When the Subject Chooses You: A Burst of Curiosity and Light

In photography, intention often serves as the starting point. But, it is not always the destination. What begins as a careful study of color, form, and composition of a flower can quickly evolve into something far more spontaneous. This image, originally conceived as a portrait of a vibrant orange marigold, became instead a quiet narrative of curiosity, instinct, and the gentle unpredictability of life. At the center of the frame, the marigold stands in soft focus with the orange petals […]

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Okay, so I always thought these were daffodils. My plant knowledge is very basic! They’re in the same family, but they're called Poet’s Narcissus.

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