Moving on to Tulips

Alrighty then, the hyacinth is done, so I bought a tulip. we often have a flower on the table, but I now have a more selfish interest.

Still in bud with just a hint of the colour that will emerge.

I like the simple composition of this shot.

A few days later, the colour became clearer even though the buds aren't yet open.

I think this is my favourite macro shot yet.

Meanwhile, the poor hyacinth had been put outside, but when I noticed snow I decided to open the patio door and get on my belly to squeeze off a shot. It was handheld, so not the sharpest, but I'm glad that I tried.