Of course, I am about to display a number of photos, some single exposures and some doubles. Please keep in mind that no matter how large these flowers appear in these images, they are actually very tiny. I would say that one of these blooms may be smaller than about 1/4th of the size of my littlest fingernail.
Single Exposures
I would have been pleased enough just to photograph the croci one more time, but I was right chuffed to also discover these tiny wonders.
Addendum: when all was done after I had written the above text and pictures, I began to think that this is one flower photo that just might, possibly, look good in b&w. While I was at it, I did two things that I don't normally do. First I added a border, and then I added a title.
I am guessing these are buds, not yet opened? What delicate beauty. You captured it well.
ReplyDeleteYes. We went by today. They were open and they hang their heads over. Still tiny. I was sans camera, but it was a dull, miserable day anyway. I hope to get back.
DeleteI hope so too. They are new to me.
DeleteThese photos are wonderful. The double exposures are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI really liked finding them.
Deletewhat wonderful tiny buds...can't wait to see them open!
ReplyDeleteI like them as buds but will try to get back, but the weather ...
DeleteLovely. I even like the double exposures. ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe doubles were more like regular photos this time. It depends on the subject matter.
DeleteThe b&w does look striking except one would never know what color that stripe is and it is unusual.
ReplyDeleteI thoguht it would be dramatic, and I think it is.
DeleteIn answer to Granny Sue, I am pretty sure they are buds and will open to tiny petals. My mother had these, only she called them 'squilla' in my recollection, and they were a medium blue when they opened.
ReplyDeleteAC, you have outdone yourself. Love these and the shots are so tiny and perfect. Worth the dirt on the pants and the chuffing up and down, for sure.
Thank you, Mary. They were such a treat. I have seen blue ones that are bigger. BTW I've also answered Sue, above.
Deletewhat wonderful close-ups!
ReplyDeleteIt was worth the trouble, I think.
DeleteBeautiful photos. Seems like these tiny flowers often get overlooked, but on closer inspection, they are gorgeous! I like your use of double exposure.
ReplyDeleteHmm. Those are very interesting, new to me, flowers! Unless I may potentially recognize them when fully open. I hope you can get back and create photos of them open to post as well.
ReplyDeleteI like both the color and the achromatic versions. Both work well!
PipeTobacco
Small but mighty. I love how you fill the frame so we can enjoy them too.
ReplyDeleteThese look exquisite. Fun to create the beauty using varying DOF
ReplyDeleteI haven't found a crocus patch this spring. Bright color in your photos.
ReplyDeleteThere isn’t anything blooming here yet! These are beautiful, AC.
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful find!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh. Those are beautiful! I don't think i have ever seen them before. Well captured!
ReplyDeleteThey do look like crocuses although they are much smaller.
ReplyDeleteYour macros are always a delight to see! I'm sending over a young blogger to see your photography. She's just learning about macro and I think, would love your blog.
ReplyDeleteHappy Easter...
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Donna
Whichever way round, they are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLovely captures. Happy Easter to you ❤️
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I recognize these not from the name but from looking them up. I have a version of these growing in one of my little gardens, but I think the deer eat the tops off from them. They look like tiny stars when opened.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous job. Your double exposures inspired me to try it out too. I had fun.
All of them are beautiful and I do love your B&W version!