Fallen Leaves
by Bruce Bley
Title
Fallen Leaves
Artist
Bruce Bley
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
I was walking though the Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford, Illinois when I came upon this small stream and noticed a small waterfall flowing over a large rock. Fallen leaves where making their way down the stream and would go over the falls resting in the pool of water under the waterfall. It was a sign that the beauty of autumn was ending and winter is just around the corner.
The Anderson gardens were established in 1978 by John R. Anderson and landscape architect Hoichi Kurisu on the site of Anderson's home. They were inspired by Anderson's trips to Japan, and particularly his visit to the Portland Japanese Garden in Washington Park, Portland, Oregon, which were also designed by Kurisu.
In 1992, John Anderson was recognized for his outstanding work in promoting international friendship and mutual understanding between the United States and Japan with a commemorative silver cup from the Japanese government. Educational programs at the Anderson Gardens cover the language, arts, and culture of Japan, and the Gardens host formal tea ceremonies, ikebana and calligraphy demonstrations, bonsai displays, and feature programs for students and adults. Anderson Japanese Gardens hosts an annual Opening Day Celebration and Japanese Summer Festival, featuring celebrations of Japanese culture. In 1998, Mr. and Mrs. Anderson donated the gardens to a nonprofit organization.
In 2004 the gardens were named finest Japanese garden in North America by the Journal of Japanese Gardening.
I hope you have enjoyed this work and will share it with others, You can see more of my work on my homepage in the various galleries I have created. Thank you for visiting and please come back.
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October 30th, 2015
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Comments (25)
Marsha Heiken
Bruce,this is a gorgousFall photo. So refreshing! I see why you liked the photo. I Love it! Marsha!!!!!!! f/l
Laurel Adams
Ah.....This image takes my breath away with its sheer magic and beauty! It makes me want to pause, contemplate...and find my brushes!! L/F
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Laurel. I am glad you enjoyed this work. Thank you for visting.
Bruce Bley
Nader, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Fine Arts Professionals. I appreciate the honor.
Al Brown
This shot has an air of fantasy and mystery, the abstract an colorful affect of the surrounding elements is very eye catching!!
Brian Commerford
Bruce, An exceptionally rich and colorful picture. The action element of the water and leaves , takes it over the top !
Sharon Nelson-Bianco
Hi Bruce, wonderful Fall scene. The lighting is spectacular! Love this image. Best regards, Sharon
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Sharon. I truly appreciate it and I am glad you enjoyed this work.
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Bruce Bley replied:
John, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Images That Excite You". Thank you for the honor and support.
Bruce Bley
Jeff, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "Pleasing The Eye". Thank you for the honor and your support.
Roger Passman
Your glorious image is featured by Exploring Illinois. Congratulations Bruce!
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Exploring Illinois", Roger. I sincerely appreciate the honor.
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