Food, Offering, Medicine, Political Symbol: What the Lotus Means in Sri Lanka
“GROWING IN THE mud, and yet so clean, the lotus is a symbol of purity,” writes the Sri Lankan historian Ananda K. Coomaraswamy in his 1913 book “The Arts and Crafts of India & Ceylon.” The lotus pool ...
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One Of Los Angeles' Most Important Cultural Destinations Is An Art And Garden Oasis
Escape the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles with a visit to this 207-acre property in San Marino, California, just ten ...
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Be inspired to transform your garden this fall and winter – with seasonal planting ideas from New York City's High Line
The 2.3km long New York City High Line can teach us many things, not least about the most resilient plants to grow in urban ...
The Lei Makers Reimagining an Ancient Tradition
From left: an open lei with shells, pincushion protea and braided dracaena leaves; a poepoe-style (rounded) carnation lei ...
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How to Paint White Flowers Easy Art Tutorial for All Levels
In this tutorial, I'm sharing a step-by-step guide on painting beautiful white hydrangeas inspired by the blooms in my front yard. I'll walk you through the process of sketching the flowers and vase ...