The Telling Details
It's in the details that the naïve genius of Milton Walker shines forth
with special lustre. The contrasting textures and endlessly varied patterns
make any visit to the Walker a rich experience. Here are a few examples
to whet your appetite.
Upper left: Detail of paving from the Patio Terrace (1967).
Upper right: Face and Geodes, Bicentennial Tower (1976). The Tower is completely patterned and textured, inside and out. This is the only actual face in the garden, but there are several other representational ensembles to be
seen.
Lower left: Crystal Wall (1979): Butterflies formed of glass and tile fragments decorate this wall, which enfolds the
Walkers' woodpile. This section of the garden features butterfly-shaped stepping stones; the Crystal Wall picks up the theme with childlike zest.
Lower right: Pebble and geode composition from retaining wall at base of Bicentennial Tower. This ensemble is typical
of the delightful patterns to be found in nearly every corner of the Walker Rock Garden.
Upper left: Detail of paving from the Patio Terrace (1967).
Upper right: Face and Geodes, Bicentennial Tower (1976). The Tower is completely patterned and textured, inside and out. This is the only actual face in the garden, but there are several other representational ensembles to be seen.
Lower left: Crystal Wall (1979): Butterflies formed of glass and tile fragments decorate this wall, which enfolds the Walkers' woodpile. This section of the garden features butterfly-shaped stepping stones; the Crystal Wall picks up the theme with childlike zest.
Lower right: Pebble and geode composition from retaining wall at base of Bicentennial Tower. This ensemble is typical of the delightful patterns to be found in nearly every corner of the Walker Rock Garden.