Some of you have wondered what I've been up to since I haven't done a post in four days ... how unlike me! Well, first of all it's a holiday weekend and Peter and I vowed to take a break and enjoy it, and we have. I bought lots of peonies to brighten things up and they're blooming all over the house. Naturally I couldn't leave them alone, I've photographed them nearly every day. I love the way they unfold and spread their petals, as if embracing the world and not being able to get enough of it. And sometimes their petals look like layers upon layers of satin petticoats. I so enjoyed the textures I was seeing I thought I'd see what they looked like in black and white. I've enjoyed doing this and would love to know which of these you like. Leave a comment and let me know.
Thank you Ally, especially for telling me why, I truly appreciate your feedback.
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Posted by: Claudia Danforth Ward | Sunday, June 05, 2011 at 10:30 PM
My favorite is the coloured one at the very top- just gorgeous. but interestingly enough my second favorite is the black and white at the bottom. Maybe it is the contrast b/t the colour which is so vividly pink and then the detail of the black and white.
Not sure but they are just beautiful!
Posted by: ally | Sunday, June 05, 2011 at 09:24 PM
I admit it...I love them all. What an eye you have for photography
Carol
Posted by: carol | Wednesday, June 01, 2011 at 08:08 AM
It has been too dark for too long - bring on the colors of spring!!
Posted by: Paul Angotta | Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 07:25 PM
Linda, So glad you liked the photos.
Posted by: Claudia | Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 02:44 PM
GORGEOUS! Love peonies.
Posted by: Barbara Andolsek Paintings | Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 12:16 PM
B&W adds a touch of mystery and glamour - very 40's!
Posted by: Linda | Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 11:13 AM
They are both beautiful and both the colored and B & W versions have their own wonderful merits.
Posted by: Sally | Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at 01:01 AM
Valerie thank you. What fun!
Posted by: Claudia | Monday, May 30, 2011 at 08:33 PM
Flowers do look beautiful in B&W. You tend to pay more attention to the details when you remove the color. Very nice!
Posted by: Valerie Jardin | Monday, May 30, 2011 at 03:00 PM