This vibrant image reveals an early morning garden with crocosmia in full bloom and glorious sunlight filtering through from a nearby pergola. The bright reds and greens are balanced by the calm of Sequim’s quintessential lavender chairs and by the browns and golds of the shade pattern. This beautiful scene feels spiritual to me.

The original photograph was taken at Purple Haze Lavender Farm in July 2024, and this watercolor illustration evolved from that capture. 

Although the scene’s colors are eye-catching and vibrant, the mood speaks of a quiet tranquility, the lighting suggests a calm that invites reflection. Perhaps the day will bring a new path or a new adventure? Possibly this quiet garden-time will remind you of happy times shared with a loved one? Or maybe your best friend will soon arrive for a long-awaited tête-à-tête? 

You are invited — come and sit for a while.

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