cheekwood: jaume plensa

i went to cheekwood botanical garden and museum of art a couple weeks ago and was completely blown away.  i had been there once before, last year at the peak of tulip season.  that was fabulous, but i was expecting it to be fabulous in april with all the spring blossoms exploding on the scene. 

in mid july of a blazing hot summer, i wasn't expecting quite as much.  i assumed the flowers would be mostly spent and a little crispy around the edges.  i was so wrong!  the gardens were stunning!  the greenery was so lush and there was a riot or brilliant color scattered across the grounds.

i think i need to research if they offer gardening classes.  they sure know what they're doing.

we got there around 6:00 and stayed till closing at 10:00 (extended hours on thursdays in the summer).  that accounts for the transitioning lighting you'll see in my photos as this post progresses.

also, i was too lazy to lug my camera around, so all these photos were taken with my iphone and then edited in photoshop.  i think my little iphone did a great job.

the main reason we went was to see the band the wannabeatles.  they were 100% delightful.  they played all beatles songs and completely charmed the crowd, kids and adults alike.  i didn't realize how many activities go on at cheekwood throughout the year.  a membership would be totally worth it.

i also thoroughly enjoyed the jaume plensa "human landscape" exhibition that is currently on display.  it is very beautiful and thought provoking.  it will be there through november 1st.  if you're local or visiting, you should definitely look into visiting.  i have a feeling there is always something amazing to see at cheekwood.  i know i need to make a point of going more often.