The first thing that comes to mind when mentioning typical souvenirs from Jordan would be the sand art bottle. Whilst I’m not that keen on souvenirs, I do appreciate the work and time involved in creating these decorative bottles.
People cooling off at Crown Fountain in Millennium Park, Chicago.
The artist proudly exhibits his work at this trendy market open only in the summer months between June and October. If you are fed up with the tacky souvenirs that have mercylessly invaded every destination, then it's worth going for an origianl work of art which as I discovered does not have to cost the earth.
Taken in Millennium Park, Chicago.
Who wouldn't love the Bean? Millennium Park, Chicago.
A bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln seems to stop and admire the paintings in the McCormick Gallery of the Chicago Art Institute
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Cy Twombly.
The Museum of Modern Art. New York.
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Andrew Wyeth.
The Museum of Modern Art, New York. Cy Twombly.