Jack by the hedge close-up

Jack by the hedge close-up

The macro shot (above) was taken from a position where the flowers threatened to touch the lens as the plant moved in the slight breeze; the other picture far enough away to avoid perspective distortions.

Jack by the hedge close-up

Insect on a nettle leaf

Insect on a nettle leaf

Yet another insect posing for its picture as it warmed itself sunbathing in the middle of the morning.

Lupins growing wild

Lupin flower

There are several patches of lupins growing wild near the Wolverhampton to Bridgnorth road. This patch was in Worfield.

Lupin flowers

Lupin flowers

Lupin flower

Thistle flower bud

Thistle flower bud

Comparing the effects of the presence (below) or absence (above) of a polarizing filter.

Thistle flower bud