Bee Balm

The multitude of cheery bright spiky blossoms of the bee balm plants always brighten my day in the summer. Dramatic in red they certainly make a statement since we have so many that have spread and taken up a large portion of the garden that was once used only for growing vegetables. I photographed a few stems that I plucked from the garden and wanted to share them:

Purple Coneflower

I spotted the Echinacea purpurea or purple coneflower blooming in the yard today so had to pick a specimen to photograph! It always amazes me when I take close up shots of flowers what the camera picks up that my naked eye can't see. I enjoyed taking a lot of photos and thought I would share a few of my personal favorites below.

Hydrangea

I have always adored hydrangeas. They have such stunning lush flowers and I am constantly intrigued by the various colors of the blooms. Every year seems to bring different shades of violet, pink and blue. I cut three long stems this afternoon and decided to capture their glory with my camera. Several of my favorites are featured below.

Perfect Pink Peony

As I strolled around the garden today I was delighted to find the pink peony in bloom. The fragrance and beauty of the bloom is so delightful. I decided to sent up an impromptu photo shoot so I could capture the delicate loveliness of this graceful pink flower.

Adorable Wedding Shoot

All photos by Dottie Photography

Friday Etsy Fave

Love and Knowledge Fine Art Print by Sarah Moldovan

Natural Beauty

I adore these amazing calla lilies captured by f2images on etsy. Aren't they pretty?

Tickle Me Tuesday

What's tickling my fancy today? These super cute and creative wedding invitations!

Photo by Jessica Claire

  



 

Fashion

I adore the simple sophistication captured in this photo by Katya de Grunwald.

Amazing Wedding Shoot

Had to share! How spectacular are these wedding photos by Jessica Claire? I can't even pick a fave!

Tickle Me Tuesdays - Dreaming Of Spring

It's been a while since I have posted anything. All of the bad snowy weather we have been having has been dragging me down! I am ready for spring already. As I sit here daydreaming of spring, I am happy to join Sarah's Tickle Me Tuesdays over at Yes Teacher! and share some spring inspired finds. Oh how I love spring green!

Flower parasol photograph by Honeytree photography

Sun kissed photograph by Honeytree photography

Starlings and Magpie photograph by Lucy Snowe Photography

My Top 10 Photos of 2010

Happy New Year! It's hard to believe that it is already 2011. I enjoyed looking back on the photos I took  during 2010 and have compiled my top 10 here. I hope you enjoy them too!