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Kensington Palace Fashion Rules

06 Friday Sep 2013

Posted by pat in Art Museums & Exhibitions, England, Gardens, History, London, The Royal Family, Uncategorized

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Diana, Fashion Rules, Kensington Palace, Princess of Wales

We spent a morning at Kensington Palace earlier this week. Another glorious early September day in London.

The Sunken Garden. Photo by me.

The Sunken Garden. Photo by me.

I wanted to visit the palace again and see the new Fashion Rules exhibition.

The public entrance to Kensington Palace. Photo by me.

The public entrance to Kensington Palace. Photo by me.

New this year, the exhibition of dresses from the collections of HM The Queen, Princess Margaret, and Diana, Princess of Wales has proved to be very popular.

The 1950s: HM The Queen. Photo by me.

The 1950s: HM The Queen. Photo by me.

The workmanship and style of the dresses was amazing.  It was fabulous to see the craftsmanship of the garments up close.

1960s and 70s Princess Margaret. Photo by me.

1960s and 70s Princess Margaret. Photo by me.

It really did recall a specific time vividly through fashion.

My Beloved brit reckoned the fur trim was supposed to add some warmth to the coat. Photo by me.

The card said the fur added some warmth to the coat. My Beloved Brit reckoned they were kidding. Photo by me.

A past era, revisited in cloth and color and style.

Elizabeth I. Photo by me.

Elizabeth I. Photo by me of the exhibition film.

The Diana, Princess of Wales display featured five gowns that looked so familiar from past newspaper photos.

Photo by me.

Photo by me.

For the Japan State visit, a dress the color of cherry blossoms. Photo by me.

For the Japan State Visit, a dress the color of cherry blossoms on the left. Photo by me.

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I remember when she wore this dress with the metallic stars–she was such a style icon. Photo by me.

Photo by me.

Photo by me.

Photo by me.

Photo by me of the exhibition film.

And outside the palace, the golden gates on the south side were decorated with notes, clippings and floral tributes in memory of the princess.  It was the anniversary of her death on August 31st, and there were reminders throughout London.

Photo by me.

Photo by me.

Kensington Palace had been her home where she raised her boys, so here more than anywhere there were thoughts of her life.

The gates outside the road to the palace. Photo by me

The gates outside the road to the palace. Photo by me

Even across the street from the palace road, a cafe helps keep her memory alive.

Cafe Diana across from the palace road. Photo by me.

Cafe Diana across from the palace road. Photo by me.

And then there is the future, celebrated at this same cafe Diana herself used to pop in to for a cold drink.

In celebration of baby George. Photo by me.

In celebration of baby George. Photo by me.

The line of a tradition carries on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moving Day

19 Wednesday Jun 2013

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William and Kate, otherwise known as The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, move in to their new quarters at Kensington Palace sometime before the end of this year.  It is the beginning of a new and more visible royal role for the couple, as they ease ever more quickly into a very public life.  They must have mixed feelings about the move, but excited especially with the new baby due in the next month.

Kensington Palace from the more public East side. Photo by me

Kensington Palace from the more public East side. Photo by me

They will soon live in Apartment 1A, formerly the home of Princess Margaret. Up to now the apartment has remained unused since Princess Margaret’s death in 2002. They currently have a small, two-bedroom apartment residence at the palace.

The entrance to the beautiful street that Kensington Palace is on, as well as many embassies. Photography is not allowed on this street once you get past these white walls. Photo by me

When I walked by Kensington Palace this past November, I noticed workers busily installing great black iron spikes along the top of this lovely garden wall.  Increased security I’m sure.  A strange world we now live in.

There was also extensive rewiring, new plumbing and the removal of asbestos. What fun to decorate all 20 rooms, including a nursery. The Duchess has had her last public royal appearance before the birth of the baby, and I am sure she will use some of that quiet time to finish furnishing her new home.

The beautiful walls around Kensington Palace, before the addition of spikes. Photo by me

I can only wish them years of happiness raising a family is this idyllic place.

