Imagine - A Tribute To John Lennon
by Dora Sofia Caputo
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Imagine - A Tribute To John Lennon
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Dora Sofia Caputo
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Imagine - A Tribute To John Lennon - Photograph by Dora Sofia Caputo
Strawberry Fields - Central Park West, New York City
Strawberry Fields is a living memorial to the world-famous singer, songwriter and peace activist, John Lennon. During his career with the Beatles and in his solo work, Lennon's music gave hope and inspiration for world peace and his memory and mission lives on in Strawberry Fields.
This tranquil section of Central Park was named after one of Lennon's favorite songs, "Strawberry Fields Forever." Recorded in 1966, the song's title comes from an orphanage in Liverpool, England where Lennon used to go to play with the children. His aunt, who raised him, disapproved but he insisted it was, "nothing to get hung about." Hence, the song's famous lyric.
Strawberry Fields was officially dedicated on October 9, 1985, the 45th anniversary of Lennon's birth. Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono Lennon, worked with landscape architect Bruce Kelly and Central Park Conservancy to create a meditative spot. The black-and-white mosaic was created by Italian craftsmen and given as a gift by the city of Naples. Based on a Greco-Roman design, it bears the word of another of Lennon's songs: Imagine. A designated Quiet Zone in the Park, the memorial is shaded by stately American elms and lined with benches. In the warmer months, flowers bloom all around the area. Along the path near the mosaic, you'll find a bronze plaque that lists the 121 countries that endorse Strawberry Fields as a Garden of Peace.
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September 21st, 2014
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Gayle Deel
Being a long devoted fan of John Lennon I really enjoyed seeing this image. It is a unique experience being there! Thank you for this picture.
Dora Sofia Caputo replied:
Hi Gayle, I am so glad to know you are a devoted fan of John Lennon, so I am! Happy to know you enjoyed seeing this image - iconic in New York City!
Nancy Carol Photography
Congratulations! .... Your wonderful work of art has been presented on the HomePage in the group, 'ART FOR PASSION - PASSION FOR ART'. Thanks for sharing with all of us. If you wish, you can archive it permanently or promote it further in the Discussions Tabs .... Nancy
Dora Sofia Caputo
Thanks so much Kathi for your kind comment and feature in your great Group Mid-Atlantic States of the USA.
Kathi Isserman
It is my pleasure to inform you that your AWESOME photo is FEATURED on the HOMEPAGE OF "Mid-Atlantic States of the USA"! L Please add the photo to the 2021 “FEATURED IMAGE ARCHIVE THREAD.” Thank yo u for participating in the group.
Robyn King
A Wonderful tribute to an incredible musical talent and activist for peace really beautiful!
Dora Sofia Caputo
Thank you so very much Randy for your kind comments and feature in your great Group Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery.
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