Inspired by Monet at the New York Botanical Garden

A good friend of mine Christine shared this beautiful video collage of flowers and classical music with me. Thanks Christine, I agree, it is "SPECTACULAR"!

Going in line with this video, I wanted to share my recent floral inspiration after visiting the Monet Exhibition at the New York Botanical Garden. I love New York for its surprises -- who would have thought that right in the middle of the concrete jungle of the Bronx is one of the most glorious nature preserves. As you walk through the gates into the 250 acres of preserved landscape you are taken by the tall Pines, Oaks, Maples, Evergreens, Spruces, and exotic breeds of trees that have been gifted to the NYBG. Visit the Azalea Garden in the spring or the Rockefeller Rose Garden, or the Conifer Arboretum.

The Monet Exhibit is a recreation of the painter's gardens from his home in Giverny. It is a mix of vibrant colors and aromas that inspired the French Impressionist to create his masterpieces such as The Waterlily Pond, Le Jardin aux iris, Giverny, or Red Poppies.    



"My Most Beautiful Work of Art is My Garden."
                                        --Claude Monet