary, IN and the region, I built a tree of cement as a sort of headstone to the thousands of trees lost. The birdhouses and silver lamp shades are from my neighbor Judy, who sadly passed before the storm. The round blue circle was the rim to my outdoor glass table which was smashed by fallen trees. This is Judy’s Tree. #derecho

The Sparkle House in Gary, IN, is a unique, vibrant art installation and studio created, by artist Jennifer Taylor, from a formerly abandoned home, known for its exterior covered in colorful, sparkly mosaic pieces and its interior filled with eclectic art. It functions as an art studio and community space, with a studio/gallery, garden, chicken coop and greenhouse open to the public for inspiration! In the fall of 2026 it will function as an Airbnb/Artist Retreat. (details coming)

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