Alan and I went out into the far pasture this evening so I could take photos of some of the purple wildflowers I saw out there earlier today. It was really HOT and muggy, so we weren't out there for very long. But I did manage to get some fun shots of the flowers, and even a butterfly!
This flower is called a Shaving Brush (or Star Thistle or Basket Flower). We have a BUNCH of these in the pasture! Gobs and gobs! I thought this photo turned out pretty cool -- reminds me of an exploding firework. The flower bloom is about 2 inches across (some were larger, some smaller).
You can see more of the photos I took today in my Flower Gallery. The first 8 shots in the gallery are from today. Enjoy!
Dad says to make a 3'x5' pic for the 4th of July!! It's really cool.
Posted by: Lori W | June 05, 2007 at 05:25 PM
OMGoodness, what an *AMAZING* photograph!! It's an amazing flower too, but *WOW* that photo just captures it and makes it almost surrealistic. It looks both yummy enough to eat *and* big enough to walk through. Such an amazing talent (one of many, I should say) you have ~ thanks so much for sharing! ~ K
Posted by: Kaylyn Conover | June 04, 2007 at 08:03 PM
Awesome, awesome, awesome!!! TFS.
Posted by: Juanita | June 04, 2007 at 02:15 PM
Wow Anna - these new photos of the Shaving Brush flowers took my breath away! What talent you have - thank you so much for sharing it with the world.
Posted by: Ali | June 03, 2007 at 06:59 PM
Wow, Anna, what an amazing shot!! Gorgeous!! tfs!
Posted by: Danita | June 03, 2007 at 06:21 PM
Your pictures of your flowers would make a great calender!!!
Posted by: Tammy Nichols | June 03, 2007 at 04:38 PM
Your pictures of your flowers would make a great calender!!!
Posted by: Tammy Nichols | June 03, 2007 at 04:38 PM
Magnificent! Your photography is incredible!
I so enjoy seeing *all* of your art. Every day is a feast for the eyes. Thank you.
Posted by: Cindy H. | June 03, 2007 at 09:52 AM
Oh I love the colors of this one! is it possible to buy prints of your photography?
Posted by: Rebecca Grohall | June 03, 2007 at 08:24 AM
Beautiful, Anna! I really love the one with the butterfly too! TFS :0)
Posted by: Tracy | June 03, 2007 at 07:35 AM
That is too cool! I wish I had your eye for capturing the closeups. You're an inspiration!
Love your new banner too!
Posted by: Monica | June 03, 2007 at 06:46 AM
I love your new banner Anna. I love your entire site. I check in every day to look at all your beautiful photographs. Did you major in photography in college? You're so good.
Posted by: Jill H. | June 03, 2007 at 06:23 AM
It's beautiful! Love the coloring and the little white tips! I can see your banner full size now and it is gorgeous!!! Now I'm off to check out your PAD!
Posted by: Viv (VivLyn) | June 03, 2007 at 05:03 AM
These flower pictures are amazing! How talented can one person be? I'm a photography geek too, but I'm just learning with my Nikon D40. You are an inspiration!
Amy
Posted by: amy | June 03, 2007 at 03:39 AM
Beautiful flower pictures. I spent some time in my front yard today- moving some plants and planting some annuals. I can't wait for them to bloom. I planted some black eyed susans(I just love those)- they remind me a bit of your Mexican hat flower, which I love also. Seeing all your gorgeous flower photos is making me anxious for mine to bloom.
And I can finally see you new banner full size- it is wonderful! A lovely summer garden of Sweet Miss Daisy flowers! ;0)
Anette (snowmom13)
Posted by: Anette Eakins | June 02, 2007 at 11:17 PM