Flower Conservatory

I have been enjoying my time in Seattle so much.
Cooler temperatures, greenery, and beautiful flowers are just a few of the wonderful things here!
The following photos are from our visit to the Flower Conservatory at Volunteer Park.
Such beauty here, I just had to share it with you! 



















Peace, tranquility and love,

Becca

Comments

TexWisGirl said…
that's a beautiful place. (i love that bell!)
June 25, 2011 at 6:04 PM
Ashley Sisk said…
So many beautiful captures.
June 25, 2011 at 7:30 PM
Lisa Gordon said…
Absolutely gorgeous Becca!!
Hope you are having a wonderful weekend.
June 25, 2011 at 7:59 PM
ELK said…
i enjoyed this series so much ..you are so talented ... the flowers reach for your camera it seems!!
June 25, 2011 at 8:23 PM
God's Little People said…
Oh my what a place! And your images are amazing - such vivid colors. Thank you very much for sharing - that was a real cool breather from the extreme heat we're having here.
xo
June 26, 2011 at 4:28 AM
Diane said…
VERY...VERY..COOL photos!! I'm envious!
:)
June 26, 2011 at 4:43 AM
andrea creates said…
looks beautiful!
i love the fuchsias :)
June 26, 2011 at 5:23 AM
Unknown said…
Such beautiful photos.. So glad you are enjoying yourself..

Hugs, Linda
June 26, 2011 at 2:31 PM
Anonymous said…
That orchid is spectacular and I hope you brought that bell home, wow, is that gorgeous! Seattle has so many great open spaces and parks to explore. Thanks for sharing. xox Corrine
June 26, 2011 at 3:44 PM
A Garden of Threads said…
Gorgeous photos. What a wonderful place to visit. Thank you for sharing. Have a wonderful week.
June 26, 2011 at 5:05 PM
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
OH these are beautiful, Becca! I can see why you love it so there! Enjoy!!
June 26, 2011 at 9:26 PM
Tracy said…
THANK YOU, Becca... all so deliciously BEAUTIFUL! Loving every moment... especially loving how those aqua blue petals of hydrangea seem almost like waves... Happy Days ((HUGS))
June 27, 2011 at 10:44 AM
Rosie Grey said…
Oh, what beautiful flowers! Isn't this just the best time of the year with so many different flowers all giving their best! :-)
June 27, 2011 at 11:53 AM
ain't for city gals said…
Lucky girl....to be out of this heat!..next year for me!
June 27, 2011 at 1:28 PM
Pamela said…
Beautiful Becca !
I love green houses. Back home by the Falls is the famous Niagara Parks greenhouse visited by millions every year. Anyways it was always an Easter tradition after our big family dinner to go there to walk among the flowers. A nice break from the cold winter!
Glad you are having a great time!
Pamela xo
June 27, 2011 at 5:33 PM
lilylovekin said…
Beautiful photos. It is always so good to come here and see what wonderful shots you have taken. It inspires me to get out there with my camera and shoot away-thank goodness for digital.
June 28, 2011 at 7:56 AM
Unknown said…
It looks like a beautiful day! I have not been to Volunteer Park. It looks beautiful! Enjoy the rest of your stay!!!

Hugs, kimmie
June 29, 2011 at 6:56 AM
Catherine said…
Beautiful Becca! What a terrific place to spend some time in. It reminds me of the one in Calgary. I bet it smelled good in there!

Have a terrific weekend Becca!
xo Catherine
June 30, 2011 at 4:21 AM
Georgianna said…
I love that place! But I don't think I've ever photographed it in as much depth as you have. Really wonderful images, Becca. Next time you come we'll meet up for sure. xo – g
July 1, 2011 at 9:54 PM
Justine said…
oh these are fantastic! what glorious colours in every shot.
July 2, 2011 at 10:18 AM
Sy said…
these are so pretty
July 2, 2011 at 1:52 PM
christina said…
oh my friend. how beautiful this is. you made my morning.
xoxo
July 5, 2011 at 10:14 AM
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