Sepia Monks’ Corner

Sepia Monks’ Corner
The store, in Santa Fe, caught my eye, fed my whimsical nature, and made me a little curious. Subsequent examination reveals that The Monks’ Corner, a marketplace, serves several New Mexico monasteries, an abbey, and possibly a nunnery or two.


After my trip to the monastery, recounted elsewhere, the downtown sign tickled me again. Perfect for the sepia theme, perfect imagery, and, I might add, a cool place to shop.

Like most retail experiences, though, one has to be a little careful, as there is some merchandise that doesn’t appear to be 100% crafted by spiritual labors. Doesn’t make it any less of an uplifting place to visit, browse, shop, and buy.

About the author: Born and raised in a small town in East Texas, Kramer Wetzel spent years honing his craft in a trailer park in South Austin. He hates writing about himself in third person. More at KramerWetzel.com.

  • Lennie Jul 14, 2010 @ 9:07

    Beautiful picture!

  • Harris Channing Jul 14, 2010 @ 10:03

    I like it, it’s whimsical and cute!

  • Manang Kim Jul 14, 2010 @ 11:01

    Love that photo and the decoration too. Happy Wednesday!

    SS~The bridge

  • EG Wow, Canada Jul 14, 2010 @ 11:11

    Neat!

    I tried to leave a comment at your other blog but couldn’t figure out how to do it.

  • kontan Jul 14, 2010 @ 12:27

    The sign is rather whimsical and sweet. Nice sepia.

  • Ralph Jul 14, 2010 @ 13:29

    The monk is a work, but the dove of peace seems to have rubbed off on him. A quiet laborer is relaxed and looking a bit divine too!

  • ruthi Jul 14, 2010 @ 16:07

    what a nice sepia shots

  • mizhelle Jul 14, 2010 @ 16:10

    really neat!

    u may view mine here

  • Patricia Jul 14, 2010 @ 17:10

    Wow.. next time I’m visiing my kids in Santa Fe I will have to request a trip there.. I love the sign..
    Patsy

    • El Muchacho Alegre Jul 14, 2010 @ 17:46

      I really do recommend it – the right amount of reverence and ribald.

  • annie Jul 14, 2010 @ 17:43

    Oh, I do like that charming and whimsical little monk. What a great place this would be to explore.

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