“Pink Peony” – Stouffville
“Someone was playing piano nearby and the music drifted slowly in and out of my mind like the ebb and flow of ocean surf. I almost recognized the melody, but I could not be sure, it slipped like a cool and silken wind from my grasp.”
― Chaim Potok
Today’s image is another foray into the world of macro photography and I’m loving the effects and subtle details the naked eye misses. In this case, I think the narrow aperture and gradual fade to the distance give the image a dreamy feel.
There is a wonderful softness in the frills of the peony, the petals fading from deep pink to a faded, papery white. The photo, of course, cannot capture the exquisite scent, yet looking at the photo now brings forth those sweet memories and I hope to carry them into the summer, long after the blossoms have faded.
Nikon D800
Nikkor AF 28-70mm f/3.5~F/4.5D @ 70mm
1/125 sec, f/5.0, ISO 200
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I saw a few this morning at work. They were full and open. So beautiful. I hope your morning is going well so far. xoxo
Thank you. My garden is full of them and their wonderful fragrance right now. Enjoy your day as well.
My favorite flowers! This is a wonderful photo 🙂
Thank you.
Beautiful peony. 😀
Thanks. I have about five varieties in my gardens.