Sentences with phrase «picturesque scenes»

However, even these pictures are not really «landscapes» - in the sense of straightforward representations of picturesque scenes.

A Series Of Views Of The Most Picturesque Scenes In Richmondshire.

This is truly the «modern» landscape; a leafy scene infused with the issues of the day in much the same way that the picturesque scenes of the past offered a social commentary.

And the picturesque scenes of Amelia touching down in remote locations around the world allows for plenty of impressive cinematography as well.

May still be growing, the collection of bulbs, picturesque scenes, and trails already make it worthy for a date idea.

I actually worked in Harvey (Western Australia) for a couple of years and was surprised to find so many places I hadn't seen or been to before in such a small town including this picturesque scene of pine trees lining a dam.

Although the traditional image of Thanksgiving conjures up sentiments of smiling children playing in the fall leaves, families savoring turkey and pumpkin pie and everyone gathered watching the football after dinner, the reality of the holiday is far from this picturesque scene.

And last Friday afternoon — months after filming that picturesque scene — stars Laura Dern and Reese Witherspoon realized they had subconsciously recreated that striking visual.

It seems that after Rockstar put that particularly picturesque scene of the locomotive puffing along in the game's announcement trailer, players are constantly banging along about train robberies, and we can't blame them.

Ahh, winter in New England... with its snow covered evergreens, frozen lakes and sledding hills it's like a picturesque scene from a holiday movie.

Facing Lake Tana it provides a beautiful, picturesque scene of the Blue Nile.

It seems that after Rockstar put that particularly picturesque scene of the locomotive puffing along in the game's announcement trailer, players are constantly banging along about train robberies, and we can't blame them.

Since that time, Maine is now well - known for its picturesque scene and delectable seafood.

Not exact matches

by Judi Lees I pedal a country road surrounded by pastoral postcard scenes: picturesque, weathered wooden farmhouses, dense forests cut a brilliant green contrasting fields...

In addition to untouched natural beauty, this picturesque retreat offers a bounty of farm - fresh cuisine, 250 + wineries and a thriving agri - tourism scene.

Everything was absolutely stunning from the picturesque snow scenes to the beautiful florals and chandeliers.

We took note of things like: picturesque romantic views, places for romantic walks, and each city's restaurant and bar scene, plus note - worthy first date activities.

In a sequence that vaguely echoes the storm scenes in the earlier films, their tryst is largely reduced to a reading of John Donne's «On His Mistress» (instead of a private piano recital) and a montage of the couple visiting various picturesque sites together.

There are a lot of competently shot outdoor scenes (Nova Scotia stands in for Cape Cod) that are picturesque without quite dazzling like many other Blu - rays do.

Director Ava DuVernay shoots the early scenes in L.A.'s West Adams, a picturesque old neighborhood architecturally similar to Highland Park.

Despite some spirited scene - stealing by Ron Perlman as an irascible sheriff, and some picturesque mountain scenery, this contemporary Western hybrid of broad buddy comedy and wrongful - imprisonment drama fails to produce enough laughs or sympathy.

An abstract advertising campaign which showed many picturesque nature scenes but very little of the car may have been to blame as well.

From the stunning scenery of Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak over lively markets, unique delicacies, picturesque parks, green jungle paths, bays and beaches to impressive architecture and fascinating everyday scenes of the streets of Hong Kong — this city is definitely one of the most photogenic places in the whole world!

You'll also visit the picturesque village of Sirmione at Lake Garda, and re-enact the balcony scene from Romeo and Juliet in fair Verona where the story was set.

The shallower ends of the lake are covered in stunning lotuses and the entire scene is picturesque.

Known as an international surf mecca, this is the perfect destination for anyone seeking a picturesque beach getaway with exciting nightlife options and a bustling food scene.

With its beautiful marina, golden beach, stylish restaurants, and famous clubbing scene, the picturesque bay of St. Julian's offers you a glamorous Mediterranean beach holiday.

With a lively beachfront scene, the bohemian Venice Beach Boardwalk and the fun - filled Santa Monica Pier are two iconic beachfront promenades situated on the picturesque Los Angeles coastline.

Located on Okanagan Lake amid picturesque mountainside vistas, this vibrant city is a lively cultural melting pot with an eclectic arts scene, a plethora of unique restaurants, great shopping and more than enough outdoor recreation opportunities to keep everyone busy.

The rich green paddy fields and the river Wos in the backdrop, blend in perfectly into the Balinese rural scene within which lies the Villa Amala with its picturesque setting.

Yamba, Ballina and Lismore each has its own vibrant arts scene and picturesque villages complete with fruit stalls, antique stores, boutiques, cake shops and cafes.

This sheltered, picturesque cove in Puerto Escondido is close to the legendary Zicatela beach but offers a more relaxed scene better suited to beginners or intermediate surfers wanting to brush up on technique before joining the aficionados on the next beach across.

These charming cottages are located in a quiet setting, overlooking the Lions River and picturesque farming and forest scenes.

Experience life at a Light Station through the many exhibits in the Keeper's House, stroll the picturesque grounds, or enjoy a «Behind the Scenes» guided tour, included with admission.

Arrive by sea and the rocky grandeur of La Corbiere, the sweep of St Aubin's Bay and picturesque Elizabeth Castle set the scene for a grand encounter with a small but delightful island whose variety of scenery, wealth of history and sheer beauty compete with much larger and, perhaps, better - known destinations.

Then there are the solo travellers who, perhaps being slightly more introverted, are happy to explore alone and avoid the big social scene, looking for picturesque serenity more than pubs and parties.

Originally known for its surf breaks and culture that still dominates the chilled - out vibe of the «Gu, today merges the best of old and new Bali, with its relaxed - cool drinking and dining scene living side by side to local warungs, beanbag beach bars and picturesque rice paddies that are still actively farmed daily.

Anamaya Resort is built on the edge of a cliff, which overlooks the dazzling blue ocean making the entire scene incredibly picturesque.

Brand new scenes let players escape into the picturesque world between life and death.

With this pocket - sized device's onyx - like, sometimes slightly convex surface, viewers could look at a reflection of the «picturesque» scene in which they were environed.

Cole's early Hudson River landscapes, largely completed in the 1820s, presented the American rural scene through European conventions of the picturesque and sublime - in a sense, a sort of combination of Claude Lorrain and Caspar David Friedrich (1774 - 1840).

Instead of a picturesque or panoramic spectacle, we are made more aware of vast expanses of cool, billboard - like colors which «invade» the scene so that it is often difficult to discern the dividing line between nature and simulacrum, sky and earth, foreground and background, aerial view and ground - level perspective.

Danby then travelled to Bristol, met and married a girl whom he married, and found he could make a relatively easy living selling inexpensive watercolour drawings of local scenes - like, «View of Hotwells, the Avon Gorge» (c. 1818)- and picturesque works such as «Boy Sailing a Little Boat» (c. 1822).

The scene is picturesque with sunrise views over the Penn State White Golf Course and to the mountains beyond.

For a spectacular winter scene, take a 20 - minute drive east to picturesque Montmorency Falls Park.

5 Picture perfectThis inviting garden scene is so picturesque we can almost hear the bees buzzing and feel the sun on our faces... the pretty pink accessories by Susie Watson add a lovely summery touch, and hanging bunting in the trees is the ultimate accompaniment to an English country garden!