Internationally recognized
Symbol of St. Louis
Tourist destination
From an ecological perspective, the lands within the park’s boundaries are highly unnatural. The landscaping design consists mostly of groupings of monocultures. Air, water, light, and noise pollution are all present.
“Function influence but does not dictate form.” – Eero Saarinen
Hard facts
Metal deck floor
Quest for reliance
A pigeon’s position between two worlds suggests a balance between the material and the spiritual.
“The authentic person is one who is in touch with their own feelings and desires, and who is able to express them freely.” – Mikel Dufrenne
Stainless steel
Inverted weighted
Catenary arch
The 630-foot high Gateway Arch allegedly celebrates the spirit of the western pioneers.
“The arch is a bridge between the past and the future, a reminder of our history and a symbol of our potential.” – Eero Saarinen
Style expression
Body celebration
Attract attention
I wonder who the window display is for?
“Lingerie is the most powerful weapon a woman can wear.” – Dita Von Teese
Even distribution
Interacting elements
Physical equilibrium
At Miracle Rock, change has been slow and no one is complaining.
“Even the monoliths, seemingly sturdy and one-dimensional, change shape depending on the angle from which they are viewed.” – Lisa Schoch-Roberts
Tributary valley
Higher than main
Varying erosion rate
Atmospheric conditions contribute to geologic wonderment.
“It is a spectacular illusion – a deeply three-dimensional scene flattened onto an earthly canvas.”– Stefanie Payne
High plains
First in wheat
Stands complete
Captured this by shooting from my car.
“The Great Plains were immense enough to inspire the grandest, most foolish of dreams – but they were also vast enough that no one could ever explore every corner.” – Melanie Benjamin
Delicate shadings
Expressive variation
Sensibility awareness
Some venues reward multiple visits.
“Consistency requires you to be as ignorant today as you were a year ago.” – Bernard Berenson
Coastal plain estuary
Drowned river mouth
Land reclamation
Salinity vacillates with the tides as water incessantly circulates into and out of the estuary.
“Jasper bordered the northeast side of the basin where dolphins, gators, minks, otters, and every manner of waterfowl and shore bird prospered from the daily six-foot inflow and outflow of saltwater, freshwater, and brackish water that rose and fell on cue like the sun itself.” – Beth Webb Hart
Dream away
Little bit closer
Feel the night
Moonlight on the beach is quite the experience.
“Music is moonlight in the gloomy night of life.” – Jean Paul