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Two photos of the Old Putnam Railroad bed in the southern end of Van Cortlandt Park. This first photo a bridge than now serves walkers, joggers and mountain bikers is marked "1902" in the foundation.
One knee on the ground.
Un genou à terre.
13 Septembre 2022.
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Ashridge Park, Hertfordshire, UK
The ancient woodlands in Ashridge Park offer spectacular walks on a November afternoon when the low sun lights up the golden hues of the autumn foliage
The park covers an area of over 2000 hectares (about 5000 acres) and spans the borders of the counties of Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. It is located on a chalk ridge of the Chiltern Hills.
Ashridge offers particularly splendid autumn views through the beech trees - in this photo the woodlands near the village of Ringshall (which are also filled with bluebells in Spring).
LocationThe National Trust’s Ashridge Park visitors centre is located at Moneybury Hill, Ringshall, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1LT, England, UK.
UK Map references: OSGB36 SP978125
Links: More details about Ashridge Park and Woodlands are available from the National Trust website.
© 2011 ukgardenphotos
And it's whispered that soon, if we all call the tune,
Then the piper will lead us to reason.
And a new day will dawn for those who stand long,
And the forests will echo with laughter.
I've added more photos of the west side of Van Cortlandt Park to the Van Cortlandt Park Group than I can count but I seldom get over to the east side of the park.
I feel that there is a difference between the east and west side forest. The Parks Dept webpage has one explanation but my feeling is that the Northwest forest seems a bit like it has never been touched while on the eastern side it almost feels like a forest created by people.
This is more like the south east section of the park than the northeast forest. This interior path is across Jerome Avenue from Woodlawn Cemetery, wedged between Jerome Avenue and Mosholu Parkway and just north of the Mosholu Golf Course. But I think it captures the look and feel of the northeast forest.
If there's a bustle in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now,
It's just a spring clean for the May queen.
Yes, there are two paths you can go by, but in the long run
There's still time to change the road you're on.
And it makes me wonder.
Your head is humming and it won't go, in case you don't know,
The piper's calling you to join him,
Dear lady, can you hear the wind blow, and did you know
Your stairway lies on the whispering wind?
Leonardslee Gardens: Woodland Walks
For a few weeks in May of each year, Leonardslee Gardens in West Sussex, UK, erupt into a spectacular display of the most amazing color combinations of flowering rhododendrons and azaleas. The green, wooded valley gardens then turn into a place of vibrant colors and outstanding natural beauty. Filled with the scent of the massed azalea plantings the whole area becomes a forest paradise. Visitors have often described its beauty and tranquility as being like ‘heaven on earth’.
This photograph shows a quiet and reflective scene in the woodland at Leonardslee with yellow azaleas and English Bluebells beneath large Japanese acers.
For many years, tens of thousands of visitors have enjoyed the picture-postcard qualities of this Grade 1 historic garden. Unfortunately, the gardens are now closed to the public as they have been sold to an international businessman.
Details: Leonardslee Gardens is a truly outstanding English landscape garden having a Grade 1 Historic Garden status (English Heritage Register). It covers about 240 acres (97 Hectares) in a wooded valley, contains seven lakes and is extensively planted with azaleas, ancient rhododendrons (some well over 100 years old), acers and camellias - all with a delightful under planting of bluebells in spring.
The great Victorian plant collector, Sir Edmund Loder (who gave his name to the large flowered and scented Loderi Rhododendron Hybrids) purchased the estate in 1889 and planted large numbers of Rhododendrons there. Sir Giles Loder later planted an extensive collection of camellias at Leonardslee. The estate remained in the hands of five generations of the Loder family until 2010 when it was sold to an international businessman. However, the Loder Rhododendron nursery was not sold and is still in business.
Location: Leonardslee Gardens, Lower Beeding, Horsham, West Sussex, England, RH13 6PP, UK. UK Map references: OSGB36 Grid ref:: TQ220259: Map tile ref: TQ22NW40
Links: A more detailed history of Leonardslee Gardens is available on Wikipedia. Leonardslee nursery is still run by Chris Loder and his website contains useful information on Rhododendron Loderi, its varieties and hybrids.
© 2011 ukgardenphotos
French Mountains’ Ridge (massive dunes). The French Mountains’ precincts in Sierakow Commune are covered with a uniform pine forest. The red biking trail on my left (running parallel to the ridge) from Lichwin to Mud (Blota) by Plawiska is suitable for leisurely cycling. From here I got finally to the springs in Forest Stream Valley (Napoleonic Track) following the mountain range and coppices near a forest observation tower. It was too cloudy for visiting the Tower ‘Springs’ during that day.
