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Pink Dahlia

30th July 201730th July 2017 scottNature Photography

I’ve spent quite a lot of the summer (so far) photographing flowers from my garden… there are quite a few of them, if you check out my instagram feed. But I appreciate that continuous pictures of the same theme can[…]

Dandelion Clock

2nd May 201730th April 2017 scottUncategorised

As much as I hate dandelions in the garden (they’re such a weed!), I do find them fascinating to photography. They have such an interesting structure, especially when in this form – ready to disburse seeds far and wide on[…]

Lilac in Detail

2nd May 201726th April 2017 scottNature Photography

This beautiful, scented flower grows on the lilac bush in my back garden. The bees love it.

The Red Square

30th April 2017 scottNature Photography

This tulip was a deep red colour (and perfectly timed for my 12 red things challenge! Just about managed to sneak in my “April” shot) I like the natural curves and swirls in the centre of tulips… each one is[…]

Hidcote Pink

30th April 2017 scottNational Trust Properties

I found this beautiful pink blossom at Hidcote, one of the most beautiful gardens in England.

Dandelion Dawn

11th April 20173rd April 2017 scottUncategorised

A second, and very different shot of a dandelion – this one was taken on a very early morning walk, the sunlight was golden and at the perfect angle to light up the dandelion for me.

Dandelion Dark

10th April 20173rd April 2017 scottNature Photography

They may be considered a weed, but dandelions have very interesting flowers – especially when you strip away everything else and just focus on the shape of the petals.