Adrift

Written by benjamin on February 15th, 2009

Proof that too much vignetting is never enough (sorry Ian).

Coastal grasses drift gracefully in the late afternoon breeze.  The grasses keep the wandering dunes of the Swan Coastal Plain at least somewhat stable in the South Trigg Beach area.

I’ve been on a training course on the East Coast this past week where Internet access is apparently expensive ($24.95/day?) hence the lack of photos.  Back to one’s regular schedule from today.

Spiralling

Written by benjamin on February 7th, 2009

The balanced form of a succulent’s flower spike.

Coalesce

Written by benjamin on February 6th, 2009

The cabbage like form of this succulent is mirrored by the extension of the flower spike.  The beauty of repetition in nature.

Corny

Written by benjamin on February 5th, 2009

Corn flowering against the back fence; it’s a bit higher now and quite a few ears are coming along nicely!

Burst

Written by benjamin on February 4th, 2009

A vibrant succulent creeper in full bloom.

Poised

Written by benjamin on February 3rd, 2009

Succulent flowers reveal the first hint of their colour as they prepare to fully open.

Bunched

Written by benjamin on February 2nd, 2009

Flowers for this particular species begin closely grouped in the centre of the fanning out leaves.  Slowly the stalk shoots into the air where the flowers can finally unfurl.

Opening

Written by benjamin on February 1st, 2009

I recently spent a grey afternoon in my backyard sticking my macro lens into as many places that I could find.  First cab off the rank was one of the many succulents that we have flowering at the moment.  I’m a bit of a sucker for succulents (pardon the pun) so the images over the next few days will be of them.

With the collection having recently grown, I imagine I’ll be back out there again soon.

Perth from Gooseberry Hill

Written by benjamin on January 31st, 2009

Gooseberry Hill offers a very scenic drive and breathtaking views of the city of Perth.  On this particular 38°C day, the out focus and blue hue on the city is caused by a generous heat haze.

New Horizons

Written by benjamin on January 30th, 2009

For elissa, whose travels will bring her long sunsets and even longer beaches.  Good luck!