Poppy in Wildflower Field
Late day light brings out the texture of the blossom and seed pods of a poppy in a wildflower field
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Late day light brings out the texture of the blossom and seed pods of a poppy in a wildflower field.
Abstract of Nature
This type of image encourages involvement by the viewers. These are images that engage the imagination and provide a distraction.
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Reflections of a blooming Redbud tree in a pond create an abstract of nature. Biomorphism is characterized by abstract designs that draw from the lines, shapes, texture and patterns of the natural world. This type of image encourages involvement by the viewers. These are images that engage the imagination and provide a distraction.
Lady Bug
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The Lady Bug in the garden is considered beneficial in many ways. In European folklore they can act as a matchmaker by crawling on a woman, then flying to her true love. In many areas of North America they are thought to bring good luck. If landed on, count the number of spots for a prediction of years of good luck to enjoy. At the very least they are a benefit to a garden by helping control pest such as aphids and spider mites.
D Day Remembrance
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Wild Poppies grow in the farm fields and olive orchards of the Provence. One can’t help but think of the poem “In Flanders Fields” while driving through France. On the 75th anniversary of D Day the poppy has become not only a symbol of remembrance for WWI, but as a way to honor all the fallen and as support of the living.
Happy National Trail Day
Happy National Trail Day
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Happy National Trail Day, Friday June 2, 2023. Enjoy the path less traveled!
Monet’s Garden
Monet did his own landscaping, installing flowerbeds of lilies,iris and clematis. In his carefree manner, he throw together hollyhocks, daisies and native poppies. The color scheme of each flower contributes to the look of the whole garden. Monet landscaped like he painted. He built an impressionist pattern of blocks of color.
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Returning from a recent trip to France; One of the most impressive sights was the garden of Claude Monet. Located in the town of Giverny France is one of the most storied gardens in history. Monet’s Garden and Lily Pond is one of the most visited attractions in France. Monet did his own landscaping, installing flowerbeds of lilies,iris and clematis. In his carefree manner, he would throw together hollyhocks, daisies and native poppies. The color scheme of each flower contributes to the look of the whole garden. Monet landscaped like he painted. He built an impressionist pattern of blocks of color.
Fiddleheads
It’s all about texture as the fiddleheads of the Ostrich Fern emerge in the spring. A new season is the ultimate symbol of life.
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It’s all about texture as the fiddleheads of the Ostrich Fern emerge in the spring. A new season is the ultimate symbol of life.
Trees
The greenish-white mottled bark of the Sycamore branches contrast against the bright blue spring sky. Employees with a view of nature report fewer illnesses and feel more enthusiastic at work.
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The greenish-white mottled bark of the Sycamore branches contrast against the bright blue spring sky. Employees with a view of nature report fewer illnesses and feel more enthusiastic at work. Images of nature are a calming element in a health and memory care environment.
Mayapple
Mayapples create a continues blanket across the forest floor. Creamy white blooms appear beneath umbrella like leaves.
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Mayapples create a continues blanket across the forest floor. Creamy white blooms appear beneath umbrella like leaves. It grows in deciduous woods, flood planes, bottomlands and shaded roadsides. Always a welcome sight along the forest path. Mayapple has been used by Native American Indians topically to heal skin issues. Two of its derivatives have shown promise in treating some cancers. The white bloom is a symbol of healing and protection.
Larkspur
The color purple is associated with power, both earthly and spiritual. In healing purple is used to promote peace, hope, dignity and devotion.
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A single gemstone blue flower flanked by purple spurs with white whiskers. This early spring wildflower brightens the Midwest woodlands. The color purple is associated with power, both earthly and spiritual. In healing purple is used to promote peace, hope, dignity and devotion.
Details
Getting close allows the subject to be experienced in many different ways. Reducing the subject to an abstract has a calming effect by engaging and distracting the viewer.
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Taking a step in and looking for details, texture and light helps the viewer enjoy the elements of the image. Getting close and taking in the colors and patterns of the composition draws the viewer into the photograph. Getting close allows the subject to be experienced in many different ways. Reducing the subject to an abstract has a calming effect by engaging and distracting the viewer.
