Not as Famous as Frederick Law Olmsted But He SHOULD Be
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- In this video, I dive into the intriguing world of landscape architect Jens Jensen. A man whose views on nature and conservation were ahead of their time.
Join me on a journey through the drama, romance, and enduring legacy of Jens Jensen, the maker of public parks and the man who stood his ground for the love of natural beauty.
Thanks for watching.
Credit for images and video clips used in this video
Historical film clips provided by the library of Congress
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Images of Jens Jensen used with the kind permission of The Clearing Folk School. Thank you.
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Images of Henry and Clara Ford are in public domain and taken from Wiki Commons.
Images of Jensen's landscape plans from the Henry Ford website and the Jens Jensen archive at the University of Michigan
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Misc images from wiki commons as referenced below:
Bayview, MI railroad
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West Atlas oil spill image
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Dead fish image public domain wiki
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Steel plant along coast - public domain
Photo archive Chicago parks
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Columbus Park Lily Pond
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South Chicago empty lot near steel mill
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Dam at the Henry Ford Estate - Wiki free use license
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Reference materials used to understand the life and work of Jens Jensen:
Jensen article Haiti Trust - Jensen: Landscape architect by Ragna Bergliot Eskil in American Scandinavian Review
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Article written by Jensen about his work from the archives of Saturday Evening Post dated March 8, 1930.
Grese, Robert E. "Jens Jensen: Maker of Natural Parks and Gardens (Creating the North American Landscape)." Paperback edition, published on June 25, 1998.
Jens Jensen memoir
Jensen, Jens. "Siftings." Johns Hopkins University Press, 1990.
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Thank you for sharing the story about Jens Jensen. I loved hearing his comments about the beauty of the prairie. I went to college in the midwest coming from the East Coast. I learned to see the beauty in the prairie and the native plants. Jens had great foresight when he spoke about how man was destroying the earth at that time, but sad that we did not listen.
I'm glad you liked the video. He has a lot of wisdom to share. That's for sure.
When you make this type of video I feel as if I’m right there with you, and I get a wonderful education in a small amount of time! I also love the videos of your garden! Thank you. Peace-
Thanks so much for your kind note.
Great video Sue. So interesting. Jenson was a great preserver of natural landscapes and also able to create beautiful long lasting parks. And the boat house with the layered stone is fabulous. Thanks for sharing this piece of garden history.
Thanks for checking out the video JoAnn. He was definitely ahead of his time.
Very interesting to learn about Jensens design for natural landscaping. Beautiful composition of this video of his gardening legacy. A true artist and naturalist.
He was remarkable. I'm glad you liked the video.
Another great historical account of a landscaper I hadn’t heard of. Your video production is also brilliant, you are becoming a very accomplished moviemaker.
Many thanks! I appreciate your kind comment.
I agree. I so enjoy these historical vignettes.
Very interesting! I loved this video so much, I shared it on my own FB page. A lot can be learned from this visionary, but until your video I knew nothing of him or his contributions. You're a great narrator and teacher!!
Hey..thanks for sharing the video on your FB page. I appreciate it.
I learned of Jens Jensen from Martha Stewart when she wrote about her mansion in Maine built for the Ford family. Impressive landscape design!
Oh yes. That property in Maine is a master piece, isn't it? How fortunate it is in the hands of a great artist like Martha Stewart.
Love the history. Nice to learn of someone who lived more by principle than cash flow.
I thought the same thing. He loved nature and was unwilling to compromise.
Thank you for bring us along. Fascinating!
You bet! Thanks for watching.
Thank You so much for sharing Sue 🥰 I love these biographies 🥰
Thanks for watching the video Jasmine. I was amazed at Jensen's story. I was introduced to him from my visit to the Henry Ford Estate Fairlane. Can you believe the drama?
I always always learn something new in this channel , besides learning about gardens I learn history. I love your channel .
That is so kind. Thanks so much for being here.
@@GardenMoxie thank you for sharing all the stories , keep it coming we be here watching.
@@thegonzalezs4953 Thanks for that!
Your beautiful narration and the visuals brought me to tears! My friends laugh because I’d rather have fieldstones than an expensive purse! Thank you 🙏
Thank you. Field stones are WAY better than an expensive purse.
Just imagine if this man was allowed to design our city spaces. What lovely, efficient spaces we could be enjoying now.
He designed so many amazing spaces. I think my favorite is the house he designed for Edsel Ford in Maine. That property is called Skylands and it was purchased by Martha Stewart. It is AMAZING!
Refreshing, inspiring. So well done. Thank you for bringing to us.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the inspiration video with your relax and warm of your sound 😇keep the story time going 🍁
Thanks for your note. Isn't it amazing to learn about the incredible impacts a single gardener (or Landscape Architect) can make on the world?
Thank you making these kind of videos. I love your videos! They are educational and filled with inspirations. It is these videos that really motivates me to get in my garden and get things done. It gives me the courage to keep designing or re-design my tiny garden and I thank you for your videos.
Thanks so much for the words of encouragement. I am glad to hear you like the videos. I am working right now to figure out who I will cover next.
I am delighted that I stumbled upon your RUclips videos...this one about Jens Jensen was so special. I'll be watching all your videos...catching up
Thanks so much for the kind note. I appreciate you being here.
Fantastic video. I enjoyed the story and the history.
Thanks so much for watching. I'm glad you liked the video.
Wow he was ahead of his time
on importance of natural gardening
He really was ahead of his time. He left quite a legacy.
I've been given the opportunity to be the Master Gardener tasked with the restoration of one of Jensen's garden designs in Illinois, it's the opportunity of a life time.
