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Inverewe Garden, Scotland: Part Two

Continuing on from yesterday's introduction to the remarkable Inverewe Garden in Scotland where the variety of plant life was stunning. This post is for all those who love plants.

Scotland

Inverewe Garden, Scotland: Part One

Have you been following my posts on Scotland? Today we return to the mainland on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands to visit the amazing and most beautiful Inverewe Garden.

Scotland

The Treasures of Lerwick, Shetland, Scotland: Part One

Visiting Lerwick in the Shetlands, Scotland was a magical experience from seeing 5000 year old buildings to witnessing a "fleet" of tall ships sailing by.

Nature

A cloud named Hector the Convector!

Today we learn about a unique cloud formation that forms regularly off the north coast of Australia - with the unlikely name of Hector the Convector!

Australia

Rottnest Island - Western Australia

Rottnest Island, located off the coast near Perth, colloquially referred to as Rotto, visitors can cycle for a day looking out for delightful quokkas and enjoying the azure sky, blindingly white sand, crystal clear and majestic coves formed by naturally sculpted rocks.

Australia

The Australian Outback

Showcasing the magnificence of the West Australian Outback and the Outback in general.

Australia

The Pinnacles - Western Australia

The Pinnacles Desert is located in Nambung National Park, 2 hours north of Perth, Western Australia. They are natural limestone structures, formed approximately 25,000 to 30,000 years ago.

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Kalbarri Skywalk - Western Australia

Venture out onto the cantilevered walkways of the Kalbarri Skywalk in Kalbarri National Park, high above the Murchison River, in Western Australia.

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Coastline between Monkey Mia and Kalbarri - Western Australia

Along the coast of Western Australia - the Bigurda Trail in Kalbarri National Park and the Pink Lake.

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Telegraph Point and Shell Beach - Western Australia

Exploring Shark Bay, Western Australia - Eagle Bluff Lookout, Shell Beach and Stromatolites, at Hamelin Pool - part of the same huge marine nature reserve as Monkey Mia.

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Monkey Mia - Western Australia

Monkey Mia, located on Shark Bay, north of Perth, is known for its tame dolphins and vast sea grass beds - the staple diet for approx 10,000 dugongs that reside here.

Nature

Green Sea Turtles

Green sea turtles are one of the world’s largest species of turtle, weighing around 65-130kg and measuring between 1-1.2m long. They have a strong, tear-drop shape shell, called a ‘carapace’, which covers most of their body, except for their head and four flippers.

Nature

The Delightful Dragonfly

Dragonflies love sunlight living near water, usually by stagnant pools and marshes. Their four large wings have beautiful lace-like pattern of veins, long slender bodies, a huge head and prominent eyes.

Birds

Central Victorian Birds through the lens of Geoff Park

We have been having a lovely time of late looking at and discussing trees and the magnificent patterns they create in such a variety of way. I was reminded by The Keeper of the remarkable bird photography and posts Geoff Park from Central Victoria creates.

Nature

Tree Patterns and More

As I walk my dog Indy each day I can't stop marvelling at the patterns around me. Let's look into the intricate patterns made by our glorious trees that help enhance our neighbourhoods.

Nature

Reflecting on Mother Nature's Patterns: Coast

Recently I have been showcasing and discussing patterns in paintings and needlework. And so this is an opportune moment to remind ourselves that the greatest pattern maker is Mother Nature.

Floristry

The Art of Bloom – NGV

Today we look at a unique art installation at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Floral creatives were asked to each interpret a chosen artwork held by the NGV - in flowers! Image: Julie's photo/NGV

Mining

The Cullinan Diamond – The art of Mother Nature

In preparation for the coronation of Charles III, we take a look at the history of the Cullinan Diamond and the principal stones cut from it, which are part of the Crown Jewels. Image: Public Domain

Photography

Maits Rest - Otway Ranges

Maits Rest is a stunning, yet easy 30-minute loop walk through one of the few patches of temperate rainforest within the Otway Ranges not far from Apollo Bay. Authors own photo.

Photography

The Great Ocean Road

Cavernous caves formed along the Great Ocean Road in the soft rock and eventually became majestic arches framing the sea. The surf and storms were relentless and eventually, the arches collapsed to make the towering stacks we see today soaring up to 45 meters in height.

Nature

Reflecting on Near Natural Sculptures

What an interesting sculpture can be created if humans combine to work with Mother Nature.

Nature

Magnificent 'Aurora Australis'

There was a particularly spectacular light version of the The Northern Lights in the southern hemisphere on 27th February 2023. Come with us to watch this phenomenon in a time lapse video.... Image: Unsplash

Installation Art

Patrick Dougherty – the stick sculptor!

Today we meet an installation artist making large sculptures with a difference, using leftover sapling branches! Image: Chicago Botanic Garden.

Patterns

Jon Foreman- Land Artist

Today we meet Jon Foreman, a land artist in Wales, UK, who makes ephemeral patterns using just the materials that nature provides. Image: https://sculpttheworld.smugmug.com/

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The hop culture of Kent

Today we learn a little about "going hopping" in preparation for viewing and appreciating Jyll Bradley's installation "The Hop" now on display at the Hayward Gallery, Southbank Centre, London.

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