Murphy Hektner, APSA
About the Image(s)
Nikon D850 and Nikon 200mm macro lens on tripod.
IS0 1600; 1/125sec; f/13
This was shot is the early m. I used a Photoflex Soft-gold reflector to reflect some additional light into the flowers.
We have a large clump of Spanish Lavender growing in a large container on the back deck. Was deadheading old spent flowers and happened to notice this composition of 3 flowers that looked attractive. Forgot about deadheading and retrieved my gear and went to work on this arrangement. Darkened the out of focus greenery in the distant background somewhat, however not to the point of it being totally jet black.
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7 comments posted
(Group 65)
Wow, just beautiful. Nicely composed. It is a uniquely shaped flower with lots of texture. The deep lavender color pops against the dark background. I like the hint of green. The details on the flower and stems are sharp. Well done.   Posted: 06/08/2022 17:48:43
By the way, what is "deadheading" ?
  Posted: 06/09/2022 14:22:25
In answer to your question what is "deadheading". Deadheading is the term used in the nursery trade and by experienced gardeners and it is the cutting off of old spent flowers from the plant. If this is not done the plant will think the growing season has ended and quit setting new flower buds. If the old spent flowers are removed the plant will continue to set new flower buds and will continue to bloom for a much longer time.   Posted: 06/09/2022 23:38:20
(Groups 24 & 48 & 58)