Slugs get a bad rap (justifiably so) around here. How can a slow-moving creature with the viscosity of a gumdrop manage to clear cut foliage like its wielding a chainsaw and machete? Just recently though, I noticed a more viturous result from the intrusive invertebrates: artfulness. When not devouring dahlias or noshing on nasturtiums, my resident slugs slither along like little garden Gaugins, creating curious beauty in uncommon places. In this case, the Artistes De Slime made handiwork of an outdoor, algae-lined tub–each of their bites another brushstroke in the earthy masterwork. (The piece is titled: HJEF8V698XPN)
For some, the only good slug is the one found drowning in a saucer of beer or wedged in the waffle of a garden boot. But for me today, when my my energy level is akin to theirs, I shall dig deep and enjoy a magnanimous moment, saying, “nice art slugs, nice work.” (But may I remind them, tomorrow is another day.)
7 responses so far ↓
1 renae // Jun 1, 2010 at 5:19 pm
I would have never noticed, but now suspect I will see slug trails every where. Thanks Tom!
2 Jonathan Goff // Jun 1, 2010 at 7:34 pm
Hi Tom, I am also an admirer of slug art. Here is a link to a couple of pictures I took of artful slug trails in the sand: http://jrgoff.blogspot.com/2008/06/slug-art.html
3 Tom // Jun 2, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Wow Jonathan, your slugs took it to a new level, stunning photos.
4 Eileen @ Passions to Pastry // Jun 3, 2010 at 11:54 am
I will look at my slugs in a whole, new light.
5 Emily // Jun 3, 2010 at 10:18 pm
I would have never noticed, but now suspect I will see slug trails every where. Thanks Tom!
6 LynnS // Jun 6, 2010 at 10:41 am
You’ve convinced me that slugs deserve to have their own venue now. Next time I find a slug trail, I’ll get out a small frame and do it justice!
7 miffy // Jun 6, 2010 at 9:28 pm
Tom, nice way to look at this…usually, here in the “tropics”, I see a slimy web across tile or carpet, and usally in a straight line…probably from heat exhaustion! xo
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