Backyard Beauty

It’s like every tree and shrub decided, “NOW!”

Apple blossoms

White cherry blossoms

Lilacs

More white cherry blossoms

And, still more white cherry blossoms

Day 110 – I needed something pretty

And lo and behold . . .

Day 107 – Blue Sky!

The weather has been pretty miserable and dull lately, but today, at least for a while, the sky was blue and the clouds were fluffy.

Day 102 – A little bit of this, a little bit of that

I tried to find some interesting things around the grounds this afternoon. Someone neatly arranged these rocks atop the storm drain.

And I can’t seem to get enough of these dried flowers.

I’ve been wanting to play with HDR some more, so I shot this looking across the lot that is kitty-cornered to our property.

And before I processed these, I had to do my homework: finishing up the models’ photos and getting them emailed off to them. Here is a sampling.

Day 100 – Hidden Butterfly

Wandering around out front looking for something to shoot, I almost walked past this little guy perched on the evergreens.

Day 95 – More 50mm: Around the office

I can’t resist playing with my new toy. On my afternoon break I got a quick picture of our receptionist, Susan. She’s awesome.

After shooting Susan, I took a walk outside. You may recognize these little dried flowers from Day 46. I love the rim-light created by the afternoon sun.

Mama Hawk

I’ve been watching this nest for a while. Today I saw Mama perched in her nest. I pulled over and grabbed my camera. She stayed in the nest for a bit and then jumped out and gave me a show.

Day 92 – Tender shoots

Wow. Three full months down! I can hardly believe it. Day One of Month Four on deck.

The backyard is starting to spring to life . . .

My peony, a gift for my wedding shower in 2002, has never failed to provide spectacular blooms. I’m always happy to see these quick-growing shoots make their appearance.