Category Archives: Technology

ShadeMap – Simulate sun shadows for any time and place on Earth [Shared]

Posted on by

ShadeMap - Simulate sun shadows for any time and place on Earth [Shared]

See the shade produced by mountains or buildings at any location and any time of year. Great for garden planning!

ShadeMap – Simulate sun shadows for any time and place on Earth

Related posts:

Geranium maderense (Cranesbill) From the 2022 Mary Lou Heard Memorial Garden Tour via Instagram [Photography] Default ThumbnailPrickly Pear Fruit/ Fico d’India at Parco dell’Etna [Photo] Root System Drawings – Wageningen University & Research – Image Collections [Shared] Coleus Kong “Salmon Pink” via Instagram Fire-Resistant Landscaping via California Native Plant Society

Ash Leaves Faux Cyanotype [Photography]

Posted on by

Some leaves from our large Ash tree in the back garden. I have digitally turned this photograph into a faux cyanotype. I have made true cyanotypes in the past, but have been trying out various methods of applying them to existing photos. – Douglas

Ash Faux Cyanotype

Here are the steps I used in a current version of Photoshop (but you can probably duplicate them using your own favorite tools:

Create a Cyanotype look in Photoshop

  • Open subject file (leaves, etc.)
  • Switch to Greyscale
  • Remove background
  • Invert Image
  • Convert to Color
  • Create background layer
  • Fill with cyanotype color
  • Set subject layer to Hard Light (to take on the color of the background
  • Filter, Add Noise… to give some grain to the background or use texture file.

Find a variety of books about cyanotypes

Find supplies for making traditional cyanotypes

Related posts:

Video: In the garden…Sunnylands Center & Gardens in Rancho Mirage, California Abutilon Flowers In the garden this morning via Instagram Default ThumbnailI Like This – August 25, 2011 Default ThumbnailAzalea blooms Default ThumbnailBeautiful Leaves via Instagram [Photo]

Emptying the 3D Printed Propagator via TikTok [Video]

Posted on by
@douglaswelch

Emptying the 3D Printed Propagator – A Gardener’s Notebook ##propagation ##plants ##garden ##gardening ##mums ##grow ##free ##nature ##outdoors

♬ original sound – Douglas E. Welch


Emptying the 3D Printed Propagator


Read more about gardening with these books

* A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs
** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check it out!
† Available from the LA Public Library

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Related posts:

New zucchini transplant in the garden via Instagram Locust tree in Spring via TikTok [Video] Vintage Botanical Prints – 47 in a series – Alcea fyriaca (Hollyhock) from Nederlandsch bloemwerk (1794) Pomegranate in the garden via Instagram In the garden: Lady Bank’s Rose via Instagram and TikTok

3D Printed Propagator Trial via TikTok [Video]

Posted on by
@douglaswelch

3D Printed Propagator Trial ##plants ##grow ##nature ##3d ##3dprinting ###garden ##gardening ##trial ##test

♬ Taste It – Ikson

3D Printed Propagator Trial via TikTok [Video]

You can download this propagator, and print it yourself, here on Thingiverse


Read more about gardening with these books

* A portion of each sale from Amazon.com directly supports our blogs
** Many of these books may be available from your local library. Check it out!
† Available from the LA Public Library

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Related posts:

New growth in the raised beds via TikTok [Video] Locust tree in Spring via TikTok [Video] Hibiscus flowers for the neighbors via TikTok [Video] Hibiscus putting on a show in the garden via TikTok [Video] More azaleas — reaching their peak bloom via TikTok [Video]

7 apps to keep your plants alive and well via Mashable!

Posted on by

Yellowing leaves, brown tips, dry fronds. Whenever a plant displays its first signs of sickness, I immediately start to think what I might have done wrong. 

Did I give my plant root rot by overwatering it? No, I’m probably under-watering it. Wait, maybe it’s just due for a re-pot, or does it just need a little more shade?

Plants have different needs, and react to sunlight, water, and fertilizer in a variety of ways. Learn about their needs, and you might be able to stop the damage in time. Use a little extra TLC, and they might even flourish.

Not sure where to start? Here are eight apps to help you figure out what your plants need and how you can nurture them. 

Read 7 apps to keep your plants alive and well via Mashable!

An interesting link found among my daily reading

Related posts:

Historical Seed Catalogs – 70 in a series – American farmers’ manual by Peter Henderson & Co. (1904) Captivating Cactus and Striking Succulents – 40 in a series – Cactus is a succulent but succulent isn’t a cactus!!! via Partly Sunny Projects on TikTok [Video] Default ThumbnailIf You’re New To Gardening, Start By Planting These 10 Plants via BuzzFeed Noted: 10 Great US Gardens via Gardening Journal on Flipboard Default Thumbnail“Everything Fades” Totes, cases, covers, cards, clothing and more! Order from Douglas E. Welch via Instagram [Photo]

