Many Rooms
Usually I paint nature scenes in a more or less realistic style. I have done only a few abstracts, and often I give up not knowing where to go with it. I started this by playing with shapes, and it became an architectural image.
The Catalpa Tree in Katzell Grove
This Northern Catalpa is now in glorious full bloom on the path through Katzell Grove. The blossoms rival in abundance and showiness those of the Horse Chestnut.
Late May in the Meadow
In the last week in May the meadows on either side of Estaugh Way were lined with pretty blue flowers atop knee-high stalks. This species, a variety of Tradescantia, was introduced within staked areas last year.
Tulip trees in bloom
The American tulip tree, also known as yellow-poplar, is easily the tallest hardwood in our Eastern forests. This tree is common along our forested trails, indeed one area, opposite Camp Dark Waters is designated “Tulip Tree Grove”. But the elegant blossoms that give this tree its name are rarely visible. On the forested trails fallen petals can often be found, but the understory of smaller trees usually obscures the source high above them.
Early spring meadow, May 2021
A week after the 40th Anniversary celebration of the Barton Arboretum, I took a walk on R8 through the main East meadow. The most prominent plants in sight were the wild yellow mustards. But the main treat of the day was an extensive patch of small blue flowers off the path toward the silo.
Fiftieth Anniversary Fireworks
This year is the 50th anniversary of Medford Leas and the 40th anniversary of the Barton Arboretum. As part of the celebration of both anniversaries, which included residents gathering outside to enjoy and toast the Arboretum, a special display of fireworks capped off the evening.