Water Lily II
by Ann Johndro-Collins
Title
Water Lily II
Artist
Ann Johndro-Collins
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The water lily, whose scientific name is Nymphaeaceae, is one of the world's most beautiful and recognizable plants. The scientific name, Nympaeceae, is taken from the Greek word nymph. Nymphs were female sprites that lived in springs or other bodies of water. The name "Nympaeceae" fits the water lily perfectly because the lily is only found in bodies of water as well.
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The water lily is the glorious floral topping to the usually frog-laden lily pad. There are two main categories of water lilies: hardy and tropical. The hardy water lily will flower and bloom only in the daylight. The tropical variety will bloom during any time of the day or night.
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Though water lilies look as if they are sprouting from the water, they are actually floating on top of the water with their roots tethered deep into the water-logged soil at the bottom of the lake or pond. Besides being the birth flower for July, the Blue Water Lily is also the celebrated national flower of Sri Lanka, a country off the southeastern coast of India.
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The water lily is an object used repeatedly in the oil paintings of French Impressionist Claude Monet (1840-1926). Monet is widely believed to be the father of the Impressionist movement. His water lily series includes some of his most masterful works.
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March 13th, 2013
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Comments (19)
VIVA Anderson
How very beautiful your vision,these sweet souls,so loving the gentle light.....f.v...VIVA
Ann Johndro-Collins
Many thanks, Vivian, for featuring Water Lily lI in Floral Throw Pillows...I am delighted!!
Ann Johndro-Collins
Thank you so very much, Bruce, for featuring Water Lily II in Comfortable Art 4/6/13...happy!
Alexandra Jordankova
Wonderful image Ann - nicely done! v/f
Ann Johndro-Collins replied:
Thank you so very much, Alexandra, for these lovely words of support...grateful for your vote and favor!
Constantinos Charalampopoulos
Very beautiful photo ! It looks as it has painted by hand !
Ann Johndro-Collins replied:
Grateful to see this sweet compliment, Constantinos...very encouraging words!
Glenna McRae
Beautiful work, Ann! Has a painterly effect with soft colours and composition! V/F
Ann Johndro-Collins replied:
Glenna - I am delighted that you enjoyed this version of Water Lily...sweet words of encouragement...thank you!!
Joan Davis
Beautiful capture! What great colors!
Ann Johndro-Collins replied:
Delighted to see this lovely compliment, Joan...makes my day...many thanks!!
Mary Machare
What a gorgeous lily pad capture! Beautiful detail and color. vf
Ann Johndro-Collins replied:
Thank you so very much, Mary, for this sweet compliment...grateful for your vote and favor!!