Aesthetic landscapes

There’s beauty everywhere around us. When we slow down, breathe in deeply, and take a closer look, we’ll notice just how gorgeous and soul-healing life can be.

a pretty place

Ahhh...summer A summer sunset on the Conejos River. Photo by TimLorrie Sjoberg‎.

Photography, Adobe Photoshop

Golden Sunset at Crown Point.. Mile 22.5, Seward Highway.. Kenai Lake, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska.

"Bloom Over Bridge" is an enchanting oil painting that portrays a rustic stone bridge surrounded by the vibrant dance of wildflowers. The eye is drawn across the quaint structure, over the gentle stream, and into the lush forest that frames the scene. The use of bold, impasto brushstrokes adds a delightful texture, capturing the dynamic essence of nature's palette. The flowers in full bloom, set against the dappled light filtering through the trees, create a tableau of color and life…

If you're preparing for a trip to Russia or just mulling over the idea, take a look at these stunning pictures that bring village houses, churches and forests to life and give a real sense of “being there.”