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As discussed- here are the first garden flowers- first few snowdrops and Drabas from yesterday- I saw first crocus this morning, no photo yet. In the wild just poplars and willows so far.
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#FirstFlowers of the year have arrived: Aspens Populus tremuloides are starting to fully open their catkins (willows are just behind, first few open). They may be tiny, but there are millions! Officially wind pollinated, but they do draw insects.
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Midday Sun ☀ ⁠
I usually try to avoid photographing during the midday Sun as it creates harsh shadows and brings out new challenges. But this time, I embraced it! When you position yourself against the Sun, the light reflects through the petals, and gorgeous background bokeh is created through this process ✨⁠
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⚙️ Photo settings: Sony a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/320s, f/2.8, ISO 100, 2 photo focus stack | 29.03.2025.

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Purple Crocus Dream 🌸💜⁠
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Amidst a sea of crocuses, this delicate purple bloom stands tall, catching the soft light of the early spring day. The blend of purple and white petals creates such a calming and magical atmosphere, nature’s way of bringing color back to the world.⁠
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I love capturing these beautiful crocus fields as they bloom in the crocus garden. Composing the purple crocuses with orange crocus in the back created this dreamy combination of complementary colors ✨

⚙️ Photo settings: #SonyAlpha a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/500s, f/3.2, ISO 64 | 09.03.2025.

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Spring Snowflakes Embraced by Gold 🌸☀️⁠
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These spring snowflakes, kissed by the sun and glistening with refreshing droplets, stand out beautifully against a golden backdrop. The soft light embraces the tiny blooms, adding a warm glow to their delicate petals, while the freshness of the gentle droplets and the golden hues make the scene feel peaceful and full of life. ✨⁠
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⚙️ Photo settings: Sony a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/320s, f/2.8, ISO 80, 32 photo focus stack | 08.03.2025.

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Golden Petals in the Sun 🌼✨⁠
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These vibrant yellow crocuses are a beautiful sight, bathed in the soft light of early spring. Their petals open wide, soaking up the sun's warmth and standing out beautifully against the soft bokeh background.⁠
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I love how the crocus blooms never fail to bring such a bright, cheerful energy to the garden. Can you feel the warmth in the air as these flowers start to shine? 🌿🌞

⚙️ Photo settings: #SonyAlpha a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/500s, f/2.8, ISO 50, 19 photo focus stack | 09.03.2025.

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Springtime Magic of Golden Hour ☀⁠
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We're turning our clocks an hour forward this night, which means the evenings will be brighter now and the Sun will set later. I'm so happy about this change; it feels much more like Summer already! Another bonus is later golden hours without needing to hurry going out right as work ends 😄⁠
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These golden hour snowdrop photographs were taken exactly in this scenario - as work ended, I hurried out to catch the last of the golden hour. With no time to spare, I managed to get the gorgeous golden orb bokeh in the background of these spring photographs 🥰⁠
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Which of these two photos is your favorite? I couldn't decide!

⚙️ Photo settings: #SonyAlpha a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/400s, f/2.8, ISO 1250 | 21.03.2025.

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Golden Crocus Glow 🌼✨⁠
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This is one of my favorite captures from the crocus garden visit. A lone crocus standing out among a sea of golden blooms with its delicate petals reaching for the sky. The soft light and the vibrant yellow tones create a dreamy atmosphere, making this early spring flower feel like a little burst of sunshine. ☀⁠
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The crocus always brings such joy to my flower photography sessions—do you have a favorite flower that symbolizes the arrival of spring for you? 🌿💛

⚙️ Photo settings: #SonyAlpha a7 IV + FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS | 1/500s, f/3.2, ISO 80 | 09.03.2025.

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