Kensington Gardens

17 Friday May 2013

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One of my favorite parks in London is Kensington Gardens.

Entering Kensington Gardens from the Notting Hill side. Photo by me.

Entering Kensington Gardens from the Notting Hill side in autumn. Photo by me.

I discovered it last year, and since then I can’t stay away.

Kensington Gardens'  Round Pond.  The perfect spot on a summer's day. Photo by me.

Kensington Gardens’ Round Pond. The perfect spot on a summer’s day. Photo by me.

One of London’s Royal Parks, it flows out from behind Kensington Palace…

Kensington Palace. Photo by me

Kensington Palace. Photo by me

…to join with Hyde Park on its eastern border. 

On the western side of London, Kensington Gardens is next to one of the most desirable areas in London– Kensington–known for some of the best shopping in the city.

Kensington High Street. Photo by me

Kensington High Street, just a few blocks from Kensington Gardens. Photo by me

It is also very near the popular Notting Hill neighborhood and the famous Portobello market.

Sunday afternoon on Portobello Road at the market. Photo by me.

A crowded Sunday afternoon shopping on Portobello Road at the market. Photo by me.

To the south of the park is the famous concert hall, The Royal Albert Hall, best known for holding the annual summer Proms concert since 1941. It is right across from the Albert Memorial Gate entrance to the park and the Albert Memorial on Kensington Road.

Royal Albert Hall viewed from Kensington Gardens. Photo by David Iliff, Creative Commons

Royal Albert Hall viewed from Kensington Gardens. Photo by David Iliff, Creative Commons

 

The Albert Memorial.

The Albert Memorial. Photo Wikimedia Commons by D. Iliff

And of course right inside the gardens on the west side of the park is Kensington Palace, the London home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (Will & Kate) and Prince Harry.

Kensington Palace from the Sunken Garden in June. Photo by me.

Kensington Palace from the Sunken Garden in June. Photo by me.

The Sunken Garden outside the palace, on the edge of Kensington Gardens. Photo by me.

The Sunken Garden outside the palace, on the edge of Kensington Gardens. Photo by me.

Kate has been known to walk Lupo in the park with her security guard at her side.

Kate was seen recently walking Lupo around the Italian Gardens in the park.Creative Commons photo

Kate was seen recently walking Lupo around the Italian Gardens in the park.Creative Commons photo

But so far I have not been fortunate enough to run in to them.

The gates between Kensington Palace and the park. Photo by me.

The gates between Kensington Palace and the park. Photo by me.

There are lots of dog walkers in the park, and to be a “commercial dog walkers” you do need a license to “operate” in the royal parks.  But these British dogs seem very well-behaved, following all the rules…most of the time.

A dog walker takes a break in KG. Photo by me.

A dog walker takes a break in KG. Photo by me.

You are very aware of the royal residents who used the park as their backyard.  This small cafe is next to The Princess Diana Memorial Playground.

One of several small shelters to stop and sit and enjoy the park. Photo by me.

One of several small shelters to stop and sit and enjoy the park. Photo by me.

Word has it that the Princess stopped for coffee at the small shop that now bears her name which is right outside the gates that lead to the palace.

The Diana Cafe where I stopped for lunch on my walk around the park back to my hotel. Photo by me.

The Diana Cafe where I stopped for lunch on my walk around the park back to my hotel. Photo by me.

But it is the beauty of the park itself that keeps me coming back.  It is well used by the locals and visitors.  You can feel the friendliness as soon as you enter.

A friend captures the foliage and her friend in a photo, while a group of children practice their "football" (soccer in the US) in the background. Photo by me.

A friend captures the foliage and her friend in a photo, while a group of children practice their “football” (soccer in the US) in the background. Photo by me.

No matter what the season, it just seems like a lovely space to meet a friend and spend an hour or two walking.

A painting of Kensington Gardens by me.

