“Garden Sunshine”
“It was June, and the world smelled of roses. The sunshine was like powdered gold over the grassy hillside.”
― Maud Hart Lovelace
I noticed, as I wrote this post, that I have not posted an image since May 31st. That’s what happens when you step away from something for too long; the time gets filled with other things.
The discipline of posting every day has been a very fulfilling experience for me. It forced me to be inspired when I was not and has taken me into the world of writing, which is not something I believe I am very good at. Posting and writing daily has caused me to consider my photos on a much deeper level. Writing about them has allowed me to go back to photos and the words that wrote and reflect back on that time and place. It has become a journal of my journey into me deliberate photography and has expanded my ability to explain much of the ‘why’ behind the photograph as well as the ‘how’.
So, today, as the rain finally falls outside, bringing much-needed moisture, summer is upon as, and so too, are roses.
As those who follow my blog will realize, I have a love for gardening and most plants do very well in my gardens. The one plant I have not been really interested in is the rose. I love the look and fragrance of them, but have not felt a desire to grow the. My father was an avid and successful rose gardener, but for some reason, I never picked up on his particular passion. Perhaps that will be my challenge for next season.
The rose pictured above is actually named Garden Sunshine by the Richmond Hill Horticultural Society and is described by the hybridizer as ” “brilliant yellow, like sunshine in a plant,”. That is an apt description for this beautiful rose. What the description leaves out is the magnificent fragrance. I’m actually looking forward to having them in may garden.
The blossoms I photographed were given to my wife by a family friend who has several of these roses in his garden.
Nikon D800
Tamron SP AF 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 (272ENII)@90mmm
3.0 sec, f/29.0, ISO 100
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Beautiful image and an interesting read. I love roses. Thanks for sharing Ed.
Thank you
Nice to see you back. These are beautiful roses. They look very dramatic against the dark background.
Thanks Candice. My work schedule is so chaotic lately that I don’t have time for what I love doing. Course correction required 😉
I know what you mean about time filling in when we don’t pursue our pursuits!
On another note, I think your narratives (your writing) is good. Intelligently written, relative to the post, and always containing a bit of yourself, your artistic vision or your challenges achieving it.
The quotes at the top of your posts also add interest and impact, and are often well-related to the photo.
Keep up the good work, Ed!
An admiring fan,
Paz
Many thanks Paz
I agree with Paz. I think you write well. I enjoy your reflections on life and nature and introspective narrative, paired well with your creative photos.
Thank you