The sculptures that inspired our visiting floral arrangers and designers for the Memphis Flower Show: M3D On the Edge will remain on view in the galleries through the month of May. A virtual survey of contemporary sculpture in the Memphis area, M3D On the Edge includes work by Maysey Craddock, Wayne Edge, Ted Faiers, Joyce Gingold, Terri Jones, Greely Myatt, Brian Russell, Allison Smith, and Carroll Todd. This eclectic exhibition reveals the variety of ideas and aesthetics that informs Memphis's lively contemporary art scene.
Turkish Plants and Islamic Design: Ottoman Options in the Dixon Gardens
Historically, the people of Persia and Turkey had a profound impact on horticulture and garden design. The Persians were among the first to develop and codify priciples of garden design, and their influence still exists today in gardens around the globe. Moreover, plants native to Turkey and plants valued bythe Turks have yielded important medicinal, agricultural, and ornamental crops. Surprisingly, some of these plants are cultivated here in the Mid-south--even by the staff and volunteers of the Dixon!
Historically, the people of Persia and Turkey had a profound impact on horticulture and garden design. The Persians were among the first to develop and codify priciples of garden design, and their influence still exists today in gardens around the globe. Moreover, plants native to Turkey and plants valued bythe Turks have yielded important medicinal, agricultural, and ornamental crops. Surprisingly, some of these plants are cultivated here in the Mid-south--even by the staff and volunteers of the Dixon!