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Saturday, August 27, 2011

Marvellous Day








Straight out of the camera (SOOC) - no editing or cropping













Yesterday was one of those days I was extremely grateful to be home most the day. By 8am this brilliant orange poppy had popped its cap off and quickly unfolded its crumpled, pristine petals for the world to see. Many times I wandered down to capture it's transient glory with my camera and to just admire the vivid pop of colour amongst the mostly green surrounds.

Today its full head is bowed over, touching the ground, drenched in this morning's raindrops.
Here are some of yesterday's treasures for you to enjoy too.

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70 comments:

  1. Holly @ Your Gardening FriendAugust 27, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    AMAZING photos - both the flower and your photography.

    What a truly beautiful specimen this is, and a witness of our Creator.

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  2. Lisa August 27, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Your a Blessing Karen .
    Thank you. xoxo
    and
    Breathtaking images.

    Have a blessed day tomorrow.

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  3. HANS-PETER ZÜRCHERAugust 27, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Grossartige fotos sind Dir gelungen. Gratuliere!

    Herzlichst und liebe Grüsse

    Hans-Peter

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  4. Christina, SwedenAugust 27, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Wonderful!!!
    I like the last one best where the sun shines and makes shadows when the flower is seen from behind, very creative

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  5. SteveAugust 27, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    This is incredible, nicely done!!!

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  6. Charlene N. K.August 27, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    All images are so beautiful, but I love the last one best!

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  7. Seraphinas PhantasieAugust 27, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Wonderful fire-orange poppy. Beautiful colors. Amazing are the first, the fourth and the last photo. Gorgeous !

    Have a nice weekend !

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  8. s.cAugust 27, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    You really dig yourself in a subject with astonishing results. Beautiful

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  9. Cecilia ArtistaAugust 27, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Wow - awesome photos of the wonderful poppy!

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  10. Nadege,August 27, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    This is a beautiful flower. I love your first shot with the lighting lovingly highlighting the petals and bright yellow stamens.

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  11. MaiaAugust 27, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Oh, what a beauty!
    I mean not just the flowers but these photos here are professional quality.

    Breathtaking images,congratulations!

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  12. 'TsukiAugust 27, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    The last picture is simply perfect. I love it !

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  13. Bren Graham ThebeauAugust 27, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Brilliant shots! The blackened background makes for one stunning shot!

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  14. RoanAugust 27, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Love the dark background, but the brilliant orange against the sunshine and sky is my favorite.

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  15. Desirae RAugust 27, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Beautiful! I love how the light fills the flower!

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  16. PamAugust 28, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Gorgeous color! Stunning flower.

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  17. GretchenAugust 28, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Oh WOW... everything about that flower is gorgeous! Wonderful captures!! =)

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  18. LindaAugust 28, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Stunning color and light!

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  19. Karin M.August 28, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    Wonderful pictures with stunning color .. The last photo is my favorit, beautiful light ..
    LG: Karin

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  20. CherylAugust 28, 2011 at 2:12 AM

    I grinned from ear to ear as I looked at each new capture. Simply delightful.

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  21. Rosie GanAugust 28, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Wonderful photography.
    Rosie

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  22. Modern MomAugust 28, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    Fabulous shots!

    My entry.

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  23. ReenaAugust 28, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    These photos are just so gorgeous! The dark background just adds to its beauty!

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  24. trumpAugust 28, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    I love those images.....Just saying hello and hoping that everyone is safe during hurricane Irene's journey through the northeast. Richard from the Amish community of Lebanon,pa.

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  25. Kim, USAAugust 28, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Splendid!!
    My Peaches

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  26. leanne can blogAugust 28, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    These are stunning! I love the last one with the sun shining through.

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  27. MarianneAugust 28, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Deine Blüten sind alle so wunderschn und faszinierend.
    Hab einen schönen Sonntag und liebe Grüße

    Marianne ♥

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  28. PradeepaAugust 28, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    These are just GORGEOUS. The orange stands out so beautifully against the black backdrop.

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  29. Connie SmileyAugust 28, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Just gorgeous!

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  30. TeresaAugust 28, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Breathtaking series!

