Reckless Youth by Karthick SaravananReckless Youth by Karthick Saravanan
While following my regular weekend routine of capturing photos at a beach in Chennai, India, I stumbled upon a scene where a boy was playfully interacting with a rope-tied boat, practicing its movement in the sea. Utilizing the dramatic monochrome mode, I captured the sunrise casting shadows as the boys worked together to pull the boat from the sea, . The upside-down kattumaram boat in the frame adds an adventurous and playful element, beautifully illustrating the carefree essence of childhood
Native Lichen by Leanne LindsayNative Lichen by Leanne Lindsay
We were trecking through the lush rainforest on a recent family adventure to Montezuma Falls in Tasmania when I noticed this Native Lichen up ahead, it up with a beam of light, beckoning me to come forward and take a look. The falls were absolutely breathtaking, cascading down through the heart of the rainforest, they were like something out of a fairytale. But this little patch of lichen fascinated me! Deep in the rainforest, sunlight filters through the canopy, painting the forest floor in emerald and gold. And nestled amongst the moss, these knobby, grayish-white lichen clung to an old log like miniature snow-dusted rocks. They weren't the flashiest things around, but there was something so captivating about their rough-and-tumble texture. I spent ages kneeling there, camera in hand, lost in this tiny universe unfolding beneath my feet.
Snow-drops by Leanne LindsaySnow-drops by Leanne Lindsay
It was a bright sunny day, and I was out and about doing some macro-photography at some nearby botanic gardens. These snowdrops caught my eye - the way they swayed in the breeze and glistened in the sunlight. I knelt down to get a closer look. Snowdrops are some of the first flowers to bloom in the spring, and they are a symbol of hope and new beginnings. The white flowers are delicate and beautiful, and the green spots on the petals add a touch of interest. I took a few photos of the snowdrops, and then I moved on to find other flowers to photograph. But the image of the snowdrops stayed with me. They were such a beautiful reminder of the beauty of nature. Snowdrops are perennial bulbs that are native to Europe and western Asia. The flowers are white with green markings on the inner tepals (sepals). The green markings are thought to help to attract pollinators.