Symmetry is usually defined as a sense of "balanced proportions" or "the quality of having parts that match each other," especially in an attractive way. And, when you think about it, it is all around us. Whether we look at human beings, architecture, art, or biology, there’s nothing more fascinating than seeing how the world is full of perfect forms and harmony.
Symmetry is usually defined as a sense of "balanced proportions" or "the quality of having parts that match each other," especially in an attractive way. And, when you think about it, it is all around us. Whether we look at human beings, architecture, art, or biology, there’s nothing more fascinating than seeing how the world is full of perfect forms and harmony.
lily of the valley
Country Life outlines a simple guide to the wildflowers of Britain.
House plant trends and tips for 2020, including how to pick the right pot and how to keep your house plants healthy and thriving.
Snowdrops are one of the earliest blooming bulbs available. The best time to plant snowdrops is when they are "in the green". What is in the green? Find out more about this term in the article that fo
Spring has sprung!
The lakes of the Adirondacks were loaded with water lilies, something I am not use to paddling around. I tried for a different perspective by shooting underwater up through the lily pads as the sun rays shined through. ----- July 29th to August 2nd, my brother and I kayaked the first map of the the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, Old Forge to Long Lake in the Adirondacks of New York. It was an incredible adventure through a pond, 11 lakes, a boggy marsh and 1 river. We set up primitive camping each night in different locations, Seventh Lake, Raquette Lake, Forked Lake and Raquette River. I used two cameras through the journey, a waterproof point and shoot and my Nikon DSLR. Become a Fan on Facebook! PLEASE NOTE: All Rights are Reserved. Please ask for my explicit permission for using this image in any way. Thank You.
Calathea is a large genus of leafy tropical plants found growing in the damp, swampy forest floors of the Americas. They’re characterised by their beautiful foliage, often looking as though someone has painted their leaves – and our plant of the month, Calathea Ornata (pin stripe calathea), certainly has that look about it! It’s soft pink stripes against the dark green leaves and a deep purple underside make them a hugely popular choice for us to keep in our homes. Calathea as a whole are fast growing and very easy to look after – because they’re used to periodic flooding, they’re also ideal for the erratic waterers out there! In colder months they like to be left to dry out a little between waterings, but only allow the top layers of compots to dry out. In warmer months, you can keep the top surface of the soil damp the whole season. They prefer a humid environment so can be misted regularly. Grouping similar plants together also helps to create a microclimate that provides them with some natural humidity - a lack of humidity will cause browning at the edges of the leaves. As mentioned above, Calathea Ornata have a deep purple underside to their foliage which allows them to absorb light in lower light levels, meaning they are best grown in shade or indirect light. Placing your Calathea in direct light will scorch the leaves and they won’t be happy for very long! Because of their natural shade dwelling and humidity loving habits, they’re the ideal bathroom plant. They prefer a warmer climate too (preferably above 15 degrees Celsius) so are best positioned away from any cold draughts. Repotting yearly will ensure your plants vigorous growth and health, but if you’re neglectful of this they will still survive another year in the same pot (unless the roots can be seen emerging from the bottom/top). Leaves on a Calathea can be seen to move around regularly, looking as though they are waving to you. They move around to adjust to the light, and often draw in during the night hours. Keep an eye out for the spreading movement when they first see daylight! Common problems with Calathea Ornata are browning tips of the leaves, and significant leaf curling. The leaf browning is nearly always due to either a draught, direct sunlight, or lack of humidity, whilst the leaf curling means it’s in desperate need for a water, so make sure to be aware of these signs! To Propagate: Calathea are propagated by division. In spring and summer months, you can separate clumps of foliage and roots and re pot them into separate pots of multipurpose compost. Who wouldn’t want to double up on this beautiful specimen!
A yard can be a buffet for rabbits. During the warm months where grass, flowers and vegetables grow, rabbits will come around and help themselves. This could be a huge problem when trying to keep your lawn well-manicured. Rabbits have the ability to devour spouts, seeds and create holes. Homeowners can find creative ...
The Spiral Albuca is a really crazy-looking, tropical plant which is easy to care for and one not to be forgotten. Perfect if you are looking for a spectacular smaller plant, as these rarely grow above 20 cm tall. Today, I am going to talk about how to grow this wonderful succulent from seed, how
Cloudberries sparkle in the swamps of Arctic Norway for a few weeks every summer. The fruit of the cloudberry plant is an amber-colored fruit that resembles raspberries and blackberries.
Exhibition dates: March 13th – 17th June 2009 Many thankx to the Die Photographische Sammlung/SK Stiftung Kultur for allowing me to publish the photographs in the posting. Please click…
Abandoned places, as fascinating as they are, best demonstrate one thing – just how quickly nature can what our civilization has left behind. Be it a piano in the middle of the woods (no questions asked) or an entire building, grass, vines and even trees will find their way to the sun no matter what's in their way.
You will travel into the magical world of lichen through macrophotography. Macrophotography will allow you to view details of lichen that we would not otherwise be able to observe. You will see various types of lichen that come in a varied assortment of colors, textures and shapes.
Maranta red prayer plant (Maranta leucomeura), a low-growing evergreen perennial native to...
About The Artwork I was spellbound by the beguiling scene of this turtle among the attractive lillies of this mexican cenote. It was only later that I found out this beautiful scene has a more troubling backstory. Pictured here is a red eared slider turtle (Trachemys scripta elegans) and it was almost certainly a former pet. This species of turtle is the most traded in the world, with their popularity as pets carrying them across the globe. Sadly subsequent pet release has also led to them becoming one of the most invasive species in the world, causing a myriad of issues for the local ecosystems. Location: Cenote Aktun Ha, Quintana Roo, Mexico Highly Commended in The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 57th Edition, 'Wetlands - The Bigger Picture' category Highly Commended in ‘Submerged World’ category of Memorial Maria Luisa Edition 31. Print created on Hahnemühle FineArt Pearl 285gsm, an archival quality, cotton paper, with a high quality, thick, and slightly glossy finish. Original Created:2019 Subjects:Nature Materials:Paper Styles:DocumentaryFine Art Mediums:Photo Details & Dimensions Photography:Photo on Paper Artist Produced Limited Edition of:10 Size:39.4 W x 59.1 H x 0 D in Frame:Not Framed Ready to Hang:Not applicable Packaging:Ships Rolled in a Tube Shipping & Returns Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments. Handling:Ships rolled in a tube. Artists are responsible for packaging and adhering to Saatchi Art’s packaging guidelines. Ships From:United Kingdom. Customs:Shipments from United Kingdom may experience delays due to country's regulations for exporting valuable artworks. Have additional questions? Please visit our help section or contact us.