How lucky are you! I would love to hear all about your project.
Very good. I have book on Jens Jensen , by F. Eaton, I wish I could read Jens Jensen book, Siftings
I bought the book Siftings and it is very good.
I believe that his great, great grandson is continuing his legacy near Madison Wisconsin.
Fantastic! I need to do more research into that. Thanks for sharing.
You’re getting quite good at these garden history stories. Thanks so much!
Thanks so much for the kind words.
I enjoyed this story immensely. It ended too soon for me. So glad that Jensen held firm to his convictions regardless of the cost. We need more of that today.
Thanks so much. I'm glad you liked the video. I agree we need more inspiring folks like Jensen today.
He was ahead of his time. He reminds me of John Muir who started the Sierra Club .
He does remind me of John Muir as well. Aren't these people inspiring?
I discovered your channel recently. I like your narrative style.
Your approach to suburban design is refreshing. Your advocacy of native plant use is timely and important.
The video on Jensen was very interesting.
I hope those of us who have converted our lawns for the benefit of biodiversity can inspire others to do the same.
We are in "year two" of our five year plan. The rewards of this stewardship are already being seen with new colors, lifeforms, and fragrances.
What a gift nature provides!
How inspiring! I love hearing about other people that are having success. I was amazed at the number of pollinators in my new garden. I can't wait to continue. Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Wow I really like these garden history videos you have done. I haven't seen that anywhere else. Good job I love the story!
Thanks so much.
I’d never heard of Jens and I thank you for bringing his story to us. Extremely interesting! I’m certainly enjoying your channel.
Thanks so much. He is such a fascinating character in Landscape history. I find his story inspiring.
This video was well done! Great editing and valuable information presented in a unique way.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the kind words.
Great info on a great designer. Would love to see more videos of this nature; and, of course, more videos of your beautiful garden.
Thank you. I am glad you liked the video. Thanks for being here.
I would love your take on the gardens at Belle Isle
I love Belle Isle and I am so excited that they are currently restoring the conservatory. Are you interesting in the overall story of how the island ended up as a park?
@@GardenMoxie A history of Belle Isle would be interesting as we would learn who had the foresight to set aside this space as an urban oasis. Also maybe a walk through the Oulduff (spelling?) designed gardens.
@@donnaengland335 It is a cool place. I have a video on my channel about the Oudolf garden if you want to see it from last Fall. I haven't been there yet this season.
I went back and re-watched the Oudolf video. Thanks for reminding me!
@@donnaengland335 Thanks for checking it out.
Beautiful video, interesting. Thank you 💖🪴💖🪴🌿
So nice of you
You’re a great narrator! Ty for sharing his history!
Thank you. I am glad you liked the video.
Lovely video!! Great info and photography is absolutely first rate!! Loved ideas Mr. Jensen espoused!! ❤❤🌻❤❤
Hey..thanks so much!
I grew up in Beverly and spent many happy days at Crescent Park, which he designed. I later worked for Ford Motor Company and was able to spend time at the Ford Estate. Thanks for posting this.
Thanks so much for sharing your comment. I worked for Ford and volunteered at the Henry Ford Estate in the gardens. I just love the story of a place. Thanks for watching.
Late to the party here, but this is wonderful! My Dad was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, and we used to talk about open space, houses that blend into their surroundings, and the effect of one's environment on their well being. I don't know if he was aware of Jensen, but he would have loved this video. I found some very interesting articles he'd saved from his early days (1958) working for the Los Angeles County Planning Dept. I'm always pleased to learn of people with vision who were ahead of their time, and focused on the benefit to humanity and the planet. Thank you for sharing this terrific story.
I love Frank Lloyd Wright too. Thanks for your note. I'm glad you liked the video.
I so appreciate all the work you put into your videos. Thank you for bringing the past back into life.
Thank you. I have to admit that I am crazy about history and the stories about historic gardeners. It amazes me how much people accomplished from shear observation and experimentation. So inspiring.
Fascinating! I so relate to gardens being a peaceful place. I must visit HF Estates next season. I'm 61 lived 10 min away for many years and have never been. Thank you for this. 😊
Thank you . I think you will enjoy visiting the grounds at the Henry Ford Estate.
Interesting story, made me happy to hear someone was concerned about the landscape during the industrial revolution and the impact they made during that time as an individual. Thank you for sharing and great job putting together the video and information. Looking forward to learning more!
Thanks so much. I am glad you liked the video.
I have never heard of him but I love his landscapes and his ideas....... can you imagine what he would say and do if he came back today !
Thanks for watching. I think he would keep sharing his love of nature and urge all of us to care for it. He is an inspiring character in terms of his love for landscapes.
Love it, especially garden design with fascinating story/history. Well done!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Cool video, I watched it for my landscpae architecture class.
I'm glad you liked the video. Thanks.
I already knew of Jensen but had never heard his quote about man destroying nature - iit should be sent to every state representative with the date he said it posted!
Indeed! That is an excellent suggestion.
Brilliant, i want to see and increase of his influence throughout the world. We need more of this👏👏
Indeed. He seemed like such a great influence for caring for nature.
Wonderful documentary of Jens Jensen. Thank you🌸🌸💕
I'm glad you liked the video. Thank you.
A very enjoyable video and narration. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your channel always brings me so much joy, Sue!
Thanks so much! I appreciate you watching the video.
Great video! I’ve always been a fan of Jensens work
I'm glad you liked the video.
love these historical videos
Thank you. I am glad you like them.
Very interesting - thx
Glad you enjoyed it
Interesting!!
Thanks for watching. Wasn't he inspiring?