Lantanas flourishing in April! Taken from a high place at full focal length of 300mm.

Rappelle-moi le jour et l'année

Rappelle-moi le temps qu'il faisait

Et si j'ai oublié,

Tu peux me secouer,

Et s'il me prend l'envie d'm'en aller...

Enferme-moi et jette la clé..

Always is a pleausure for me make pictures whit mon poulet Elocuencia. Merci beaucopu Mimó♥

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Normally it would be no snow in my garden by now

Normally it would be pretty easy to walk in my forest at this time in April

Well

Normally or not

I won't let my winterly spring stop me

I'm definitely on fire

I will start thaw this on my own

Give me my spring thx

It is springtime happy to have made a shot this typical Dutch scene with focus stack. Have a great weekend.

I much appreciate your favs and comments, makes me extra motived to go out

This close-up photo captures a cluster of grape hyacinths with their distinctive, bell-shaped florets in a rich cobalt blue. The soft, blurred background emphasizes the delicate texture and vertical structure of the flower spikes. Photographed by the Scholte House Museum & Gardens in Pella, Iowa.

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Always seeing life from an optimistic point of view.

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This colorful photo captures rows of tulips in full bloom two weeks before the famous Tulip Time festival in Pella, Iowa. Lush red, pink, and soft lavender blossoms create a stunning tapestry of color against the green foliage and wooden fence. The scene perfectly embodies the town's Dutch heritage and the celebrated beauty of spring in the Midwest.

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Vibrant red and yellow tulips sway gently together, creating a lively rhythm across the tulip gardens in Pella, Iowa. Their streaked petals catch the light, mimicking the fluid motion of dancers caught in the peaceful, spring breeze. If you visit Pella, these gorgeous long-stem tulips are in Central Park right by the windmill.

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An epic morning at a fabulous place. An early rise but it was worth the effort. I came back with a big smile and a full card of magic.

Many thanks for your comments and favs, much appreciated

These delicate bluebells were photographed in their natural woodland habitat at Greenwood-Ashworth Park in Des Moines, Iowa. The image captures the soft, bell-shaped blossoms in various stages of bloom, showcasing their transition from pink buds to vibrant azure petals.

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This started out as just my submission to the Moon Studios Spring Themed Photo Competition. However, while preparing this post I saw a meme on Facebook that read, "Imagine people bonding over their dislike towards you! 😂😂😂😂😂 It's the fan club for me!" LMAO I felt that!!!

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A ‘Claudia' Lily-Flowering Tulip photographed yesterday in the tulip gardens at Pella, Iowa. This very graceful variety has the timeless beauty and the strong color contrast of deep mauve and ivory in the majestic bloom. Although Pella’s annual tulip festival is a couple weeks away, most of the tulip gardens are in full bloom here.

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Rapsfeld im Frühling

This vibrant Eastern redbud tree is captured in full spring bloom, with clusters of tiny, brilliant magenta flowers covering its dark, textured branches. A thick, gnarled trunk has been trimmed, but it still anchors the scene, showcasing the tree's unique cauliflower-like flowering habit where blossoms emerge directly from the bark. Photographed at the Scholte House Museum & Gardens in Pella, Iowa.

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Goleniów >> 311D-01 Colas Rail with a freight train leaves the city towards Nowogard

Find me where the wisteria meets the sun, between the lines of an open book and the scent of a coffee cup,

Right there, where the heart beats a little faster...

🎵 Springtime Street & Smooth Spring Jazz

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Continuing the journey of exploring experimental digital art effects..!!!

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(created in photoshop and D.D.G. from the photo of Trumpet lilies in 1st comment box)

Deze zeldzame Beekrombout heb ik vorige week gefotografeerd in Brabant. Het was mooi weer en bij rivier de Beerze slopen er aardig wat van deze mooie libellen uit!

Frühling im Fokus: Eine einzelne Narzisse im sanften Licht, feine Strukturen, zarte Vergänglichkeit – ein stiller Moment voller Farbe und Ruhe.

Spring in focus: A single daffodil in soft light, delicate textures and a hint of fading beauty – a quiet moment shaped by color and calm.

Spring vibes :)

The title serves as a reminder that resilience allows your best qualities to emerge regardless of the environment you are in.

Kirschblüte im historischen Kurpark

Olympus OM 50/1.4

🌿Dans la douceur d’un fond flou, les bourgeons apparaissent comme une promesse fragile.🌿

These three bright red flowers radiate color and elegance, spreading warmth even on cool days.

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Rote Camellia im Winterlicht

Diese drei leuchtend roten Blüten strahlen Farbe und Eleganz aus und verbreiten selbst an kühlen Tagen Wärme.

A beautiful morning at the Blossom Park here in Amstelveen. This section of the park often has a little fog which makes it nicely atmospheric.

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Quelques pétales, fragiles et légers, capturent une douceur éphémère

In this photograph for the group "Smile on Saturday" I wanted to capture a vibrant and delicate arrangement of various flower petals and small daisies scattered across a white plate. The plate rests on a warm-toned wooden surface, providing a natural and grounding backdrop to the colourful display.

I wanted the composition to be quite artistic, with the petals and flowers seemingly placed intentionally to create a visually appealing mix of shapes and colours. There are deep magenta petals, bright white daisies with yellow centres, delicate purple and blue blossoms, and hints of orange. The way they are scattered gives a sense of natural beauty, as if they've gently fallen onto the plate.

To the left of the plate, a small cluster of daisies with their stems still attached lies on the wooden surface, suggesting they might be the source of the scattered blooms. The overall impression I aimed to give is freshness, fragility, and the simple beauty of nature's details. It almost feels like a still life capturing a fleeting moment of floral abundance. served up on a plate.

A tranquil narrowboat rests along a calm, tree‑lined canal, its warm ochre and black hull reflected gently in the still water. Lush green foliage frames the scene on both sides, with sunlight filtering through the leaves and casting soft highlights across the landscape. The peaceful waterway curves into the distance, creating a serene sense of solitude and escape in the heart of nature.

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ein wunderschöner Frühlingsbote

a beautiful harbinger of spring

Ferndale, MI.

Finalmente posso guardare fuori, respirare il profumo dei fiori e divertirmi vedendo gli uccellini volare. La mammina mi ha detto che non è ancora prudente scoprirmi del tutto, così ho messo una sciarpina leggera che fa pandant con il giardino! 🎀

E voi, siete pronti a sbocciare? 🐾🌸:-)))!!

I planned to capture these beautiful tulips in the last sunrays, that would've given warm hues for all of the photos. Finally I photographed them during or right after sunset, but without any backlight. These three multicoloured ones really deserved some limelight while the others made the backgroung ful of life.

ISO-400; 1/80sec; F-stop f/7.1; EV:+0.3; 60mm (40mm)

Frühjahrspanorama mit traditioneller Mühle