Red Poppy Elegance
by Janet Marie
Title
Red Poppy Elegance
Artist
Janet Marie
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Photograph - Photography
Description
With my European trip to Macedonia and Greece, I could not resist capturing ALL the diverse, colorful, abundant, native flora growing there. I am always elated with flowers of all kinds. I am especially attracted to those flowers growing wild and free. My elation was most satisfied with my visit to Northern Macedonia.
It was love at first-sight when these strikingly, red poppy beauties, graced my path. Their bright, valiant, delicate petals, were a sight to behold!
When the occasion lends itself, I like to photograph the flowers from the side or the back. The sun was illuminating the petals from this angle, and getting in close really showcased the tiny hairs on the stem. A "dare to notice me" moment.
This bright, beautiful bloom, does more than light up any countryside, as I have learned. It is Northern Macedonia’s national flower (due to its linkage, to the history with the veterans of World War I is what makes these gorgeous flowers the national flower of Macedonia).
It is known as common poppy, corn poppy, corn rose, field poppy and Flanders poppy. The flower originally comes from the Papaveraecae family.
If not for the invitation of gracious hosts and my kids, I would not have shared in this experience.
All the tourist places with their architectural designs and such, do not impress me as much as the Creator's handiwork.
Red Poppy Elegance © 2024 Janet Marie Photography, all rights reserved.
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February 19th, 2024
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Sharon W
I love this gorgeous red beauty and the sunlight it captures, as well as it's pose!!
Janet Marie replied:
Thank you so much Sharon for sharing your lovely words expressed. I really appreciate it!
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