I took a leisurely walk in the light rain through the garden today and before I know it a composition formed in my head out of two unused plants sitting around...an unused bonsai pot...a rock...and some moss. Granted, it might not be the best composition ever but what is important is that it works for me. It's what I saw with my mind's eye and the finished product (as if a live planting is ever finished) is my interpretation of what I pictured in my mind. Beyond what it looks like today I'm able to see what it will look like in a few weeks once the maple has filled out and even beyond that as I prune and shape the trees as they mature. The composition will grow into a more well balanced scene as time progresses.
And speaking of balance, I made an adjustment to the rock I had placed in the scene once I saw it in a photo I had taken. I hadn't noticed the problem prior to seeing it captured in a picture. 
I'm certain I would have eventually because my eye has become more trained to see such things. When things don't flow...they don't flow and it becomes obvious to the trained eye even to the point of it being annoying. Balance creates a feeling of restfulness and peace and when things are out of balance resting becomes a challenge.
I'm certain I would have eventually because my eye has become more trained to see such things. When things don't flow...they don't flow and it becomes obvious to the trained eye even to the point of it being annoying. Balance creates a feeling of restfulness and peace and when things are out of balance resting becomes a challenge.
And the new planting took it's place within a larger composition that greets visitors as they approach my home.
3 comments:
Kent,
Ah...absolutely beautiful plants. You have such an artistic flair. Truly, Papa has gifted you with excellence, especially with flora and fauna.
I have been reading all your posts, my dear friend...as always. I especially loved the Japanese plants yesterday.
Guess what? Along with the flowers I have in pots on my deck, I began just two weeks ago growing some newbies.
I bought 5 more pots and am now growing: Sweet Basil, Cilantro, Sage, Rosemary and Lavendar. The ladder two are for more fragrant purposes, and I heard that if one places Lavendar under/in their pillow, they will sleep beautifully at night.
They just all very recently "popped" up above the dirt in the pots. It is such a delightful process watching them from seeds, now into little baby green stems. I am looking forward to when they mature!
I'll keep you posted...and continue to enjoy all the glorious photos of your gardening.
Blessings,
~Amy :)
Walking In The Spirit
Thanks Amy
I always love to hear that others are gardening. Growing things from seed is very rewarding.
Will you come over and do this to our yard this weekend! (ha)
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