Heather Lenkin's Tour of the Netherlands and France
Photos from Heather Lenkin's tour of the Netherlands and France.
Another river at Keukenhoff — this one is water. The undulating shape of the river amongst the trees framed by rhododendrons, azaleas and tulips is a perfect composition. The sculpture quality of the plan and the relationship of the flower beds to the river bed are really peaceful.
White tulips and blue muscari in full bloom at Keukenhoff. One of my favorite color combinations. The blue hit me in the heart!
A demonstration of the power of simple compositions and amazing juxtaposition of color.
This 'river' of white edged in red is a phenomenal passage in the forest at Keukenhoff Gardens in the Netherlands.
Bruges
Wisteria frames the view of Monet's waterlily pond. A remarkably peaceful and inspiring place.
A river of blue forget me nots and pink tulips in Monet's garden at Giverny.
Monet's understanding of space and composition informed the design of his gardens, while his love of horticulture and color created one of the most inspiring gardens on earth. Spring has just begun — with the flowering of cherry trees.
This fritillaria imperialis is perfectly positioned against a beautiful stone wall in Monet's garden.
The windmills at Kinderdijk in the Netherlands have provided water to flood the crops. Wildflowers grow by the side of the road. The whole scene is a testament to the enterprising engineering accomplishments of man.
The windmills at Kinderdijk in the Netherlands have provided water to flood the crops. Wildflowers grow by the side of the road. The whole scene is a testament to the enterprising engineering accomplishments of man.
The central courtyard at Musee Carnavalet in Le Marais section of Paris. This 19th garden and building reflect the symmetry of French formal design. The neatly clipped boxwood parterres are filled with seasonal annuals. A breathtaking spot.
A predecessor to Versailles, this garden at Vaux-le-Vicomte was designed by Andre le Notre for Nicholas Fouquet, Superintendent of Finance in France under Louis XIV. It is one of the most beautiful examples of French classical landscape design.
Duck, duck, goose: fun with topiary at Versailles, and also a reminder of how to create — and break — rhythm.
One of the most magnificent gardens in the world. The sheer scope of work accomplished by Le Notre is almost inconceivable.
Where else in the world would you find a composition like this? A tiny pocket of a florist's shop bursting with personality. Perhaps ten square feet of space are all that was used — re-affirming the thought that you can create the mood of a garden in the tiniest of places.
