When Noel Kinsgbury suggested a colleague of his, Andrea Jones , as a possible judge for Picture This, I was ecstatic. I have been a big fan of her work for years. She has that rare ability to capture subtle, evocative moments in gardens and nature that resonate deep within the soul. Andrea is one of the world’s foremost garden photographers, having built[...]
Fran Sorin
A Hidden Paradise In the City
“I’m excited to introduce you to Harry Pierik whose garden I visited last April on a trip for journalists sponsored by the International Flower Bulb Center. His city garden is mesmerizing; unlike any other I’ve ever seen. Harry, a self-taught garden designer, has designed many gardens throughout Holland; ranging from small city gardens to countryside,[...]
Winners for Picture This – January 2011
The winners are in for our first Picture This Photo Contest of 2011! Here’s what our tireless judge, David Perry, has to say. “WOW! Great word, but even better feeling. And that is exactly what I feel when I look through this amazing body of work collected here under this one, unifying theme. “Macro In[...]
A Reminder For Picture This Deadline
A reminder that the deadline for January’s Picture This is tonight at 12 midnight EST; there will be no exceptions. For all of you last minute folks, get moving. Please take the time to re-read the original post and rules. This month’s contest, as expected, is going through the roof. I have been privileged to be able to spend time looking[...]
The Fragility of Time
It is rare after looking at a piece of art that I feel compelled to return to it, not just once but time and again. Such was the case with Ignacio Canales Aracil , a Spanish sculptor, who wanted to share his work with me. To say I was awed by what I saw would[...]