a japanese garden is comprised of three elements: rock, water and plants. some japanese gardens incorporate a fourth element: a handmade element. the purpose of a japanese garden, and its maintenance, is to provide peace and calm, renewal, discovery and to invigorate the soul.

i saw this scene from afar from a hiking trail in rocky mountain national park, and made my way towards it. as i reached the edge of the water, i was taken to a place of peace and calm, discovery at all of the elements surrounding this small wonderland, and a renewal of my spirit. i remained here for close to an hour soaking in the atmosphere and exploring with my eyes as time seemed to stop.

this 34x27 piece is part of the Elements exhibit at D’art Gallery and will only be available for purchase in this size and presentation through the gallery for the duration of the exhibit. (through october 23, 2022) if you’re interested in purchasing and are not local to the denver area, please contact me via email and we can arrange for purchase through the gallery.