Young mixed deciduous trees, yellow birch, red maple, form a shady canopy for a path to Arkon Lake. As seen in Frontenac Provincial Park, north of Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Concrete Fire Lookout Tower in the Notecka Forest (Dostrzegalnia ppoz. at an elevation of 89 meters above sea level). A forest viewpoint in French Mountains stands on the highest dune hill in Sierakow Commune. There are teaching points and an attractive picnic place on which the wooden forest look-out stood in the past. The fire-control observation point ‘Springs / Zdroje’ equipped with a telescope is 32 m tall and the platform for tourists located at 25 meters. One stopping place is well located on the nearby Napoleonic Track, the Lichwin-Blota red biking trail.
Pathways like this run from each of the gates of within the ancient city of Angkor Thom, representing the 4 cardinal points, towards the temple of Bayon.
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The forest floor is carpeted with Western Sword Fern (Polystichum munitum) and Redwood Sorrel (Oxalis oregona) that grow profusely in the dense shade of these magnificent giant California Redwood trees (Sequoia sempervirens). The sorrel plants prefer shade so much that on the rare occasion when full sunlight strikes them directly they fold downwards and close like an umbrella, their heart shaped leaves kept close against the stem.
Dolly and Lilith's Spring Flower Path Kit at April's Fameshed. Ready landscaped with pretty Cherry blossom trees, pink petunias, bunchberry, grass and rocks
Ashridge Park, Hertfordshire, UK
The ancient woodlands in Ashridge Park offer spectacular walks on a November afternoon when the low sun lights up the golden hues of the autumn foliage
The park covers an area of over 2000 hectares (about 5000 acres) and spans the borders of the counties of Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. It is located on a chalk ridge of the Chiltern Hills.
Ashridge offers particularly splendid autumn views through the beech trees which cover the outer slopes of the park looking towards the picturesque village of Aldbury.
LocationThe National Trust’s Ashridge Park visitors centre is located at Moneybury Hill, Ringshall, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1LT, England, UK.
UK Map references: OSGB36 SP978125
Links: More details about Ashridge Park and Woodlands are available from the National Trust website.
© 2011 ukgardenphotos
The wildflowers are everywhere right now. They add adventure and excitement to every outing.
Photo taken with the Olympus OM-D E-M1 and M.Zuiko 40-150mm f/2.8 Pro handheld at 40mm.
A quiet forest road stretches into the distance, bordered by tall pine trees whose long shadows fall gently across the asphalt. The scene captures the calm beauty of nature, where sunlight filters softly through the branches and the path invites a peaceful, unhurried walk.
A solitary biker in a bright yellow jacket follows a leaf-covered path deep into the autumn woodland of the Arboretum near Obermayr School, Germany.
Towering trees form a magnificent natural canopy, their foliage glowing in shades of gold, amber and lingering green. Fallen leaves carpet the forest floor, while the winding path disappears into the distance, inviting the viewer to explore what lies beyond.
The tiny figure beneath the immense trees brings a sense of scale and solitude to the scene. A peaceful moment celebrating the beauty of autumn and the simple pleasure of walking through nature.
A beautifully composed full-length portrait of a female archer standing confidently along a quiet woodland trail, surrounded by dense green foliage and the natural textures of the forest floor. The setting creates an immersive outdoor atmosphere, with the rich greens of the trees and brush forming a dramatic backdrop that perfectly complements the elegance of the subject’s white dress and the warm wood tones of the traditional recurve bow.
The image captures both strength and grace. The archer’s poised stance, with one leg forward and the bow held firmly in hand, creates a powerful visual line that draws the eye through the composition. The contrast between the flowing white dress and the rugged natural environment gives the portrait a timeless, almost storybook quality, evoking themes of adventure, fantasy, and classical woodland hunting scenes.
The traditional recurve bow and yellow-fletched arrows add striking visual detail and reinforce the authentic archery theme. The earthy tones of the bow’s wooden riser blend naturally with the forest surroundings, while the bright yellow arrow fletching adds a vibrant accent that helps the subject stand out against the greenery.
A standout feature of this portrait is the custom leather craftsmanship. The leather archery glove, quiver, and arm guard were all made entirely from scratch by the photographer using tanned leather, bringing a unique handcrafted and highly personal element to the image. These pieces were carefully designed and built to not only function as real archery equipment but also to enhance the artistic storytelling of the portrait.
The handmade leather gear adds authenticity and artisan detail, making the portrait feel cinematic and immersive. The custom arm guard, fitted glove, and quiver contribute rich texture and craftsmanship, elevating the image beyond a standard portrait into a carefully constructed visual narrative. This handmade work reflects the photographer’s dedication to both the art of portrait photography and the traditional craft of leatherworking.
This image works beautifully within themes of traditional archery, handcrafted gear, woodland portraiture, fantasy styling, artisan-made accessories, and outdoor storytelling photography. The combination of elegance, strength, and handcrafted detail makes it ideal for fine art portrait collections, archery galleries, and nature-based fashion imagery.