The Amherst Orchid Show. February 21, 2010
Posted by littlebangtheory in Art and Nature.Tags: Amherst Orchid Show, crappy lighting, orchids
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Too many shots from today’s outing, without many labels or much context.
But then, orchids are amazing enough to stand alone, and haven’t a need for my ignorant ramblings.
So:
A nice grouping, displaying some of the breadth of the Orchid World:
Another, a thirty-second exposure, with a pot on a slow-moving carrousel:
…and some close-ups:
With a few overviews thrown in to break the monotony:
…and a couple more close-ups to get right into it:
Overall, I was disappointed with my catch; the lighting was somehow both harsh and insubstantial, and the requisite long exposures were adversely affected by the vibrations of constant foot traffic.
Still, a sub-optimal day among orchids beats an excellent day at work.
Beautiful, beautiful. Just what our eyes need right now. Wonderful colors. Thank you.
Well, I like the close-ups but the revolving one is very interesting.
Thanks, Ralph. What a perfect reminder that Spring is just around the corner.
You’re all welcome.
🙂