A painting of Kensington Gardens by me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Royal Residences

23 Tuesday Apr 2013

Posted by pat in History, London, Scotland, The Royal Family, Uncategorized

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Balmoral Castle, Buckingham Palace, Clarence House, Frogmore, Kensington Palace, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Sandringham House, St. James's Palace, Windsor Castle

The term “Royal Residence” brings to mind an amazing world of fantasy. Sleeping Beauty’s Castle is what an American girl grows up with as her vision of what a royal residence really looks like.  But the facts are much different from this fairy tale and much more interesting in England.  For many decades, even centuries, kings and queens of the United Kingdom have built or bought incredibly diverse palaces to serve as a family home or workplace–or just a little spot to rule from.

Guarding St. James's Palace. Photo by me.

Guarding St. James’s Palace. Photo by me.

Royal Residences fall in to three general categories: Official Royal Residences which are held in trust for future generations, Private Estates which are owned by the Queen and can be private residences for the Queen and her family or may generate income, and Unoccupied Royal Residences which are all other buildings in Great Britain which once housed members of the Royal Family and therefore may be of historical interest.

Sandringham, the Queen's estate in Norfolk, England. Photo by me.

Sandringham, the Queen’s estate in Norfolk, England. Photo by me.

We have seen many of these incredible palaces and estates on our travels throughout Great Britain, but it might be fun to revisit them here.   Some are open to the public, some only allow their gardens to be viewed at certain times of the year, and many of the official residences are used for receptions, investitures, banquets and garden parties.

A lovely place to get some lunch just across the garden from Kensington Palace, Photo by me.

A lovely place to get some lunch just across the garden from Kensington Palace. Photo by me.

Then there are the private residences, used by the Royal Family for generations.  These, too, are sometimes available to see, at least from the outside gardens.

Some visitors waiting outside Kensington Palace in London. Photo by me.

Some feathered visitors waiting outside Kensington Palace in London. Photo by me.

Thanks to the official website of the British Monarchy, I was able to recall all that I had seen, and discover a few I’ve missed.  Next visit, maybe.

Buckingham Palace, The Royal Mews and The Queens Gallery

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Buckingham Palace, London. Photo by DAVID ILIFF. License: CC-BY-SA 3.0 from Wikipedia Commons

Certainly BP is one of the most familiar Royal Residences from viewing years of public events on television.  We actually went on a tour of the Palace on one of our first trips together to London.  My Beloved Brit had never been inside, and found it fascinating and familiar from all the news footage of the famous residence. The Palace, all 775 rooms of it, has served as the official London residence of Britain’s sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of Queen Elizabeth II. For information on planning a visit see The Royal Collection website. Just as an aside, there are 52 Royal and guest bedrooms, and 188 staff bedrooms. Oh my!

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle at sunset viewed from the Long Walk in Windsor, England.Photo by DAVID ILIFF. License: CC-BY-SA 3.0 from Wikipedia Commons

Windsor Castle at sunset viewed from the Long Walk in Windsor, England. Photo by DAVID ILIFF. License: CC-BY-SA 3.0 from Wikipedia Commons

Windsor Castle was one of the first of the Royal Residences that My Beloved Brit and I ever visited together.  It is quite near Heathrow, and the city of Windsor is a good last stopping point before heading to the airport to come home. The Castle itself is very imposing (it is the largest occupied castle in the world!) and right in city center so great to walk to and view. Windsor has been a Royal home and fortress for over 900 years and still is an active residence today. The Queen usually uses Windsor as a private home, escaping from London on the weekends, but it is also used for more formal duties. Every Easter, the Queen takes up official residence for a month–Easter Court. Many parts of the Castle are open to the public. For more information, check here.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

From The Royal Collection site, visit Palace of Holyroodhouse. © HM Queen Elizabeth II 2013

From The Royal Collection site, visit Palace of Holyroodhouse. © HM Queen Elizabeth II 2013

I think this was one of my personal favorites.  I love Edinburgh anyway, and Holyroodhouse has such a strong sense of history. There is so much to see, and much of it seems unchanged from the 1500s. The Queen’s official residence in Scotland, the Palace is closely associated with Mary Queen of Scots, who lived here between 1561 and 1567. You can almost feel the court intrigue and drama.  I half expected to see blood on the floor. For visitor information, see here.