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  31. AnonymousAugust 28, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Wow such great light ~ beautiful :)

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  32. DeeAugust 28, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    really awesome shots!

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  33. KalyanAugust 28, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    simply beautifully captured shots...lovely flowers!

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  34. hello gorgeousAugust 28, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    they are all gorgoeus shots, but my fav....has to be the last shot - awesome!

    hugs

    hello gorgeous xxx

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  35. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Gosh these are gorgeous. You have captured the light so beautifully on these.

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  36. Seeing Each DayAugust 28, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Karen, that last photo just shouts gloriousness - the angle and the way you captured the light. Thank you also for sending the photo blog link.

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  37. kimmykatsAugust 28, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    brought a smile to my face---beauty

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  38. T...August 28, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    stunning, just stunning....

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  39. PatAugust 28, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Fantastic photos! The light is amazing on that lovely poppy!

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  40. MariannaAugust 29, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    beautiful! and so magical!

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  41. Robert KruhAugust 29, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    Just wonderful capture! Well done !

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  42. A Creative GraceAugust 29, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    Wonderful set, really great! So crisp, beautiful colours and great composition...

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  43. Tracey LeederAugust 29, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    WOW WOW WOW thats all I can say. Amazing. Love your shot of "The underside"

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  44. NancyAugust 29, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing at YSB this week. Lovely poppy photos. :)

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  45. JanAugust 29, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Thanks for sharing your great photos of the poppy.

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  46. SaraAugust 29, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Wow, I love these, gorgeous!! Love the intense colour against the black background, but my favourite is the last one, just amazing with the perspective, sun flare and shadows! Wow!

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  47. OneAugust 29, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Superbly gorgeous! Such details on such a simple subject.

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  48. hannahAugust 29, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Glows against the black.

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  49. LizAugust 29, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    What an absolutely brilliant set of photos!!! Just gorgeous! :)

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  50. B i r g i t t aAugust 29, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Absolutely stunning - fantastic shots all :)

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  51. EMilyAugust 29, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    As always...beautiful shots! love the last one!

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  52. Gail DixonAugust 29, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Beautiful shots! I especially love the 2nd one; it appears as though there is frosting in the center!

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  53. ginaAugust 29, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    Fabulous capture....the light is fantastic!

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  54. Lisa GordonAugust 30, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    This series of photographs is gorgeous! I especially love the last one set against that gorgeous blue sky.

    Thank you so much for sharing this today at The Creative Exchange.

    Have a fantastic day!

    lisa.

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  55. Ms. BeckyAugust 30, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    how could one not feel happy, just looking at these? orange is my favorite color and these photos are delicious. happy day to you.

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  56. RayAugust 30, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Gorgeous shots! I love the first one!

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  57. Rosie GreyAugust 30, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    Wow, these are so fantastic!

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  58. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    I think these are the most beautiful photos i've seen to day.

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  59. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    These poppy photos are stunning - especially the last one - wow!

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  60. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Gorgeous shots. I hope you put them on the wall. Fantastisc!!! Thanks for sharing=)

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  61. NayanaAugust 30, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Images are stunning and I love poppy flowers.

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  62. DeannaAugust 30, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Absolutely stunning photos!!

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  63. CedarAugust 30, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Gorgeous shots! Such a spectacular color!

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  64. HeidiAugust 30, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    So, so pretty.

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  65. 4 Lettre WordsAugust 30, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    These are stunning...WOW.

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  66. SusanAugust 31, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Oh my...what can I say, STUNNING??

    Loved each one. Last one was my favorite.

    Love your work♥

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  67. Nics CahillAugust 31, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Brilliant love how you have worked with these. Happy Tuesday, Nics

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  68. LizAugust 31, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    these are great.

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  69. GemsAugust 31, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    I have never seen a poppy captured this way and it is remarkable. I love the contrast with the black background but the joy of the sun and blue sky made me feel all warm and happy...the poppy itself seemed to have life flowing through it....beautiful!

    Gems x

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  70. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessJuly 20, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Left me speachless, Shaking my head on now beautifully you captured this flower.

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