My peonies burst into bloom yesterday. And I am taking my time photographing them, enjoying their lush beauty, and noticing a waft of their sweet scent in our dining room as I walk by. I love… Peony Season Growing up on our Iowa farm my mom grew several peony plants Read more…
Peonies from a distance are beautiful, but take the time to Look Closely and you will see delightful colors, shapes, curls, ruffles, light, and shadow. I never tire of photographing these rich beautiful flowers. You can find beautiful surprises when you look closely at anything. Slow down, savor, and pay Read more…
I had one of those wonderful invitations to engage fully in the moment again this morning when I entered the dining room and noticed the pattern of light glowing through the shade that covers the sliding glass door to the deck. Dramatic shadow and light drew my eye and made Read more…
Every year I pick peonies from my garden to photograph and every year I wonder if I will find ways to make better photos than in past years. “The little boy nodded at the peony and the peony seemed to nod back. The little boy was neat, clean and pretty. Read more…