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Emerging

Posted by Mike on

Floral Friday
The Little Things – TLT016
Squared – SQ212
Columbus Botanical Garden

Yesterday was definitely a good day to be outside. I had stayed a little longer at work a few days this week so when 3pm rolled around I took the opportunity to head out a few minutes early. A quick stop at home to pick up the camera before walking through entrance of the botanical garden by 3:30pm. I could feel the work week melt away. Time to explore.

As most of you probably know, I have minimal knowledge of my floral subjects but that doesn’t slow me down. I found these little things poking up along the walkway around the pollinator garden near the farmhouse.

Emerging
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/500s, f/4.5, ISO 100

I’m lucky enough to have today off from work (holiday). I’m planning on visiting Callaway Gardens. This time of year is great due to the ever changing blossoms. Plus, the Food & Wine weekends are still going strong and I have more offerings to sample… 🙂

Daffodil Goodbyes

Posted by Mike on

Floral Friday
Columbus Botanical Garden

Being Daffy
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/1250s, f/5.6, ISO 100

All Aglow
Nikon Z f, Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8, 1/250s, f/2.8, ISO 100

Impressions
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/800s, f/5.6, ISO 100

Holding On
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/1000s, f/3.3, ISO 100

Time for Our Goodbyes
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/250s, f/5.6, ISO 100

Missing the Small Stuff

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In The Yard – ITY77
The Little Things – TLT014
Floral Friday

Normally you hear the saying ‘can’t see the forest for the trees’ when you’re keeping your head down focused on the immediate stuff in front of you. I’ve been so focused on the big stuff lately I’m experiencing the opposite. I’ve been working with a financial planner to ensure I’m setup for retirement. I was planning my trip to Florida and I’ve been working on how to explore all my new home state has to offer.

I neglected to look out the window…

The small azaleas next to my window are blooming. The spiraea shrubs along the split rail fence around the apartment complex have also blossomed. The little things need attention too…

Kissing Cousins
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/50s, f/5, ISO 200

Three Amigos
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/50s, f/5, ISO 200

Togetherness
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/125s, f/5, ISO 200

Solo
Nikon Z f, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/125s, f/5, ISO 200

Field of Magenta

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Floral Friday
Squared – SQ207
Columbus Botanical Garden

Field of Magenta
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 250

The Three Sisters

Posted by Mike on

Floral Friday
Columbus Botanical Garden

I thought with the coming weather this weekend it would be nice to see some color (also, because of the B&W yesterday). I’m hoping the camellia garden doesn’t get hit too hard by the weather. The Camellia Fest is a couple weeks away and I’m looking forward to exploring the floral goodness.

The Three Sisters
Nikon Z6 II, Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4 S, 1/60s, 58mm, f/5.6, ISO 140