MudPi – Automated Garden System With the Raspberry Pi via Adafruit Industries

Posted on by
Grow the produce you love with less water, time and effort
A scalable smart garden system that allows you to maintain controls, monitor conditions, and sustainably manage resources of your garden.
MudPi is made to install on top of your existing irrigation. This way you’re not locked to any specific method or vendor. The main controller unit is capable of regulating water with pumps or controlled valves. It follows schedules and parameters you specify such as desired soil moisture can control when to water your plants. Sensors are polled periodically for recent values that can be stored. You get notifications of garden conditions and alerts of anything important.
Read MudPi – Automated Garden System With the Raspberry Pi


An interesting link found among my daily reading

Related posts:

Default Thumbnail10 DIY Compost Bin Ideas That Take Gardening To A New Level via Home Decorating Trends – Homedit Default Thumbnail28 Cheap And Clever DIYs For Anyone Who Raises Chickens via BuzzFeed Default ThumbnailMaster Gardeners Offer Tips As People Plant Pandemic Patches via Urban Organic Gardener Default ThumbnailHow to Plant, Grow and Care for Dahlias via Midwest Living Default Thumbnailr/gardening – Hugelkultur in progress via reddit

Brighten Your Days With These Rudbeckia Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Posted on by

Brighten Your Days With These Rudbeckia Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Brighten Your Days With These Rudbeckia Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Includes throw blankets, duvet covers, pillows, hoodies, tees, and much more!

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/232

 

Floor Pillow

  • Vibrant double-sided print floor pillows are a versatile seating or lounging option that will update any room
  • Independent designs, custom printed when you order
  • Durable 100% spun polyester cushion cover – fills must be purchased separately for this floor pillow
  • Concealed zip opening for a clean look and easy care
  • Note: Some designs are not available in all sizes.
  • We recommend using inserts/fills that are bigger than the covers to ensure a plump finish

Follow me on Redbubble
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/follow

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto  

Related posts:

Japanese Garden 5, Cal Poly Pomona Orchids In The Sun via My Instagram Historical Garden Books: Paxton’s magazine of botany, and register of flowering plants (1834) – 41 in a Series A Gardener’s Notebook: The Guilty Gardener  – 3 in a series – Galvanized pipe doesn’t last forever Interesting Plant: Clematis x cartmanii ‘Avalanche’ (White Evergreen Clematis)

Golden Poppy Totes and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Posted on by

Golden Poppy Totes and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Includes shower curtains, throw blankets, pillows, tops, tees, iPhone cases and much more!

50+ Products and Over 200 Designs

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/209

Tote Bag Features

  • Selected design printed on both sides
  • Super strong 1 inch (2.5cm) wide cotton shoulder strap
  • Soft yet hard wearing 100% spun polyester poplin fabric
  • Gentle machine wash

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto

Related posts:

Japanese Garden 5, Cal Poly Pomona Orchids In The Sun via My Instagram Bring Spring Back With These Sakura Floor Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale] Get these Shining Brightly Products Exclusively From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale] 20% OFF All Everything Today! – Yellow Dahlia Tops, Cases, Totes and More!

Bring Spring Back With These Sakura Floor Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Posted on by

Bring Spring Back With These Sakura Floor Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography

Bring Spring Back With These Sakura Floor Pillows and More From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale]

Includes shower curtains, throw blankets, pillows, tops, tees, iPhone cases and much more!

50+ Products and Over 200 Designs

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/208

Floor Pillow Features

  • Vibrant double-sided print floor pillows are a versatile seating or lounging option that will update any room
  • Independent designs, custom printed when you order
  • Durable 100% spun polyester cushion cover – fills must be purchased separately for this floor pillow
  • Concealed zip opening for a clean look and easy care
  • Note: Some designs are not available in all sizes.
  • We recommend using inserts/fills that are bigger than the covers to ensure a plump finish

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

 

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto  

Related posts:

Orchids In The Sun via My Instagram Get these Shining Brightly Products Exclusively From Douglas E. Welch Design and Photography [For Sale] Default ThumbnailGet these Cactus Garden Totes, Laptop Sleeves, Mugs, iPhone Cases and More! Interesting Plant: Clematis x cartmanii ‘Avalanche’ (White Evergreen Clematis) Default ThumbnailGarden Decor: Bring Light and Movement to the Garden with a DIY Wind Spinner via Garden Therapy

NEW DESIGN! – A Ladybug Sleeps — Get This Lovely Ladybug on Floor Pillows, Totes, Phone Cases And More! [For Sale]

Posted on by

NEW DESIGN! - A Ladybug Sleeps -- Get This Lovely Ladybug on Floor Pillows, Totes, Phone Cases And More! [For Sale]

NEW DESIGN! – A Ladybug Sleeps

Get This Lovely Ladybug on Floor Pillows, Totes, Phone Cases And More!

All photos taken by me and originally shared on Instagram at @douglaswelch

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/190

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto  

Instagram

Related posts:

Default ThumbnailNew A Gardener’s Notebook Instagram Account! A Gardener’s Notebook: The Guilty Gardener  – 3 in a series – Galvanized pipe doesn’t last forever White Tulip Closeup via My Instagram Lily — via My Instagram Default ThumbnailGarden Decor: Bring Light and Movement to the Garden with a DIY Wind Spinner via Garden Therapy