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Vartry Reflections.

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A low-angle view looking across a shallow, clear river. The shot is framed on the right and top by the thick, textured bark of a large, overarching tree. On the opposite riverbank, lush green foliage and a bright red tree are brightly lit by sunshine. The calm water acts as a mirror, reflecting the red and green leaves and the bright sky perfectly. The atmosphere is peaceful, warm, and natural.
April 25, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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Spring is beginning to show off! The delicate crocuses and white blossoms against that incredible peeling Eucalyptus bark is magic.

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A vibrant springtime woodland scene. In the foreground, bright purple and white crocus flowers bloom from lush, vibrant green grass. To the right, a large tree trunk with striking, textured bark peeling in shades of warm orange, tan, and brown commands attention. To the left, a smaller tree is completely covered in a dense explosion of delicate white blossoms. The tangled branches and soft, natural daylight give the scene a tranquil, wild, and enchanted feel.
February 27, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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Snowdrops (Galanthus) nodding their heads under the gentle drizzle at Mount Usher Gardens. Nature is waking up! 🌱🌧️

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A close-up, low-angle shot of delicate white snowdrop flowers growing in lush green grass. The bell-shaped flower heads droop downwards, covered in tiny, glistening raindrops. The background is a soft, moody blur of grey tree trunks and moss, creating a depth of field that highlights the crisp detail of the wet white petals and slender green stems.
February 10, 2026 at 9:26 AM
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Ok. The daffodils are out. I’m going to say it. Spring is here!

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A close-up, side-profile photograph of a single bright yellow daffodil bloom. The flower is backlit by soft sunlight, making the trumpet and petals glow intensely yellow. The background is a dreamy, out-of-focus blur of blue, grey, and white tones, suggesting trees and sky in a woodland garden. The green stem leans in from the left, angling the flower slightly downward.
February 16, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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A Haven, Almost Heaven.

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A scenic spring garden with a calm river reflecting colourful trees. In the foreground on the right, a massive, ancient tree trunk is covered in bright green moss, its gnarled, heavy branch sweeping across the top. Across the still water, grassy lawns lead to ornamental trees displaying pink spring blossoms, reddish-orange Japanese maples, evergreen trees, and white flowers under a blue sky with soft white clouds. The bright daylight creates a peaceful, fresh, quiet, and sun-dappled atmosphere.
May 30, 2026 at 4:43 PM
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Water Path.

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A vertical smartphone photo of a narrow river flowing through a lush garden. The water is dark and rippled, reflecting the bright sky. On the left, a bank is covered in deep purple and pink flowering shrubs and white wildflowers. On the right, bright green long-leaved plants lean over the water. Tall trees and pink blossoms are visible in the background under a soft blue sky. The lighting is bright and natural, creating a tranquil and fresh spring atmosphere.
April 24, 2026 at 7:30 AM
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Gold Gleam, Quiet Stream.

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A tranquil view of the River Vartry at Mount Usher Gardens in County Wicklow. Arching green tree branches form a lush canopy over the calm water, with delicate clusters of bright yellow flowers hanging down from the bank. The still river surface reflects the green foliage and yellow blossoms perfectly. In the background, a small stone weir breaks the river's flow. The scene is captured in soft, natural light, highlighting the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the naturalistic garden.
June 15, 2026 at 11:40 AM
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Autumn in Spring.

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A view from inside a dark wooden gazebo looking out onto a gravel path in a lush garden. The path is lined with large trees with dense, bright red leaves that create a tunnel effect. The ground beneath the trees is covered in a thick carpet of small white flowers and green foliage. In the distance, the path leads toward a small pond and more greenery. The lighting is soft and natural, highlighting the contrast between the crimson leaves and the white forest floor.
April 23, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Just a quiet wander down the gravel paths at Mount Usher before the spring rush begins. 🌿✨

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A vertical shot of a gravel path winding through a dense woodland garden. Sunlight bursts through the dark canopy on the right, creating a starburst effect and dappled shadows on the ground. To the left, a shrub with reddish leaves stands out against green ferns and tall, bare tree branches reaching towards a blue sky. The scene is peaceful and naturally overgrown.
February 17, 2026 at 8:27 AM
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The spring colour palette is progressing nicely by the River Vartry!

