Tulips are an irresistibly favourite flower of the Spring season. It’s hard not to love their cheerful blooms in a whole spectrum of colours.
I recently came home with a rainbow bouquet and bunch of “rhubarb and custard” blooms.
It was hard to resist photographing them in their prime. But as the flowers withered and petals dropped, I found them even more compelling.
Flowers in death are as beautiful as when they’re freshly picked. What do you think?
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A second lockdown and five different types of blooms. Time for some indoor photography. READ MORE BELOW
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England’s second national lockdown has seen closures in an effort to keep people at home and curb the spread of coronavirus.
The M&S Foodhall here in Manchester – an essential store and still open – has a ‘pick and mix’ floral selection for creating your own bouquet at home.
I broke the rules and chose four varieties for their colours and interesting structures, perfect for macro shots.
Indigo Veronica stalks, cushions of yellow Goldenrod, fluffy Umbellifer and dramatic Sea Holly. Standalone beauties!
I also bought miniature chrysanthemums. Tap/click image for more flower photos
I bought two bunches of these popular wedding flowers for the first time and wasn’t impressed. Read more below
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The stalks of my Freesias seemed too tall and spindly, with the blooms perched on top like Triffids. And I was none too keen on their pungent fragrance.
It wasn’t until I photographed these flowers at close quarters that I appreciated their beauty, with delicate mauve and robust pastel pink and yellow petals.
By using a variety of backgrounds, these specimens became photogenic and versatile. I wonder what’s next in my ongoing indoor floral project?
A magnificent bunch of Asian Lilies. There’s little to match these flowers’ exuberant beauty and heady perfume that fills a room.
This spray came tightly closed and unfurled over a few days.
They are still displayed on my mother’s memorial table and are a fitting tribute.
Crisp, crunchy, succulent and juicy. Warm summer days make cool salad a welcome meal which doesn’t involve the heat of cooking. With their colours, shapes and intricate structures, these tasty friends are a joy to photograph on their journey to the salad bowl. This was a home shoot with an upside – plenty to eat for days to come.