Frogmore House

Frogmore

Frogmore House. From The Royal Collection site, visit Frogmore House. © HM Queen Elizabeth II 2013

I have never seen Frogmore House, which is no longer a royal residence, but the house and gardens are sometimes used for official receptions or gatherings hosted by the Royal Family. Frogmore is located on the grounds of Windsor Castle. It is most closely associated with Queen Victoria, and was one of her favorite retreats. In the gardens is the Mausoleum where Queen Victoria and Prince Albert are buried. Check here for visitor information.

Balmoral Castle

Balmoral in June. Photo by me.

Balmoral in June. Photo by me.

We visited Balmoral in Early June last year, and were shocked to find warm balmy weather…in Scotland!…in June! But we were thrilled.  The gardens were active and blooming early that year.  You can walk around the gardens, the stable exhibitions and the ballroom at Balmoral, but not actually through the Castle.  That was fine.  The grounds are magnificent. Located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, it is the private residence of the Queen who spends her summer family holiday there every August. Visit the Balmoral website.

Sandringham House

Sandringham House in June.  The grounds are as lovely as the house. Photo by me.

Sandringham House in June. The grounds are as lovely as the house. Photo by me.

This lovely sprawling house on a charming estate is in Norfolk in Eastern England, and we got to visit it last summer.  It has been the private home of Sovereigns since 1862.  The Queen and members of the Royal Family spend Christmas at Sandringham, and you can walk the grounds as they do each year, strolling from the grand main house to the small church where they attend Christmas services. We were able to tour the grounds and gardens, a large museum and exhibition in the stable block which had an extensive car collection, as well as walk through the main level of the house.  We could even gaze at the table where the Queen works on her crossword puzzles.  It was all very intimate and warm.  For information on times when you can visit the residence, check here.

St. James’s Palace

St James's Palace during Jubilee Week. Photo by me.

St James’s Palace during Jubilee Week. Photo by me.

This historic palace is not open to the public, but when we stay in London at My Beloved Brit’s sailing club, we pass it every day on our way to the Mall and other parts of London. It is home to several members of the Royal Family and their household offices. One of London’s oldest palaces, it is just north of St. James’s Park. It was originally commissioned by Henry VIII and constructed between 1531 and 1536 in red-brick Tudor style around four courtyards.

Kensington Palace

The Gates at Kensington Palace. Photo by me.

The Gates at Kensington Palace. Photo by me.

The home of several members of the Royal Family, one of the most interesting and exciting facts of KP is that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (Will & Kate) who currently live there and are in the process of renovating the much larger apartment that used to be Princess Margaret’s.  Hopefully all will be done in time for the arrival of baby Prince or Princess, but word has it the renovation may not be ready until the autumn.  I love Kensington Palace and one section of it reopened to the public just a couple of years ago.  It has incredibly well done exhibitions of Royal Apartments, Queen Victoria’s romance with Prince Albert, and special displays.  It also has a marvelous tea shop attached to the gift shop, where you can find a quiet reprieve from a day of touring.  For information on visiting, check here.

Clarence House

Standing Guard outside of Clarence House. Photo by me.

Standing Guard outside of Clarence House. Photo by me.

I actually saw the Queen Mother exiting through the London gates of Clarence House on my very first visit ever to London…even before I knew My Beloved Brit even existed.  I think that hooked me on GB Royal Tradition. Everyone lining The Mall stopped and waved as she waved back through the car window.  It was her home from 1953 until 2002. Clarence House is still on my list to visit, and I am hoping perhaps this summer I may be able to check it off. It stands right beside St. James’s Palace on The Mall and was built between 1825 and 1827. It is now the Official residence of The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall and is open to the public during the summer months each year. Although it was closed last summer, because of the logistics of the Olympic Games in London, it will re-open summer 2013. For information, check here.

