The Magic of Monet's Garden: His Planting Plans and Colour Harmonies- By Derek Fell
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In The Magic of Monet's Garden, Fell reveals Monet's breathtaking color harmonies and describes how the artist "painted" his living masterpiece. He guides the reader on how to scale down Monet's ideas for the home garden, with attention to:
- Understanding the laws of colors
- Building color harmonies
- Creating innovative combinations
- Recognizing the power of monochromatic plantings
- Using black in the garden
- Working with structure and form
- Building rhythm and surprise
- Capitalizing on sunlight and shadow
- Incorporating water features
- Attracting birds and butterflies.
With 175 color photographs and illustrations and a dozen detailed planting plans, The Magic of Monet's Garden will inspire and instruct home gardeners to create their own versions of Giverny.
Hardcover/Very Good