This lovely Cornus was a great welcoming sight into Monet's Water Garden.I will let the photos speak for themselves but the colours, textures, reflections and planting make this such an inspiring garden no wonder Monet enjoyed painting there so much.
Yes the dreaded Japanese Knot weed at least that is one invasive plant I have so far avoided in my garden. There is a glimpse of Monet's house in the background. The garden is in a valley with lovely hillsides either side.
The above photograph was taken by Rachel and it is so easy to see why Monet painted in the style he did when looking at this view.
I had to get a photo of me in just to prove I did actually go there.
It started to rain as we neared the end of our walk around Monet's Water Garden but loved these two little boats moored.
As umbrellas unfurled I couldn't resist taking this photo of the bridge with the haziness the rain made the photo I felt it was truly Monet style.
Umbrellas can be useful to keep the rain off the camera whilst still taking photographs although it can be quite a juggling act but this lovely pink Cornus said goodbye to us as we left this lovely garden.I hope you all enjoyed your visit with me. If you look at the post before this you will find links into Monet's garden and a blog link about it.
GORGEOUS Photos!! What an experience, I am so envious of you and your daughter there, what a blessing for you, thanks, Gina
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful Joanne. You really captured it in your photos. I even had to bring Bob in to see how gorgeous it all was! How lucky you are to be able to visit there. Looks like there's a million picture just waiting to be taken! Wonderful - I really enjoyed this.
ReplyDeleteNow I'm really outta here - we got some celebrating to do! 27 years worth!!! ;-)
Hi...I found your blog mentioned on Renee's Reflection. What lovely pictures and what a wonderful way to spend an afternoon!
ReplyDeleteI'll be back.....Mo
So beautiful, little wonder he painted what he did! I think if any of us had such a wonderful garden we'd all be easily inspired.
ReplyDeleteHi Thanks for the comments. Mo it is nice of you to pop by from Renee's blog.
ReplyDeleteYou've written another great post about Giverney. I loved all of the details in the photos of the water, plantings and bridge, especially the classic one of the reflection of the bridge in the pond. You look very happy to be surrounded by all of the wisteria. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful trip. I've always wanted to see the garden.
Oh my gosh! What great photos to see and fill my mind with before going to sleep. How incredibly beautiful. No wonder Monet was inspired to create. Thank you so much for sharing them.
ReplyDeleteFirst time visit to your blog...very nice...the pictures are breath taking! Thank you for sharing them!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great, great garden and wonderful photographs.
ReplyDeletePerfect setting. That water element will cool any angry soul....
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Hi Joanne..such a serene feeling I am feeling within now after this post! Thankyou! Such breathtaking shots..some of the reflections on the water really dazzle me...inspiring beauty..just magical! It is so wonderfu you share all this with us! thanks for adding a sparkle to my wkd!
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Rachel's photo is inspirational - yes, Monet couldn't help but paint the way he did! Thanks so much for giving me a more complete look at Monet's garden. Lucky you to be able to visit!
ReplyDeleteI have drooled over this post for over an hour now ... fabulous photos of an outstanding garden. It's one spot I would love to see one day.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed seeing more of Monet's garden Joanne. Taking photos in the rain is quite a challenge but there are ways and means :)
ReplyDeleteIt's just beautiful there! I loved that greenish bridge and the wisteria! Each picture was full of so much inspiration, I really enjoyed seeing them.
ReplyDeleteTrue inspiration! Thank you Joanne for posting so many pictures, I did enjoy all of them.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that you recovered and that you were able to visit the wonderful Monet's garden. A pity the weather was bad.
ReplyDeleteEach year the garden looks different but the colors are always very well combined and balanced. As I said before I never miss a visit. You must see it when the lilies or roses are blooming. It is enchanting.
Thank you for stopping by my blog and for your kind comments
oooarrrrr what a beautiful garden. thanks so much for sharing with us. Its lovely.
ReplyDeleteJoanne, the smile on your face is lovely. I've always wanted to go there, and your photos made me want to go that much more. Thank you. I have a small picture of the house which a friend brought me years ago. Monet is my favorite Impressionist next to Renoir.~~Dee
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your comments, I am so pleased you enjoyed the garden with me.
ReplyDeleteJoanne I've enjoyed your great photos for both of these posts but if I had to decide, then I think I prefer the water garden. That Pink Cornus is really something but then a wisteria walk bridge is stunning also!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures! I retired last year & went to Paris with my daughter. Giverny is my favorite garden! http://mypaintingroom.blogspot.com/2009/06/monets-water-lily-pond.html
ReplyDeleteDear Joanne, greetings from Giverny! Thank you so very much for the link to my French blog Giverny News. It is so good to feel that so many people love the beauty of Giverny. I also write an English blog giverny-impression.com to share the changes through the seasons. Hope you will be back one day.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ariane for your comments and the link to your blog. It is a long time ago since I visited Giverny but memorable.
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