Holding on

Jacky Parker

Holding on

I’m sure my Astrantias will soon die back but I just cant resist photographing the last few remaining flowers, added texture here for an autumn feel.
Nikon D330, Nikkor 105 micro VR, ISO160, F/8.0, shutter 1/60, hand held, available light.

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Holding on by Jacky Parker
Holding on by Jacky Parker
  • Teacup

    Teacup

    Gorgeous – great treatment. x

  • Jacky Parker replied

    Thank you Tea cup :D

  • Sarah-fiona Helme

    Sarah-fiona Helme

    Oh, Jacky!!!!!! Next summer I think I’ll be coming along to you for some astrantia photo tips – this is stunning! Is this Moira Reid variety?

  • bevanimage

    bevanimage

    So delicate and lovely, Jacky, and I love the textures!

  • Jacky Parker

    Jacky Parker

    Hi Sarah-fiona, thank you :D this variety is called shaggy but it did not turn out as shaggy as the pictures I have seen, am guessing its because it is a young plant! maybe next summer? you are welcome here anytime but your garden looks far more colourful than mine lol :D

  • Sue Buckingham

    Sue Buckingham

    OMG! I dont think I have ever seen these before… absolutely gorgeous Jacky.. but then again you could make a weed look stunning!! :)) xx

  • Yvonne Hoffmann

    Yvonne Hoffmann

    WOW…this is soooooooooo beautiful…so soft….so dreamy…i love it!!!!!!!
    this is my absolutly FAV

  • katymckay

    katymckay

    So delicate and soft..not familiar with this flower..but it is so lovely !!!

  • Anna Larson

    Anna Larson

    Just to beautiful :) Glad you took the last of the season…:)

  • Kelly Cavanaugh

    Kelly Cavanaugh

    Gorgeous work, Jacky!

  • Mandy Disher

    Mandy Disher

    Absolutely gorgeous, love the texture treatment too.

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    It is an exquisite image, the petals appear to sparkle and I love the golden glow and soft touch on the textures. Beautiful work Jacky.

  • Mabs

    Mabs

    Beautiful capture and treatment – lovely !!

  • Magee

    Magee

    Oh!! How gorgeous is THIS!!!
    Astrantias!!! I’m not at all familiar with it/them, but gosh this is magnificently done. Like tiny, hand-sewn diamonds, delicately placed for effect. Stunning Jacky!

  • Victoria  _Ts

    Victoria _Ts

    This is really gorgeous!!!

  • Joyce Ann Burton-Sousa

    Joyce Ann Burt...

    That’s lovely,
    Joyce

  • Paula McManus

    Paula McManus 29 days ago

    wow, incredible work! :)

  • lorilee

    lorilee 17 days ago

    Sooooooo pretty!!!!!!

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