Red has always been the most challenging color for me to photograph. But I've learned if I slightly underexpose the photo, the red color doesn't get so washed out.
It has long been my goal with my photos to tell uplifting and/or mysterious stories. The challenge is, of course, how to tell a story with just one image. Here's my latest "Petal Stories Unfolding."
Sunlight dances on translucent leaves, a hackberry's branches reaching for a boundless blue sky. "Sunlight's Playground" captures this simple magic, a reminder that beauty thrives even above our gaze.
Vibrant garden sage blooms in the foreground, its delicate purple petals capturing the essence of spring. Softly blurred rosemary lingers in the background, creating a tapestry of aromatic herbs bathed in the glow of sunlight.
In this macro capture, delicate petals of vibrant purple Texas Mountain Laurel flowers reveal intricate details. Each blossom embodies nature's artistry, showcasing the exquisite beauty and graceful charm of this native Texan flora in mesmerizing miniature.
A peach-colored rose, bathed in the soft glow of dawn, presses against a frosted glass background. Its velvety petals exude warmth, casting an ethereal hue as morning light dances through the textured frost.
Two yellow daisy-like blooms bask in the radiant sunshine, their petals unfolding with a delicate grace. Against a serene watercolor backdrop of brilliant blue, the flowers exude a warmth that mirrors the sunlit dance of nature's vibrant palette.
A mixed media piece captures a stream winding through wildflowers, leading to distant mountains. Towering above, two giant roses and a cosmos flower stand as tall as ancient trees. A lone sailboat navigates the tranquil waters.
This mixed media art captures the beauty of a watercolor landscape featuring a stream meandering through lush countryside. Wildflowers sway in the breeze, while towering red carnations, portrayed through photos, create a surreal, dreamlike atmosphere, blending reality and fantasy.
Vibrant digital artwork featuring intricate flowers and butterflies. Set against a mesmerizing backdrop of gold, pink, and blue sparkly acrylic paint, the composition exudes beauty and charm, capturing the enchanting essence of nature's delicate wonders.