I found a spot out back with milkweed in bloom... I managed a few shots before the wind picked up. I brought in a clipping to keep shooting inside.

All shot in Program mode. I'll keep the indoor shots out of the lineup for my Mentorship Program picks for the week, as I used a tripod and remote shutter release... not exactly "shooting in Auto".

I wish there was a mode for capturing the scent of these... just wonderful, no wonder the monarchs love them so much... the monarch shot is a crop, I know, I'm not supposed to crop for the Program this week, but I had to show Ricky, since I know how much he loves them :)

I like the third photo ylkj2003 · 2012-06-26: 15:52

Wow, love this set... love them all! kwibusje · 2012-06-26: 16:35

breath taking! Eiram · 2012-06-26: 17:10

Just gorgeous shot - I absolutley love the 3rd one! miahurricane · 2012-06-26: 17:21

Great set. But the leaf is for sure my favorite. One question. What if difference in 'P' and 'Auto' modes? ????? · 2012-06-26: 18:07

I always. Always. Shoot in 'M', 'Av' or 'B' ????? · 2012-06-26: 18:08

beautiful! i dont think ive ever seen these! jennyLit · 2012-06-26: 18:57

The detail in the first shot is a big "WOW", great set. joycephotography · 2012-06-26: 21:22

These are beautiful! Especially, the indoor shots. I think #3 and #4 are my faves. As always, nice work! lukesmom · 2012-06-26: 21:47

wow!! what a beautiful set! giancaf · 2012-06-27: 01:42

#8 is beautiful ! MarmotteNori · 2012-06-27: 04:55

Perfect set!!! Every shot is just amazingly beautiful, Marjorie! lookagain · 2012-06-27: 12:45

I really need you to come here and give me lessons. liveandletlive · 2012-06-27: 15:44

Very nice details! honzicek · 2012-06-28: 09:02

think that there is no way to capture the scenting from anything, because this "essence", exist only into your mind. It create these sensations and emotions, from yourself. Somebody thought like you desire, that it's possible to keep the landscapes or things "spirit" on a image. I remember that i spoke to you about the concept of "equivalent" of Minor White. It's true? Well, anyway here you have a link about. EQUIVALENT . I think that these concepts are only a metaphysical speculation really, but if you don't convert these propositions in a true affirmation about the photography, it can be an original form to take photos, because certainly, all images can suggest us a lot of sensations...but have an effective control about them it's another question. I have published before a post about this theme, you can see it here: WHITE, COLD, SMOOTH.... I wrote my text in spanish, sorry but this theme is soooo difficult for me to explain in english. Nowadays i write better, but i'm afraid that it's not yet enough. You know, i think that we must accept that most times, others don't see on images the same things that us, even less feelings and emotions. ASINUS · 2012-06-30: 05:40

It was impossible not to read Enric's comment. I am so confused by his ramblings today, especially his last sentence. These shots take my breath away. I find them sooo well composed, with excellent clarity, and yes, feelings and emotions. Keryl · 2012-07-01: 23:29

You captured the little delicate flowers beautifully! The Milkweed's fragrance is captivating not only to Monarchs, but to the human senses as well....I wonder why? Wonderfully photographed set Marjorie! ArtBee · 2012-07-02: 11:14

You love your macro lens??? Okay, i get it, i know when i'm not wanted any more ;o)) Lovely shots and details! eternity65 · 2012-07-02: 15:56

I need to get myself a macro lens... Tetrox · 2012-07-12: 16:19

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