Chihuly, and desert. What a breathtaking match!
The unnatural yet organic glass paired with the desert scenery was a sight that I can't describe as anything else but just YUMMY! The jewel tones sparkling next to each other in the sunlight was just the most ethereal sight....and I bet it's better at night.
The park itself I thought was logically laid out, and I especially loved the butterfly garden. The hummingbird area wasn't so bad either...I got a wonderfully close up picture of an Anna's. The only complaint I have is that they were cleaning the glass pieces as we were there. I understand it needs to be done...but shouldn't it have been done before opening? I don't particularly want a picture of glass cleaners in with the beautiful artwork.
Whomever said the desert was a colorless place obviously never really saw it, especially in bloom.
I always wanted to come see this place after the monsoons...but I'm glad I came during the Chihuly installation. He truly is a master of his material. (And yes, I know he doesn't do it all himself) I just can't get over the complementary pairing of his red reeds next to the green cacti. And the Chiostro di Sant' Apollonia Chandelier...definitely the belle of the ball if I had to pick one.
It makes me want to go see his other garden installations around the US.
Absolutely gorgeous! I'm putting my pictures up to share!