The photography studio gave me their leftover flowers from their photo shoot. I excitedly took them home and tried to find interesting ways to photograph them. Here’s a close-up with a blurred background. While creating bouquets in my kitchen I … Continue reading Something old, something new and pretty flowers in bloom!
I needed fresh air this evening. It was the perfect opportunity to explore my backyard. Spring arrived almost a month ago but I haven’t taken the time to admire my plant ‘children’ that are sprouting from the ground. I feel … Continue reading Fresh Air!
I have a Passion Flower vine I’ve written about in the past. I have a love-hate relationship with it because it has taken over the backyard. But it’s also so pretty and fragrant. The butterflies are a bonus. But if … Continue reading Passion Flower Crown
I’m using winter as my excuse to let the garden remain in shambles. But I must admit I’m generally embarrassed when friends come over and have to step around the dead plants along the walkway. This weekend I decided to … Continue reading Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
I wasn’t sure if my box lights were designed for the winter. I decided to take a chance and take one outdoors for a night photo shoot in my backyard. Technically, my backyard is a mess with an overgrown passion … Continue reading Winter Wonderland
I purchased the butterfly bush hoping it was true to its name. It lasted several years attracting butterflies to the garden. It took me awhile to place the scent of the blooms – it’s a familiar sweet scent – the … Continue reading Butterfly on Butterfly Bush
Driving along Texas State Highway in McKinney, I noticed an unexpected splash of color along the side of the road. I didn’t know where or how to get closer—so I recruited a friend to help make it happen. He parked … Continue reading Sunflowers
Spring at the Dallas Arboretum is the best time of year. I enjoy going multiple times during the season to see the transformation. During this visit the tulips were still in bloom. Some of the tulips were past … Continue reading Tulips
I didn’t want to let the roses go to waste after they were past their prime. So I let them dry. These drooping, sad looking roses make a great subject for photography! I started out with a rose on a … Continue reading Withered yet still a striking beauty!
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