Late Summer Garden in Bloom
Digital photograph (Reproduction for publication) • To be determined; likely a stock photographer or staff photographer for the University of Dayton (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute catalog)
Style & Movement
Contemporary documentary/nature photography with an emphasis on vibrant saturated color and organic composition
Medium & Technique
Digital color photography; natural light capture with shallow depth of field to emphasize foreground textures
Creation Period
Circa 2020-2024 (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Landscape format; approximately 6 x 3 inches as displayed in the document layout
Subject Description
A dense, horizontal composition featuring a diverse array of garden flowers including zinnias, marigolds, and cleome (spider flowers). The imagery uses a lush, 'English Garden' aesthetic to convey growth, vitality, and lifelong learning.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (Digital reproduction status); pixelation is visible due to screen capture quality, but original image appears clear and professionally shot
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $250 (Standard commercial Licensing fee for digital stock photography)
Auction Estimate
N/A (Generally not a single-edition fine art object for auction)
Provenance History
Published in the 'Osher Summer 2025 Seminars' catalog for the University of Dayton (udayton.edu)
Art Historical Significance
Illustrates the use of floral imagery in academic and community programming to symbolize 'flowering' of the mind and the 'Learning is Forever' motto of the Osher Institute.
Notable Features
Features a high variety of horticultural species; utilized as the header image for a university seminar registration guide.
Condition Issues
Digital compression artifacts, low resolution (due to screen capture), and lack of metadata regarding original capture device
Conservation Recommendations
Maintain digital archival standards (TIFF format) for future printing; protect from high UV light if printed for physical distribution