Wednesday, April 26, 2017

{Mothers Day #Giveaway} Win a pair of passes to #CHIHULYNIGHTS from @Ascending1 & @NYBG #ChihulyNYBG

Coming up empty on Mother's Day Gift Ideas this year?

Tired of the same old same old?

How about an experience instead?

I recently attended the media preview day of  the latest Exhibition at The New York Botanical Garden for Dale Chihuly which will run through late October (10/29 to be precise).

As usual, I have taken more photos than I can possibly fit into one post so I will create a Pinterest Board that will be a work in progress of the exhibition. (When the board is completed the words "Pinterest Board" will become clickable).

Do you think Mom would like an experience that combines nature, art, and music in a very special setting?

I come with a Special Giveaway!

The 'evening version' of this exhibition called 'CHIHULY Nights' where the exhibition will be infused with an almost magical energy as the artworks created by Dale Chihuly will be illuminated which will heighten the drama and luminous quality of Dale Chihuly's colors and forms when lit under the evening sky is all yours, read through for your chance to win a pair of tickets to CHIHULY Nights at New York Botanical Garden.

In the Visitor Center plaza there will be a rotating lineup of performing artists and musicians, and Avion Tequila cocktails will also be available for purchase.

Media Day Intro:


AboveThe New York Botanical Garden is the perfect setting for Dale Chihuly’s art,” said Gregory Long, Chief Executive Officer and The William C. Steere Sr. President of NYBG. “Our historic landscape is an open-air museum, providing a thrilling opportunity for our visitors to see the spectacular installations, especially when they will be lit at night. The exhibition will be a more holistic look at the legacy of Chihuly the artist. We are extremely grateful to our sponsors and everyone whose support is making it possible for us to bring this experience to our existing and new audiences.”




Above: The artist had a show at the New York Botanical Garden in 2006, but the NYBG says the new exhibit is much larger and much more fully-realized. Gregory Long (pictured above), the NYBG’s president, referenced the 2006 show as “only a taste of the real thing… this one is bigger and better.” CHIHULY incorporates a broader and more diverse terrain across the garden, from inside the Enid Haupt Conservatory to the Metz Library and all around the wooded grounds.


There are more than 20 installations of Chihuly’s beautiful glass works all in all. His staff and the NYBG worked together for two years as they prepared for the opening and installation of the works took three weeks, with many large trucks from Seattle delivering the glass pieces.

Above: Citron Sun by Dale Chihuly welcomes visitors to the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory at New York Botanical Garden.


Above: Citron Sun Close Up!


Above: I couldn't resist the temptation to get super close up and capture the vibrant color and detail in this installation.

Where Nature Meets Art:

Above: I loved the Dragon Tree 'Colorama' juxtaposed against Dale Chihuly White Tower with Fiori New York Botanical Garden, CHIHULY 2017 - Photo Credit Tracy Iglesias

Above: I zoomed in to get a close up on the vibrant color and detail on this installation as well

Above: I thought I'd get in close to the bottom of the installation as it makes it appear as if it is growing straight up out of the rocks!

Above: CHIHULY Exhibition Scarlet and Yellow Icicle Tower, New York Botanical Garden 2017 Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias


Above: CHIHULY NEON (don't worry I got a close up, see photo below)

Above: NEON by Dale Chihuly - yes I zoom in again for a bit more detail, see below

Above: Neon 206, a busy outdoor work that features over 1,100 feet of neon and acrylic arranged into a glorious tangle!

Above: I spot Blue Herons by Dale Chihuly poking out from the Native Plants in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, New York Botanical Garden 2017 CHIHULY Exhibiion. Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias



Above: The juxtaposition of the plant life with the art installations is captivating and a photographers dream! Photo Credit: Tracy Iglesias



MY TAKE:

My recap coverage is so extensive I will have to split into a few pieces so you can get a sense for how much of the grounds the exhibition really covers! I can't wait to experience the installations by night as well so I can see the pieces lit up against the night sky. So keep checking back for our Wordless Wednesdays - they won't be wordless because obviously - I am never wordless - but they will be photo heavy!

I love this exhibit and can't wait to check it out at night!

WIN IT:

Tell us your favorite memory experience with your mom! Leave a comment on this post on a cherished memory with your mom and don't forget to use the rafflecopter widget to enter the contest. Did you have a favorite place you would always visit with your mom?

Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter (if the widget seems 'stuck' just refresh your browser, it might have 'fallen asleep while you were reading!):

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Please Note: This giveaway is only open to those 21 years of age and above. Ascending Butterfly will NOT be held responsible if you are denied access to the event or bar because winner or guest is not of age, there are NO subsitutions to this prize)

The Prize: This giveaway includes one pair of passes to CHIHULY NIGHTS (one winner and one guest) It does NOT include airfare, hotel, parking or any additional expenses.

Leave a comment on this post on a cherished memory with your mom and don't forget to use the rafflecopter widget to enter the contest.

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FTC Disclosure: No monetary compensation has been received, and all opinions are 100% my own! I covered the Media Day as press and the giveaway is sponsored by NYBG but NOT compensated. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 16 CFR, Part 255 - Guides Concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising, you may check our Giveaway and Disclosure Page for additional information regarding Ascending Butterfly Disclosure.

35 comments:

  1. Wow... I've never seen anything quite like this. I''ll have to keep this in mind for mother's day (or any day!) what a cool giveaway : )

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  2. Oh wow. I would love to visit the New York Botanical Garden. I got to the Chicago Botanical Garden frequently, and it's an amazing experience.

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  3. Aww, I love Chihuly sculptures! I even got to go to the museum in Seattle to see them.

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  4. Wow what an absolutely beautiful place. The photos are just stunning as well, I would love to visit myself.

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  5. I experienced Chihuly glass while visiting Seattle and it was beyond stunning! Any chance to see such masterpieces can not be missed.

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  6. What a cool place! If I lived closer, I'd be entering this giveaway. It looks like such a fun and unique experience.

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  7. These are so beautiful. I would love to go see all of these in person. You took some great photos.

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  8. This is so cool! I am obsessed with the work of Chihuly. He is so talented!

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  9. What a great giveaway! I absolutely love visiting every state's Botanical Gardens. Every state has different things to offer and their own beautiful flowers.

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  10. This has to be one of the coolest places EVER! I would love to go but I am no where close to it. Good luck to all who do enter your drawing!

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  11. I LOVE Chulily glass!! We have a couple of his glass fixtures at the hospital I work at!

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  12. I wish I loved close enough to enjoy the NY Botanical Garden. I have a membership at the Chicago Botanic Garden and I visit there every Mother's Day--it is perfection!

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  13. Great art. Never seen like this before. I hope we have these kinds of art. This is something unique and new to me.

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  14. I never experienced art like this. It looks so lovely and I bet in person it takes the breath away. I'd go see this in a heartbeat.

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  15. Wow! What a wonderful garden. It is really impressive! I love it super. I would love to go there.

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  16. Amazing pictures & art published here. Really loved looking them!

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  17. Beautiful art! Never seen something like this before! Really beautiful!

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  18. I love the idea of gifting an experience rather than a tangible item. It's so much more memorable!

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  19. The The New York Botanical Garden for Dale Chihuly would indeed be amazing to see. I know my mom would love to see it. I love the art with the flowers and plant. Thanks for sharing the amazing photos and giveaway.

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  20. What a fun experience. These are beautiful and unique. I'm sure it's so amazing when they are lit up.

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  21. The place looks stunning and so does the images! Seems like you had a gala time! thanks for sharing with us!

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  22. These photos are amazing. I would love to see them in person. I just love the way they all look. I love unique pieces like these.

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  23. WOW! This is such a cool giveaway to win. I would love to visit the Botanical Garden in New York.

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  24. Amazing!!!You are inspiring so many people. Very great idea. Keep on developing it. I wish you all the best. Dominik

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  25. Looks interesting and awesome! I Would like to experience that kind of event.

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  26. Beautiful pictures. We have a Botanical Gardens here in the DC area and we love to go and visit. Ours isn't nearly as creative as the one in NYC.

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  27. These botanical gardens look incredible. I have never seen such colors before in plants. I will have to check to see if I have one near me for sure.

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  28. This looks so heavenly... you have captured every piece of it beautifully... no words can describe how gorgeous each art looks...Thank you for sharing this ...

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  29. wow!These are amazing captures from the Botanical Garden.The dragon tree is wonderful.Really great artwork together with nature...

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  30. What an amazing work of art! We missed visiting the Botanical Garden when we were in New York. I can't wait to visit the Big Apple again.

    -Lynndee

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  31. Do you know my family and I are original from NYC and never been to the botanical gardens? When I go up this summer I want to make sure to visit.

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  32. The artwork looks stunning! Wish I was there to be able to go see it.

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  33. Wow that is some amazing artwork! Thanks for sharing

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  34. Love the time where we took my crazy mom to an Amy Schumer movie and watched her laugh the entire way through

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  35. Wow! I'd personally love to visit this place after seeing your pictures! You have taken some amazing shots!

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