One Sunday I escaped the dreary, rainy atmosphere of London on a bicycle ride. Seeking brightness, I found a churchyard where snowdrops and early daffodils signal the hope of spring. While photographing the flowers, the clouds cleared, revealing sunlight and the uplifting sounds of bird song, marking a transition from winter’s gloom.
Tag Archives: flower photography
Embracing Uncertainty Through Flower Photography
Every year I create a calendar – it is a promise to the future but for 2026 I hesitated. Here’s why, and how I decided in the end I would create another calendar for another year.
Rose Garden
At the end of summer garden roses enter their last phases, the petals drying out and falling away.
Mindfulness in Flower Photography
A few insights from a recent workshop on flower photography, tracing its historical roots back to early photographers. Key tips include selecting a compelling subject, managing backgrounds, experimenting with focus and lighting, and using accessories for enhancement. Photographing flowers is a great way to slow down and become more mindful in your photography.