Bloom & Bud Awakening
The Bloodroot woodland wildflower opens mid-spring, but only for a few days. The snowy white petals and bright yellow stamens are a welcoming sight in the spring garden
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The Bloodroot woodland wildflower opens mid-spring, but only for a few days. The snowy white petals and bright yellow stamens are a welcoming sight in the spring garden. Native Americans used the plant for a dye, as a love charm and as a medicine. Bloodroots awakening is a symbol of hope and renewal for those facing uncertain times.
Ancient Genetics, Contemporary Design
Rooted in long evolving genetics many native plants exhibit a contemporary appearance. They have developed an unique look, having adapted to their changing environment over centuries.
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Rooted in long evolving genetics many native plants exhibit a contemporary appearance. They have developed an unique look, having adapted to their changing environment over centuries. Brilliant colors and unusual shapes are appealing to the senses. Images of native wildflowers catch the viewer’s eye and help create an interesting mood. Images that help to provide distractions from stressful situations and a connection to the natural world.
And Then the Rains Came
But spring rains encourage the onset of color. They bring renewal to the landscape and refreshment to the spirit. A simple image of raindrops on a pink tulip brings a smile.
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It has been a wet and somewhat gloomy spring in the Midwest. Some think it is not desirable. But spring rains encourage the onset of color. They bring renewal to the landscape and refreshment to the spirit. A simple image of raindrops on a pink tulip brings a smile.
Daffodils in City Landscapes
Cheerful yellow spring Daffodils provide a chance to connect to nature in many gardens. Being in nature inspires a feeling of hope and renewal.
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Cheerful yellow spring Daffodils provide a chance to connect to nature in many gardens. Being in nature inspires a feeling of hope and renewal. Spending time in nature is linked to both cognitive benefits and improvements in mood, mental health and emotional well-being. Images of nature have many of the same benefits. They can help generate positive emotions, such as calmness, joy and creativity.
Sweet Magnolia
Some of the earliest flowers of the season are often the most delicate. Magnolias let us know that spring is almost here. But not quite as soon as we would like. The bright white and pink blooms are reminders of renewal and sunny days to come.
Some of the earliest flowers of the season are often the most delicate. Magnolias let us know that spring is almost here. But not quite as soon as we would like. The bright white and pink blooms are reminders of renewal and sunny days to come.
Blue Eyed Mary
The Blue Eyed Mary is a woodland spring wildflower that resembles a tiny bi-colored orchid. It has been said that the Blue Eyed Mary is a symbol of selfless acts of kindness, collaboration and true friendship.
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The Blue Eyed Mary is a woodland spring wildflower that resembles a tiny bi-colored orchid. It has been said that the Blue Eyed Mary is a symbol of selfless acts of kindness, collaboration and true friendship. The color blue is associated with calmness and compassion. Blue provides an atmosphere of healing both physically and mentally. It inspires inner peace. White is associated with cleaning, healing and protection. While Blue Eyed Mary’s often carpet the forest of the Midwest they are considered endangered in both Tennessee and New York state. Images of nature help to create a welcoming comforting atmosphere that promotes wellbeing.
Spring Beauty
Few wildflowers are as delicate and floriferous as the spring beauty. Forming a carpet along woodland trails in the very early spring these tiny plants display vibrant pink hues to welcome the season
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Few wildflowers are as delicate and floriferous as the spring beauty. Forming a carpet along woodland trails in the very early spring these tiny plants display vibrant pink hues to welcome the season. Spring Beauties bear loose, open clusters of starry, five-petaled, plae pink flowers with deep pink anthers. Always a welcoming site to those longing for a new beginning.
Golden Jewel of Winter
They look like lace in the sunlight. The bloom hold the memories of last summer and the anticipation of the new season just beginning.
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Found in the garden after the winter’s retreat, the brown and dried remains of a hydrangea blossom. Tiny details of the pink and blue flowers of last summer have turned pale and golden. They are even more delicate now. They look like lace in the sunlight. The bloom hold the memories of last summer and the anticipation of the new season just beginning.