The end of summer found us exploring the enchanting parkland of Stowe National Trust on the edge of Northamptonshire in the heart of England. I captured a few images of my daughter as we wander the grounds of this Georgian garden and parkland dotted with Gothic temples.

The atmospheric 17th-century Elizabethan country house, Kirby Hall, is tucked away on the border of Northamptonshire and Rutland. Thankful to have this hauntingly beautiful place nearby to us. The English Heritage property has been lovingly cared for and offers an experience that will linger with you long after you leave.

David Austin Roses emodies the English Rose. Anyone who has a love for roses is familiar with these romantic fragrant roses. This June, when the roses were at their best, I spent a moody morning wandering this stunning garden tucked away in the West Midlands of England. The experience is nothing short of heaven on earth.

Castle Ashby Gardens is located in the countryside of Northamptonshire. The Italian garden includes a 19th-century Orangery, a butterfly house, nature walks, a tea room and a menagerie. This is a true gem of the county and one of my favorite places to visit. I also share several images taken of my daughter each year when the camellias are in bloom.

The magnolia flower attached to many symbols and is representative of the beauty encompassing femininity and gentleness. When I look at the images of my daughter from this spring afternoon, I see a young woman who embodies feminity, joy, gentlesness and youthful beauty. I also share various ways that you can cook with magnolia blossoms.

Southwick Hall, an Elizabethan house, is nestled part of the ancient hunting grounds of the Rockingham Forest. Every March, the parkland surrounding the house is transformed into a carpet of daffodils. These images are a small attempt to capture the dazzling display. I share the best places to see daffodils and daffodil walks throughout the English Countryside.

January brings a different landscape to the English countryside. The fog and frost on these days are evocative and haunting. Exploring the frozen world offers a new perspective on these winter mornings.

The first snow day is always magical. But in England, it is otherworldly. One feels like they’re walking through a fairy tale or Narnia. The month of January brought us 3 different snow days. Here I share images from on of my favorite villages Oakham in Rutland, The Burghley House in Lincolnshire along with snowy scenes from around our little hamlet in East Northants.

Mid January, snow began to fall just north of us. Determined to find snow, I decided to take my chances and visit the Burghley Estate. I was delighted to discover a light snowfall had blanketed the parkland overnight. It was so enchanting that I decided to return later that day with my daughter Fefe to create these images.

England is known for it’s stunning gardens. I travel through the heart of England to discover a lessen known gardens but are nothing short of enchanting. It felt like I had entered my own secret garden.

Reclaiming Beauty is a collection of images of my daughter in the English Countryside. This collaborative body of work tells the story of a mother and daughter bond in the aftermath of trauma. The English Countryside is their Secret Garden.