ART IN THE GARDEN

Sir Harold Hillier Gardens

50/50 Photo and Paint Exhibition
Until the 28th October!
Art In The Garden
http://www3.hants.gov.uk/hilliergardens
Visit the address above for more information


'A garden paradise for every occasion'
A unique exhibition in which photographers and painters work together and take inspiration from each other, Hilliers Gardens colour in the landscape and the world around us.
(info from exhibition handout)

Exhibition opens daily from 10am to 5am
Free Admission
Garden hours, 10-6pm

I came to Gardens today surprised and delighted to find out this wonderful little exhibition was on show and it displays stunning work from many Artists, those of which stood out for me were, Roy Brophy, Sue Holness, Anne Ruffell and Paul Sansome, all were photographers with impressive work. I was fortunate enough to get these snapshots of the exhibition. 

The Paintings on show were equally as beautiful, and if I had the money I would buy several all the pieces here. The skill of both photos and paintings were very inspirational and being an amateur myself in photography makes you admire wildlife, nature and Landscape photography in itself. These genres are a joy to practice in and many people enjoy viewing them also.

I would recommend anyone to go and see this exhibition before it closes on the 28th October, it's a little gem and anyone of any age and interest would enjoy it. 

In it's thirteenth year the gardens of Hillier are showcasing an exciting exhibition of contemporary art and craft that is innovative and spectacular. around 100 sculptures are displayed here all around the garden appearing from the depth of this wonderful garden of unique interest. This years featured artist is Ian Marlow, who's work I have included below, (red flowers). All the artists are either new or established and work in a variety of materials, with them all available for sale. Curated by the Gardens and Underground Art + Design.

Mike Bigland

Hogweed, Stainless Steel

Mike Bigland

Dierama, Stainless Steel

Mike Bigland

Rudbeckia, Stainless Steel

Out of all of Bigland's pieces, this was the one that stood out most, because of its detail in the centre of the flower and how precise the design is. I would love to have one of these in my garden, they are unique and add something creative and interesting to the  surroundings, a bit out of the ordinary shall we say.

Eucalypyus Dalrympleana

Mountain Gum

I made this image particularly because I was fascinated with its appearance and the texture of the tree. The trunk was quite smooth and unusual to feel and it just had the wow factor.

Steve Blaylock

Dragonfly

Ian Marlow
Red Flowers 3



Below is a few of my own images I took on the day, of the beautiful scenery and the plants and flowers around the garden.