We were here on July 16th, 2024, but because of the high heat and humidity, we didn't get to see but a very few of the pieces from the Garden of Glass Flowers Exhibit. You can read about that at this link.
Next is information on the artist who made them all. You can enlarge each photo for an easier read. In fact, all the photos can be enlarged if you would like to see more detail.
I saw more sculptures than I had thought. Firstly, there was something over the entrance of the gate, a pretty blue glass display, but I missed the info...
and my photos don't give any of these the justice they deserve. As mentioned in this post, we were in the middle of a heatwave. I found myself rushing through, not giving much thought to how I was taking my pictures, and finally we gave up. But, I think it will give you an inkling.
For the next one I read online that this was made in 2021 by Mr. Smith.
It was inspired by the original celluloid hollyhocks used in the production of the "Wizard of Oz" which he saw during a backstage tour at Disney World.
Glass Wisteria overhanging one of our favorite sitting areas.
We are near the pink house shown in my previous post.
Daffodils
Lily of the Valley
Placed in the middle a produce garden where they were growing cucumber, kohlrabi, squash and leeks, there are glass anthuriums.
That's all the glass pieces for now. I am hoping we will be back but will pick a day when we can walk around the whole garden. With August being the hottest month of the year normally, our next visit may not be until September. We will have to keep an eye on the weather forecast.
I have other photos from the garden, and also inside another gift shop in the museum. Another browsing session which was enjoyable. I will share them soon.
Thanks for stopping by and
I hope you are all having a great week.
Your sign-off is so pretty today. Wow, for someone who was rushing, you did an excellent job!!! These are amazing. My favorites are the Hollyhocks and the lily of the valley. Each one is a wonderful surprise, like opening a present.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ginny, I was very happy how it turned out :) Two lovely glass exhibits you mentioned :)
DeleteWhat beautiful work - in surroundings that show them off at their best. Thank you for braving the heat and humidity. I do hope the weather is kind and you can get back to see the rest.
ReplyDeleteYou are very welcome Sue and thank you, we will get back as soon as we can. From what I saw I loved each piece and look forward to seeing more eventually :)
DeleteAll the glass art looks so beautiful! Can't even pick a favourite...love them all!
ReplyDeleteHappy you enjoyed them all, thank you Angie :)
DeleteWhat a collection. Never seen glass anthurium before.
ReplyDeleteThe glass anthuriums were new to me also. Thank you Haddock :)
DeleteWell I never thought I would see anything like this Denise, just gorgeous and what a delight to see. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
You are very welcome Margaret, and I am happy you enjoyed them. You take care also :)
DeleteWow, these are amazing. I love them all. I would have loved to have seen these in person.
ReplyDeleteI found them amazing also, and so glad you loved each one. Thank you Ann :)
DeleteI enjoy the wisteria the best
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful roentare, thank you :)
DeleteLooks interesting. Make sure you go back when it’s cooler! Heat is inescapable, but on the coldest day I can dress for the weather and stay warm. I am looking forward to the first frost.
ReplyDeleteThank you David and yes, I find myself looking forward to the first frost about this time of the year :) I will definitely go back when it is cooler.
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ReplyDeleteThe glass art is beautiful, I love all the glass flowers.
Take care, have a great day!
Thank you Eileen, I agree with you. You take care and have a great day also :)
Deletewow wow wow! love them all. If you will buy me the holly hocks for my living room, I will pay for the shipping.😉😉 the glass fits so well in the garden, they look like nature and are gorgeous
ReplyDeleteI'd like to buy me the holly hocks for my living room, and with that bottomless check book I don't have I will buy them for us both, lol! They certainly add a lot of charm to the garden, and it is beautiful there even without. Thanks Sandra :)
DeleteThis is such lovely work. Working in glass requires speed and dexterity, I think.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, and it would be wonderful to see the process. Thank you Janice :)
DeleteThe are beautiful. Our small suburb (Olathe, KS) has 3 glass art sculptures that are a permanent part of the city's landscaping. With our occasional hail storms, I'm trying to figure out how that glass will hold up. Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteGosh, I can't imagine a hailstorm on those beautiful pieces! I wonder if they are tempered glass, but even so. I would love to see those 3 you have out there. Thanks LInda :)
DeleteDenise the glass work was absolutely beautiful. The archway in the beginning gave you a hint of what was to come. Each gorgeous
ReplyDeleteHugs cecilia
So glad you enjoyed them Cecilia :) I thought the same thing. Thank you and sending hugs :)
DeleteThere is nothing better than glass sculptures in a garden. You found some great works.
ReplyDeleteThanks Yogi, I totally agree :)
DeleteOutstanding sculptures! The wonderful art that humans can make with their hands always amazes me.
ReplyDeleteI have often been amazed at the talent people have and am so grateful they share it with all of us :) Thank you Gigi!
DeleteBig wow on many levels -- and a local to Lansing tie-in, too. For many years, before he moved up north to Charlevoix (about 40 miles from the cottage) he lived and worked in my city of Lansing, MI and had quite the reputation. He was very generous with donations when I was at the TV station and also did a show/sale for our Friends of Theatre group. I didn't realize he was doing the kinds of installations you shared and oh, how I would love to see it! This post is an extra treat for me today!
ReplyDeleteI thoroughly enjoyed your comment Jeanie and thank you so much for sharing. What a wonderful human being :) Always good to hear.
DeleteThese are simply glorious! Eye candy, a sight for sore eyes, and lungs, and... pfft.
ReplyDeleteVery happy you think so Jenn, glad you enjoyed :) Hope you and JB are feeling better today.
DeleteI so would love to see all these in person...they are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you wholeheartedly rose, thank you :)
DeleteThe sculptures you were able to see are really wonderful. You got some great photos.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ellen, considering the circumstances I was happy I got these :)
DeleteThis is lovely.
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated Christine, thank you :)
DeleteWhat a talented artist! I can't imagine the hours that were spent making these very special arrangements. The lily of the valley is stunning and the wisteria blooms are as well! I like them all. Such a special display.
ReplyDeleteIt really would be fun to see one of these made. thank you Martha Ellen. I am eager to get back and see the rest :)
DeleteBeautiful glass art - I would worry about breaking them in my yard.
ReplyDeleteThanks Carol and I would definitely be worried if they were in my yard, lol!
DeleteMuy lindas y diferentes. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteEstoy de acuerdo contigo, son muy diferentes. Muchas gracias. Te mando un beso.
DeleteYes I believe so Linda, a lot of thought must go into their placement. Thank so much :)
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful, and I'm surprised they have the glass exhibit outdoors. I guess it must be some kind of sturdy glass that does not break easily. Hoping to go visit the exhibit soon.
ReplyDeleteHello Sandra :) it must be made very sturdy. I wondered if the glass was tempered. The heat was too much for me but I will look forward to it in the middle of September perhaps.
DeleteOoooo, I like that pretty blue glass display over the entrance. The glass wysteria is very pretty too. There's just something about blue that is stunning and catches my eye.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
I agree with you Sheri, the color is stunning :)
DeleteThese are all amazing. I love the hollyhocks but really they are all incredible. Such amazing talent. Thank you for sharing your photos, Denise.
ReplyDeleteI agree, the talent is phenomenal :) You are very welcome Beverley and thank you!
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