Spring Flowers in the Garden

Posted on May 18, 2016 by Jennie

As soon as it is reasonably warm enough to walk safely and comfortably, I like to visit the Chicago Botanic Garden at least once a week. I am lucky to have this amazing public garden practically in my back yard — it’s only about a 35-minute drive and as a member I get unlimited entry.

With the promise of a perfect day and glorious spring flowers in bloom, I headed up to the CGB with my camera, set on manual mode. I was determined to get some practice using manual rather than program or automatic modes.

I saw a beautiful yellow finch in the parking lot, but this was the only bird that I captured in the park.

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Water Lilies Part Deux

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Jennie

Since I shared the beautiful and intricate lily pads this week, I thought I should also share some photos I took earlier this summer of the blossoms.

It has been a fun summer for glorious flowers. I’ve enjoyed my walks at the Chicago Botanic Gardens; it’s good for my body and good for my soul.

Giant Water Lilies

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Jennie

Did you ever see giant lily pads up close?

I’ve been looking at these lilies all summer and focusing on their brilliant flowers.

Since the flowers are mostly gone, my camera was attracted to the structure of the actual leaves.

Without the flowers, the photojournalist (moi) was able to see the reflections in the water and how the lily pads inhabit the pool in which they live.

Sometimes life is all about perspective.

Here’s a lengthy explanation about the Victoria amazonica, which these appear to be. The photos were taken at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illininois.