"A reference tool, Natural Surfaces catalogs hundreds of landscape and garden elements for use by artists and designers who draw on nature for imagery. Third in the acclaimed Surfaces series, this book contains more than 1,200 high-quality color photographs capturing trees and shrubs, flowers, foliage, grass, fruits and vegetables, stone and sand, water and sky.". "Selected and organized by a designer for designers, this collection of photographs spans the range of surfaces and objects found in nature. The images offer detailed views as well as longer shots providing a wealth of source material to meet the research needs of landscape architects and garden designers, theatrical and film designers, scenic artists, illustrators, and graphic artists.". "An introduction by landscape designer Gordon Hayward discusses research and garden design, and interviews with landscape architect Laurie Olin, botanical illustrator Christabel King, and wildlife exhibition designer John Gwynne give insight into how these professionals use visual research in their work. A glossary, bibliography, and lists of photo locations and research sources are provided, and a comprehensive index of the photographs makes it easy to find just the image you need."--BOOK JACKET.