Blue Surprise
by Bruce Bley
Title
Blue Surprise
Artist
Bruce Bley
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
This is a photograph of a blue waterlily that I took in a small pond at the Chicago Botanical Gardens in Glencoe, Illinois.
the title of this waterlily is Blue Beauty Tropical water lily is a stunning blue star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. It blooms from summer to winter. It has interesting round green folage with brown spotting. It is easy to care for; water lilies dislike moving water. It is annual in colder climates
Blue Beauty Tropical Water Lily features showy fragrant blue cup-shaped flowers with yellow eyes at the ends of the stems from early summer to late fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It's attractive glossy round leaves emerge burgundy in spring, turning dark green in color with distinctive brown spots the rest of the year. The fruit is not ornamentally significant.
The Chicago Botanic Garden traces its origins back to the Chicago Horticultural Society, founded in 1890. With the motto Urbs in Horto, meaning "city in a garden," the Society hosted nationally recognized flower and horticultural shows, its third the World's Columbian Exposition Chrysanthemum Show, held in conjunction with the world's fair in October 1893.
After a period of inactivity, the Chicago Horticultural Society was restarted in 1943. In 1962, its modern history began when the Society agreed to help create and manage a new public garden. With the groundbreaking for the Chicago Botanic Garden in 1965 and its opening in 1972, the Society created a permanent site on which to carry out its mission. The Garden today is an example of a successful public-private partnership. It is owned by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County and operated by the Chicago Horticultural Society.
I hope you have enjoyed this photograph and will share it with others. You can see more of my work on my homepage and in the various galleries and groups that I am a member of. Your comments on my work are greatly appreciated. Thank you for visiting.
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July 27th, 2015
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Comments (46)
Bruce Bley
Meeli, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "The Most Beautiful Wild And All Flowers". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Romuald, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Arts Fantastic World". I truly appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Julie, I am grateful for the feature in the group "Your Story of Art" I appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Kim, Thank you for the feature in the group "Floral Photography and Art". I sincerely appreciate it.
Lindley Johnson
Beautiful color, Bruce - one of my favorite color combinations. L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Lindley. I am glad you enjoyed this work.
LHJB Photography
What an amazing macro Bruce. The colors, details and lighting...superb!
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious compliment, LHJB. I sincerely appreciate it.
Jacqueline Athmann
Surprise & Congratulations!! Your photo has been featured on Flowers Up Close group homepage! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us! F/L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you again for the feature in the group "Flowers Up Close", Jaqueline. You are to kind.
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in The World We See Group :-)
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the feature in the group "The World We See", Robyn. I appreciate the honor and your continued support of my work.
Bruce Bley
David, thank you so much for the feature in the group "Midwest America Photography". I sincerely appreciate it.
Randy Rosenberger
It is a true honor and privilege to FEATURE this creative and wondrous piece of art work on the WFS site, from one of our honored and prestigious members. This awesome piece of beauty is what we are looking for to promote and let others see, including other artists and potential customers, as your works are some of the Best of the Best in my Book! Thanks much for sharing this beauty with us. Liked Forever, Elvis
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for he kind and gracious comment and feature in the group "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery", Randy. As always, I truly appreciate the honor and you continued support of my work.
Lisa Phillips
Beautiful work, Bruce. I have featured your image in the FAA group "Thoughts of Flowers".
Bruce Bley replied:
Lisa, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Thoughts of Flowers". I appreciate the honor.
Jean OKeeffe Macro Abundance Art
Congratulations for the feature of your artwork on the homepage of Greeting Cards For All Occasions 9-18-15!
Bruce Bley replied:
Jean, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Greeting Cards For All Occasions". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Vickie Emms
Congratulations on your promotion in the Water Lilies Flower Discussion in Floral Throw Pillows Group - voted, liked and favorited - Pinned
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind comment and promotions, Vickie. I sincerely appreciate it.
Jeannie Rhode Photography
Bruce, Nice capture of this Beautiful Waterlily with nice color and details. L/V
Sharon Nelson-Bianco
Hi Bruce, this is a stunning shot of the beautiful blue waterlily. Breathtaking. Best regards, Sharon
Brian Tada
Gorgeous capture, Bruce, of this stunning water lily blossom! Love the excellent clarity and rich colors. Beautifully and artistically presented, as are all the wonderful images in your amazing portfolio! L/F
Bruce Bley replied:
Brian, I thank you for the wonderful and insightful comment. I am glad you enjoyed this image and the images in the portfolio. I sincerely appreciate your visit and comments.
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Bruce Bley replied:
John, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Images That Excite You". Thank you for the honor.
Donna Kennedy
WOW!! Bruce this is just so beautiful! One of your very best IMO!...F/T/L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the wonderful compliment and promotions, Donna. I sincerely appreciate it.
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