My Word with Douglas E. Welch

Where is your favorite garden spot? Leave a comment and share!

In the garden… Scene from the Orto Botanico in the Brera District of Milan

A couple finds respite in the cool shade of the garden on a hot Summer day. We did the same. After walking through the garden we found a bench and just enjoyed the scenery. The mosquitos got to be a bit fierce, though. Bring bug spray if you visit in summer. 😀

Join A Gardener’s Notebook on Facebook

Don’t miss a single post!

Sign up for the Gardener’s Notebook Mailing List

* 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

What is your favorite architectural style? Share in the comments!

Architectural Abstract

Another photo of architecture taken to its abstract limits. This isn’t someplace special or unique in regards to architecture but was found in a local shopping mall. 

For myself, I was taken by the regular divisions of space in contrast to the larger panels and the curvature of the roof and how it effects the divisions. 

  and Follow

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

What are your favorite sights in the city? Share in the comments!

Pettinaroli and Figli, Storefront, Milano, Italia

I ended up taking lots of photos of storefronts during this trip. There are so many interesting and unique displays and often the stores themselves are just as unique.

  and Follow

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

How do you design your garden? Share in the comments!

  and Follow

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

20% OFF Everything Today! – Use the code THINGS!

Get This Glorious Gardenia From My Garden on These Throw Pillows, Totes, Phone Cases And More!

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

“If only you could smell these lovely flowers when I took this picture a few years ago. The smell is almost overpowering and one bloom, floated in a dish of water, can perfume the entire house for days. They are beautiful, prolific flowers with an amazing scent and a great addition to your garden.”

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/188

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto 

Get This Gorgeous Purple Clematis on These Throw Pillows, Tops, Mugs, iPhone Cases And More!

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

Available exclusively from
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/187

See my entire catalog
DouglasEWelch.com/shop/

Find more at @DEWDesignPhoto 

What is your favorite architecture?

Architectural Abstract, Packing House, Claremont, California

The sunset created this amazing abstract light painting on the @claremontpacking building on Friday night while we had dinner at @eurekaclaremont . 
My eye is often caught by these interesting patterns. So much so that @drrosannewelch will often ask just WHAT I am taking a picture of. 😀

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

What is your favorite beer, wine or beverage?

Porter at Eureka, Claremont, California

Since we had to drive to Cal Poly for an awards presentation for @drrosannewelch and an eSports event for @gogojosephw, we took some time out for a stroll and dinner in Downtown Claremont. There we had drinks and dinner at @eurekaclaremont. We ended the evening at a poetry and music show at @sanctuarycoffee, a non-profit coffeehouse that donates all profits to public assistant organizations. 

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

What are your thoughts on street photography? Share in the comments!

  and Follow

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook

* 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

What is your favorite Southern California view?

View from The Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch

Rosanne and I had lunch, along with my sister, Denise, at the nice Restaurant at Kellogg Ranch. This is part of their hospitality program and staffed by students.

Join me on Douglas E. Welch Photography on Facebook