Unoccupied Royal Residences There are many buildings throughout Great Britain that have a Royal connection. Some, like Osborne House, the much-loved home of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert on the Isle of Wight, The Brighton Pavillion, a former residence of George IV when he was Prince Regent, Hampton Court Palace (home of Henry VII), and The Tower of London where the Crown Jewels can be seen. For more information on these, and other unoccupied Royal residences, click here.

Osborne House.  Photo from Wikipedia Commons WyrdLight.com

Osborne House from the lower garden, Isle of Wight. Photo from Wikipedia Commons WyrdLight.com

I won’t go in to any more detail here, but if you have time, explore The Royal Residences of Great Britain preferably in person, but, if nothing else, online.  It gives such a wonderful picture of the United Kingdom’s Monarchy and the rich history of the country.  Happy exploring.

Kensington Gardens and an afternoon stroll

27 Wednesday Feb 2013

Posted by pat in Art, England, Gardens, London, paintings, sketching

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There is nothing quite like a stroll in a park with a couple of good friends, especially on a magically sunny day in London’s Kensington Gardens.

In to Kensington Gardens on a lovely fall day. Photo by me

In to Kensington Gardens on a lovely fall day. Photo by me

When I was there last autumn, I couldn’t resist a cup of tea in the nearby Kensington Palace tea shop, and then out in to the park.

The entrance to Kensington Palace where there is a special little tea shop. Photo by me

The entrance to Kensington Palace where there is a special little tea shop. Photo by me

There were people strolling and biking, but these three women caught my attention.  They could just as easily be me and my friends in Central Park.  There is something so universal about the scene.

 

Just outside the palace gates, friends move down the path. Photo by me

Just outside the palace gates, friends move down the path. Photo by me

So when I started to paint the scene, I wanted the trees to become almost a halo around the three figures, setting them apart from the world around them. And I cropped it so that the women were the center of our attention.

The three figures become front and center with cropping.

The three figures become front and center with cropping.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As I layered the golden branches, the recollection of mood took over, and the painting definitely took on an aura that was true.

Tones are worked on.

Tones are worked on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And detail was added that I knew would actually be part of a underpainting.  This is the tricky part.

Bolder strokes are added that I want to show through the haze.

Bolder strokes are added that I want to show through the haze.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is always quite scary to then brush over the image to create a mood, and decide how much to cover in the haze and where to remove the overlay of color.  This is why I love oils.  They are forgiving in the layering process.  If it doesn’t work out, you can always add more layers.

A soft layer of gold is added overall except over the figures.

A soft layer of gold is added overall except over the figures.

Finally, detail is added, some of the haze is gently removed, and I have accomplished the mood I originally hoped for.

The final canvas.

The final canvas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The friends are lost in their own world but encased in the glow of the autumn leaves. The perfect day  with friends.

 

 

Golden London

09 Friday Nov 2012

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I have never been to the UK, let alone London, this late in the season.  It may have something to do with My Beloved Brit’s fear of having to actually experience Britain’s cold, damp weather again.

But this November visit I have found to be golden in London’s Kensington area on the edge of Notting Hill.

The last hurrah… golden tree in Kensington Gardens. photo by me

Everyone was out to enjoy the last blast of color even if the skies were grey.

All the bike rental stalls at the entrance to Hyde Park were empty. Photo by me

The arbor at Kensington Palace’s sunken garden has definitely changed since I last saw it in June.

A detail from the arbor at Kensington Palace in November. Photo by me

The air was quite chilly as I sat on a bench under the ash arbor at one of London’s most famous sites. I asked My Beloved Brit when he called me on my mobile, “Why does 50 degrees in England feel so much chillier than 50 degrees in the southern United States?”  He suggested it might have something to do with the damp, windy, grey skies that usually accompany the temperatures. The Grey Country?

