Book Description

In Doole y's Garden Vince Dooley Illustrated by Steve Penley Vince Dooley, the nationaly acclaimed football coach is also a master gardener whose gardens have been widely featured in national publications, including Southern Living. Thousands have toured his gardens, where he lovingly and eloquently provides insights into his garden design ideas and management techniques for the sultry South. One of the most celebrated artists in America, Steve Penley is best known for his bold and vibrant paintings of historical and popular icons, is widely collected, and is the subject of significant media attention. The friendship between Dooley and Penley is further forged in the stunning, unique collection of images found in In Dooley's Garden. Occasional photographs provide context for over 45 stunning color paintings of Dooley's garden, accompanied with text by Dooley describing the design and providing insights about nature and his love of spending time in the garden. Vince Dooley is the retired head coach and athletic director for the University of Georgia. He is the author and contributor to many books. He lives in Athens, Georgia. Steve Penley is a renowned painter whose work is in galleries nationally and has been profiled in two books about him, as well as featured in many other books and national magazines. He lives in Georgia.