Hippeastrum up close









These gorgeous little ducks were at a weir close by the farm. I think they are Australian Wood Ducks.



I might be entering a new photo phase, arty shots. I was playing around with a picture of the the palm tree out front of the house and this is the result. I must take a realistic photo for comparison, but this is a fun shot.

I saw a much better shot of this flower and realised that it was growing in a dilapidated part of my garden. I enjoyed experimenting with different angles. This is the result.

2. Darker edges and I tried to emphasise the curves.

3. It got wet. I needed to do more with the drops!

4. I ended up liking this shot most. It’s quite unnatural this way. The flower should probably droop downwards.
The light was on the right hand side and the photo was rotated. I liked the angles…

I’ve forgotten what the name of this flower is. It’s quite common and thrives with neglect. Please help out.



An Australasian Darter

Found a Grevillea (please correct me if I’m wrong) on my wanderings and loved its flowers. Loving the spirals here.




For Cee’s Flower of the Day Challenge (FOTD)
For Debbie’s Six Word Saturday Challenge

Stand up properly, someone is watching.

Let’s just go for a swim.

Turn around and jump in too.

He might have long legs but his wings are also impressive.




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