Front Courtyard at Georgia O’Keeffe’s

Our final stop was the area that I’m calling the front courtyard.  It sort of brings us full-circle, so that we end up leaving by the front gate. 

Former Corral

This is the view from Georgia’s kitchen and what you step into when you leave via the kitchen door.  Originally, this was a corral for horses, etc.., but Georgia didn’t need a corral.  So, she converted it into somewhat of a bonsai garden.  She had a bonsai gardener trim the various bushes and shrubs into a bit of a bonsai look, and that look is still maintained today.

Window in Adobe Wall

Georgia may have been struck creatively by the door in the Inner Courtyard.  I became fascinated with this adobe wall and the empty window.  The window was not placed centered on the wall, and I think that’s what I found very appealing.  I also love the rich tones of the adobe on the wall.

Beautiful Bush in Front Courtyard

I don’t know what this bush is, but I love the colors.  The bright pink seems perfectly complemented by the energizing color of the green.  And, altho the size of the bush was quite large, it felt almost lightweight. 

In the Front Courtyard

There was another lovely little inspirational nook that just begged to have its photo taken in one corner of the courtyard.  It just looked like it would always be quiet and peaceful, and removed from whatever activity was going on in the courtyard.  A nice place to sit and reflect.

Looking Back Thru the Front Gate

This seems like a good image to end our visit of Georgia O’Keeffe’s Abiiquiu home & studio.  A quiet, peaceful place that I’d love to visit again.

Enjoy!