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A vertical landscape shot of a tranquil river flowing through a lush, wooded garden. In the foreground, the large, jagged, vibrant green leaves of Gunnera plants are backlit by the sun. Above, a branch of delicate white blossoms frames the upper left. On the right bank, a tall tree glows with bright, yellowish-green spring foliage. In the distance, a small footbridge crosses the water under a canopy of soft, hazy trees. The lighting is warm and ethereal, creating a peaceful, wild atmosphere.
April 1, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Green Paths and Red Azaleas.

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A wide, lush green grass pathway recedes into the background, flanked by dense trees and shrubs under a soft, overcast sky. On the left, a large bush of fiery red azaleas stands out, adding a bright pop of colour. Overhanging branches of mature trees frame the top of the scene like a natural archway. In the background, a slate-roofed estate house with chimneys is partially visible through the dense green foliage. The atmosphere is serene, peaceful, and deeply immersive.
May 22, 2026 at 3:54 PM
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Lurking in the branches at Mount Usher Gardens! Was strange to see such a large water bird perched so high up, but Grey Herons actually nest in tall trees like this. 🌿🐦

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A low-angle, vertical photograph of a Grey Heron perched securely on a thick, bare tree branch against a vibrant, clear blue sky. The bird is facing to the left, displaying its characteristic slate-grey wings, white neck, and a sharp, dagger-like beak. The sunlight illuminates its feathers and the intricate network of leafless twigs and small cones surrounding it. The mood is peaceful and bright.
January 31, 2026 at 8:43 AM
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Peaceful moments by the River Vartry. The water makes a perfect dark mirror for the summer blooms. 🌸

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A lush, tranquil riverbank scene captured from a low angle. Bright pink and deep purple hydrangeas cascade down a steep bank, their heavy, rounded flower heads hanging over the water. Fresh green ferns frame the flowers. Below them, the calm, dark surface of the river acts as a mirror, creating wavy, impressionistic reflections of the pink blooms and green foliage. Sunlight filters through the overhead canopy, casting soft highlights and creating a serene, peaceful woodland atmosphere.
July 12, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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The Vartry River at Mount Usher is usually a picture of calm. Today? It’s an absolute beast! Nature in full flow. 🌊🌉

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A dramatic black and white vertical shot looking straight down a narrow wooden suspension bridge. The bridge leads the eye toward a dark, dense forest in the background, framed by wire railings. Beneath the wooden slats of the bridge, a river is raging violently, the water appearing as bright white, churning foam against the dark riverbanks. The scene feels moody and intense, highlighting the contrast between the geometric bridge and the wild water below.
January 23, 2026 at 12:37 PM
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A Garden Within a Garden.

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A vibrant, eye-level woodland shot framed by two large, dark tree stumps covered in tiered, light-brown bracket fungi and patches of green moss. In the centre, a Pieris shrub erupts in brilliant flame-red leaves, transitioning to green further down. The foreground is lush with bright green ferns and low-lying foliage. Sunlight filters through a canopy of bare and budding branches in the background under a clear blue sky, creating a bright, hopeful, and magical forest atmosphere.
April 16, 2026 at 8:33 AM
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Winter walks at Mount Usher. 🌿 Even without the blooms, the textures are incredible. The Pampas grass against the River Vartry creates such a moody atmosphere. #photography #EastCoastKin #MountUsher #Wicklow #Ireland #WinterWalks #RiverVartry #NaturePhotography #PampasGrass #IrishGardens
A vertical eye-level shot of a river flowing through a winter garden in Ireland. In the immediate foreground on the left, tall, feathery beige Pampas grass plumes frame the scene, blurring slightly. A river flows from the middle distance to the foreground, its water appearing grey and white with movement. The riverbanks are lined with vibrant green grass and brown ferns. In the background, a dense woodland of bare winter trees and evergreens rises up.
January 25, 2026 at 11:46 AM
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The River Vartry was in full flow over the weir yesterday, and the greens were popping against the dark grey sky. A proper  wet, muddy and dark secret garden. 🌧️🌿

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A vertical photograph looking across a river with a small waterfall or weir creating white foam in the centre. In the foreground, long, sharp green leaves frame the left side of the shot. A vintage-style suspension bridge stretches across the river in the mid-ground. The background is filled with a dense mix of tall trees, some evergreen and some bare branches, under a grey, overcast sky. The lighting is soft and moody.
January 24, 2026 at 10:40 AM