The statue of Queen Victoria looks out over Hyde Park and grey skies on the east side of Kensington Palace. Photo by me

The gates at Kensington Palace, laced with gold inside and beyond. Photo by me.

I was quite comfortable walking along Kensington’s roads with my hat, gloves and scarf firmly in place.  It was golden.

Outside the palace gates in the very center of London. Photo by me

A front garden wall on a Kensington side street. Photo by me

Goodbye Autumn.

The final hours near Notting Hill. Photo by me

 

 

Kensington Palace

23 Saturday Jun 2012

Posted by pat in London, The Royal Family, Travel, Uncategorized, United Kingdom

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Kensington Palace

I had so many adventures in England it all seems a blur now that I am home in the US.  I have been going through my photos recalling the details, and realize there were many really special days.

One in particular was a rather dreary morning in London during jubilee weekend. The Queen was busy at Epsom Downs for the races, so I decided to head down to Kensington and see the new renovation of the exhibition halls at the Palace.

A busy dog walker in Kensington Gardens. Photo by me

I decided to take the bus after learning how to get and use an “Oyster” pass.  With the crowds coming in to London for the weekend, it seemed like the sensible thing to do, and it turned out it was easy to use on either a bus or the “underground”.

The busy bus stop at Green Park in London. Photo by me

I got to Kensington Palace at Hyde Park at 10am.  It was gray and misty but lovely and very quiet. Grey skies or not, people seemed to be out enjoying the park and getting on with their day.

People were still enjoying the park despite the misty weather. Photo by me

I did a quick tour of the entry with the statue of Queen Victoria and the sunken gardens, and then headed inside.

Kensington Palace from the sunken garden. Photo by me

The new exhibit was wonderful.  There were several areas to view and each had it’s own personality and distinct style.

The exhibit as a bit cheeky and had a sense of humor to it. Photo by me

The rooms managed to combine the rich history of the royal apartments with a rather modern design element that kept it fresh.

An interesting design representation of Queen Anne’s lost children–out of 18 pregnancies, none survived to adulthood, resulting in the extinction of the House of Stuart, and the throne passed to the Hanovers. Photo by me

I rather like the way London has combined a modern sensibility with their historical past.  I wonder at times if it was a controversial decision or whether the modern Brits just accept it. Everyone seemed quite enthralled by it.

A beautifully restored classic ceiling in the King’s apartments. Photo by me

Either way it was great fun for me, and I actually lingered in many of the spaces, especially the state apartments George I and II.

The staircase to the apartments. Photo by me

There was also a beautiful set of rooms in the exhibition “Victoria Revealed”, where you got a real sense of the life of the wife, mother and woman behind the crown. This is where Victoria spent her childhood and became Queen, and artifacts tell the story of her love for Albert and her great loss when he died.

Victoria’s wedding dress. Photo by me.

And Victoria’s mourning clothes. Photo by me

The temporary display on Princess Diana gave just a brief glimpse in to the life of this famous resident of the Palace,

Two of Diana’s dresses on display. Photo by me

and a chance to see some of her most beautiful dresses.

The whimsical wallpaper leading to the exhibition of five of Diana’s dresses. Photo by me

The golden gates at the south side of the palace were covered in floral tributes to the princess after she died in 1997. In the following days every inch of railing around the palace was covered, “and the flowers stretched out like a carpet into Kensington Gardens.”

The gates to Kensington Palace. Photo by me

It’s interesting to think of the lives that have passed through these hallways.

The history these halls must have witnessed. Photo by me

Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge (Kate) are now preparing a large apartment in the complex to become their future home.  And so the history will continue to the next generation.

In the entry vestibule, some past and current residents are pictured on the walls. Photo by me

I did enjoy my visit, and loved the touch of whimsy and design detail that carried throughout the exhibition, like this directional sign for the public toilets. Those Brits do have a wonderful sense of humor.

 

It is an amazing place.  It makes the imagination run wild when you think who has walked these hallways.

Kensington Palace with the statue of one of its most famous residents, Queen Victoria. Photo by me.

 

 

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