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Artist Creates Gorgeous Animal Images Using Thousands of Nature Photos in Spectacular Unison

Photographic illustrator Josh Dykgraaf is completely reimagining wildlife photography by digitally combining animals and landscapes—fused together as one—to create something spectacular and unique. Inspired by objects and scenery found in nature, as well as animal photography, his digital series “Terraform” invites viewers to contemplate some of the wondrous patterns in nature which, when combined, resonate…


Artist Creates Stunning Animal Images Using Thousands of Nature Photos Combined Together

Photographic illustrator Josh Dykgraaf is completely reimagining wildlife photography by digitally combining animals and landscapes—fused together as one—to create something entirely unique. Inspired by objects and scenery found in nature, as well as animal photography, his digital series “Terraform” invites viewers to contemplate some of the wondrous patterns in nature which, when combined, resonate with…


Edibles You Can Easily Add to Your Garden

When planning your garden, the major considerations include the following: location, space limitations, containers, and aesthetics. Now that people are finding ways to grow their own herbs and veggies, whether for health or personal reasons, usually that means more pots, more space needed, and more time spent tending the garden. Don’t compromise between flowers and…


Pastry Chef Turns Cakes Into Art With Photorealistic Bouquets of Buttercream Flowers

A South Korean pastry chef with an eye for photorealism is taking the internet by storm with her blooming creations. Transforming plain iced cakes with skilfully piped colorful bouquets of flowers, the buttercream petals look like they are straight out of a florist’s window display. Moreover, they’re not only visually stunning, they’re edible, too. Seoul-based…


Step Into Spring

With flowers in bloom and spring in the air, it is time to brighten many aspects of our lives, especially our homes. So fold up the heavy blankets, change those flannel sheets, and lighten your proverbial load with brighter spring decor. Seek the beauty of nature and integrate it into your home. It’s time to…


A Drive Through the Fresno County Blossom Trail

FRESNO, Calif.—The Fresno County Blossom Trail is home to acres of fruit tree blossoms. It attracts around 30,000 visitors over a three-week period. People can go on a self-guided tour drive around the 60-plus-mile loop to view a variety of blooming trees, free of charge. Plum, apple, citrus, and almond trees have white flowers, while…


Award-Winning Roses for Your Garden

The American Garden Rose Selection (AGRS) judges have announced the newest roses to be selected in the testing program. This was a bountiful year. There are six new winners. There have only been 22 in the previous seven years. The AGRS program is the replacement of the All-America Rose Selection (AARS) program that ran from…


‘Random Acts of Flowers’ Brings Smiles to Patients

In a hectic world, small acts of kindness can make a significant impact on people’s lives. For Larsen Jay of Knoxville, Tennessee, it was after a traumatic accident that he discovered the healing power of flowers. One summer day in 2007, Jay was working on the roof of his workshop, tarp in hand, trying to…