The weather forecasts are getting more encouraging which should mean that I can soon catch up with my photowalks. We chose the only warmer and sunny day while we were in Wisconsin to drive down to the North Shore and view the Orchid Show at the Botanic Garden–surely one of our favorite spots in that area.
The orchids were displayed in a variety of ways:
And, individually, they were beautiful:
I love the buds for these that look like ripe berries:
And the backlight on these:
Of course, we needed to take a walk around the gardens themselves which, although pretty barren, provided a few photo ops. I love the shadows cast by the tree, which gave me an idea for a photo project for the year, looking at shadows. I’m almost always drawn to them, so I’ve started a collection.
Loved the contrast of the dried hydrangea which had blown off the plant onto the brick sidewalk.
And, finally, a black and white photo of a favorite view of the bell tower across the frozen pond.
I have a few more photos from this walk for the Winter Photography Scavenger Hunt, which I managed to finish while we were away thinking today (the official start of Spring) was the last day. However, I’ve discovered that the last day is March 31st, so I’ll wait to post them when Eileen’s link goes up.
What a beautiful display of orchids. So many colours, shapes & sizes – Mother Nature is truly an artist. Your black & white photo is quite a statement on winter – you have a good eye.
I’d love to see that orchid show! What a spectacle, and your photos are beautiful.
Thanks for the excursion, Karen. Your objects are beautiful. On our San Diego trips the past three years, we’ve enjoyed walking through the Balboa Park botanic building. Their orchids are amazing also.
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