After a misty walk through the park and a visit to the art museum to see Anselm Kiefer’s “Becoming the Sea,” I noticed a little theme for today: muted and a just a little moody. Quite a sharp turn from the vibrant colors of the holiday season.

But definitely winter appropriate. The sheer scale of Kiefer’s installation made my jaw drop instantly. Here’s a little summary:

“Since the late 1960s, Anselm Kiefer has made art exploring the depths of human history. For his first American retrospective in 20 years, he takes the river as a metaphor for the flux of life and the passage of time. Breathtaking new landscapes join iconic works to celebrate his nearly 60-year career.”

An afternoon very well spent.

And here’s a detail of Monet’s Water Lilies for good measure. The only real pop of color in my photo library today.

Here are a few scenes from our morning walk.