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Little Bee by Leanne LindsayLittle Bee by Leanne Lindsay

Little Bee by Leanne Lindsay

While photographing flora at the Auburn Botanic Gardens recently, I captured this image of a bee on a vibrant white & yellow blossom. I just had to capture the bee's plush body and pollen-laden legs. However, upon closer inspection, I discovered a peculiarity – the bee possessed only one antenna. This anomaly piqued my curiosity. Could this singular antenna impede the bee's flight or disrupt its daily routine? This singular characteristic instilled in me a newfound appreciation for this determined bee. The Auburn Botanic Gardens remain a sanctuary for me, brimming with diverse plant life and a kaleidoscope of blooming flowers – an ideal setting for macro photography endeavors.
Pink Cherry Blossom by Leanne LindsayPink Cherry Blossom by Leanne Lindsay

Pink Cherry Blossom by Leanne Lindsay

The Auburn Botanic Gardens were a dream in pink. Everywhere I turned, cherry blossoms billowed overhead, their soft petals catching the dappled sunlight. I felt like I’d wandered into a fairytale, and this particular blossom, with its perfectly fanned petals, seemed like the star of the show. With my macro lens, I could see the intricate details I often miss. The delicate veins branching out from the center, like a miniature circulatory system, were dusted with the faintest shimmer. The soft pink of the petals deepened at the center, like a watercolorist’s subtle shading. I snapped photo after photo, mesmerized by the blossom’s quiet perfection. In a world that often felt chaotic, this tiny bloom offered a moment of pure, tranquil beauty. It was a reminder that sometimes the most exquisite things are also the most delicate, here today and scattered by the breeze tomorrow. But for this moment, at least, it was mine to admire.
Snow-drops by Leanne LindsaySnow-drops by Leanne Lindsay

Snow-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.
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