Purple Mum
This is a macro of a purple Chrysanthemum. It was in a flower arrangement that was delivered to my next door neighbor. But she wasn't home to get it so the florist asked me to hold it for her. I already had my camera all set up for some macro work in my kitchen so when I brought the arrangement in, I couldn't help myself. I know my neighbor won't mind and I think I'll frame a print for her. She's a really wonderful neighbor and dear friend.Update on Rob
I spoke with Rob today and he is in Iraq now. While I cannot say exactly where he is, he seems pretty comfortable with his situation so far. He will have fairly regular, perhaps daily access to the internet since he brought his computer with him, and there is decent connectivity there, better than he had in Kuwait actually.
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posted by Laurie at 12:00 AM
31 Comments:
Good colors, excellent detail. Nice closeup!
When you hand this photo to your neighbor unexpected I'm sure she'll be suprised! Beautiful image, what appeals very much to me is the faded outlines of the flower leafs in the background, very pretty. Good to hear you're in regular contact with your loved ones in the Middle East.
Bonjour,
Very well-done close-up shot! Great details! Bravo!
lvoel...it has a nice rich and soft purple colour and i really like the shallow dof as well...
I love this shot, great macro.
Awesome macro!
For some reason it reminds me of a ladies hat.
Stay safe Rob.
Beautiful macro ... very nice details and the color is ogg soo good.
Good to learn about Rob ...
A beautiful image and it will last a lot longer than the flowers! I'm sure that your neighbor will really appreciate it!
It's good to hear that Rob is doing well!!!
wonderful shot laurie,love it....the toning is great...! sooo soothing...
Nice one!
Great purples! I'm glad you can keep in touch with your son!
Crisp Macro, I wish your son all the best, I used to be in the reserves.
What a comfort to be able to hear from your son so often. i continue to think of you and your whole family through all of this.
Fantastic macro and your neighbor will be thrilled to get a photo also.
this is a lovely macro; beatutifully composed and toned.
glad to hear Rob's okay and that you've got decent contact.
your flower's pics are so beautiful..
Beautiful selective focus.
I'm glad to hear your son is doing well. I'm sure everyone who views your blog regularly will keep him in their prayers. He's a patriot and a great American. Here's to hoping he and the rest of the troops return safely home soon.
What a beautiful flower to loose one's self in!
~April
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A stunning and wonderful flow of colors and details.
Excellent!
Great shot and what a nice thought for a gift for your neighbor. Glad to hear Rob is doing okay. Take care!
this is a wonder shot, a macros photo with feeling
Laura, it's hard to control ourselves when we have a photo op like that, isn't it? I smiled at your description because I would have done the same thing. This purple mum is gorgeous--lucky lady having a neighbor who's going to preserve the beauty in a photo.
So glad to hear an update on Rob. Your family is in my prayers.
i've been looking at your pictures. magnificent! i found out about your work because i'm fokke's father!
nice work!
wouter
nice, very nice, colors and macro. well done.
Your comments particularly are appreciate me:))
i like this macro picture!
bellissimo
Really nice macro, the tones are awesome.
Beautiful detail and expertly composed. The subtle, almost subdued purple is perfect for this flower. Good to hear the family is doing well.
Beautiful Laurie! The colour is amazing. Glad you were able to speak with your son too.
Love this. The colors and details are amazing.
Really love what you have done here, colors are rich and so pleasant : )
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