I came across these flowers in someone else's garden and had to photograph them. The lighting was mid-day so it was quite harsh. The only way I could get the sunflower was with the lighting in the back. The other's I tried to get close and avoid too much glare and shadow. Maralee
Day 238 – Mostly Purple
When I am an old woman, I shall wear purple With a red hat that doesn't got, and doesn't suit me, . . . poem by Jenny Joseph Purple has always been one of my favorite colors. Maybe that is why I have so many purple flowers in my garden. I had a couple of …
Day 236 – Petunias
I had big plans to do some experimenting tonight but I didn't have all the right equipment. I tried to substitute, but it just wasn't working out. I was running out of time so I decided to photograph some petunias on my front porch. The lighting wasn't right and the focus was a little too …
Day 234 – In My Backyard
Yesterday I noticed a flowering plant in my herb garden and at first glance didn't know what it was. Today I looked closer and found that it is my mint that is flowering. I don't think I've ever seen such a big flower on a mint plant before. Our crab apples are starting to grow …
Day 229 – Another Flowery Day
It has been very hot here lately. We have wildfires north and south so no matter which way the wind is blowing, we have smoke in the air. I have a number of allergies and all of this smoke, plus weed pollen and dry air has been affecting my breathing. Needless-to-say, I tend not to …
Through My Lens 