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Tragopogon dubius (yellow salsify, [...] or Western salsify has been introduced into North America where it has become widespread [...].

 

The [tiny] yellow flowers open early in the morning and often close up by late afternoon. Later the plant forms a seed head that resembles that of the dandelions but is distinctly larger. Wikipedia

... o resterà soltanto un'altra fragile illusione.. se le parole fossero una musica potrei suonare ore ed ore, ancora ore e dirti tutto di me...

Goatsbeard seedhead up close

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Butterfly: Wingspan: 2 to 2¾ inches (5.4 - 7.0 cm) UPPER SURFACE (dorsal) Male lemon yellow with no markings. Female yellow or white; outer edges of both wings have irregular, patchy black borders; upper forewing has a dark spot. UNDER SURFACE (ventral) Lemon yellow Male wings with tiny markings. Female more heavily marked. Both sexes has two pink-edged silver spots on hindwing. Late season form 'rosa' has pink wing edges.

 

ID Tip: Large yellow wings with no solid black wing edges

A lone yellow butterfly drifts through a grayscale world, its wings glowing like captured sunlight against the muted hush of shadowed leaves. Every vein etched in its delicate form feels like a map of resilience a reminder that even in monochrome surroundings, color refuses to surrender. The contrast is deliberate, surgical: the black-and-white foliage becomes a stage, and the butterfly, the protagonist of light itself.

 

The composition draws the eye to the left, where motion and stillness coexist the butterfly suspended mid-flight, frozen between the act of escape and arrival. The selective color technique doesn’t just highlight the subject; it transforms it into a metaphor for persistence, for the way beauty insists on being seen even when the world fades to gray.

 

This image hums with quiet defiance a whisper of summer against the encroaching dusk. It’s not just a photograph; it’s a declaration that life, in all its fragile brilliance, will always find a way to glow. My latest photography is now available for purchase at crsimages.pixels.com/, featuring prints, framed art, and more from my curated collections.

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A Halloween pennant dragonfly balanced on a curved stem; wings banded in gold and shadow.

Florida spring light softens behind it, letting the details speak — the quiet geometry, the held breath, the moment between wingbeats.

  

A moment of stillness, fragile and quiet — nature’s silent elegance.

A tiny traveler takes a break, reminding us that even the smallest moments are worth savoring.

Processed the background by software

This might look a little bit artificial but it is an original work ( No AI photo)

A fleeting macro — the Peacock Pansy graces the Nayantara with wings painted by nature’s finest brush.

An English rose captured in a Scottish Garden. (Logan Botanical Gardens, Dumfires and Galloway).

Bombus terrestris bei der Nektarsuche

The softer side of a killer.,,,Look large.

This little bee is hard at work, reminding us that even the tiniest creatures play a big role in keeping the world blooming.

Nature never hurries, yet everything gets done. 💛🌻

A Swallowtail butterfly, resting gently on a leaf, its vibrant wings a brushstroke of art against nature’s green canvas.

No fancy gear, just a quiet moment and a phone camera.

Sometimes, the nature gifts you magic when you least expect it.

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A week ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

  

Danaus chrysippus, also known as the plain tiger, African queen, or African monarch, is a medium-sized butterfly widespread in Asia, Australia and Africa.

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A week ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

 

Native to tropical Africa

 

Males have cyan blue wings with black tips and veins

 

Females are more muted in color, showing sexual dimorphism

PS: Enhanced by software

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A week ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

 

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A week ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

 

A stunning female Rhyothemis variegata, also known as the variegated flutterer or common picture wing, graces the skies of South Asia with her beautifully patterned wings. Nature’s aerial artwork in motion! 🐉✨

Monster attack on my garden table. I was in two minds: fly flap or camera ... :-)

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A few weeks ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

 

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After a long time I got some time from my schedule to click nature and it's elements in my neighborhood !

 

A quiet moment in nature as the Lemon Pansy (Junonia lemonias) rests gracefully on a vibrant green leaf — a perfect harmony of color and calm. 🌿

Photography in the magical world of plants and bugs captures the intricate beauty and delicate interactions of nature. Macro shots reveal vibrant flowers and the fascinating details of insect anatomy, highlighting the delicate wings of butterflies and the complex eyes of dragonflies. Each image tells a story of symbiosis, resilience, and the breathtaking diversity of life often unnoticed by the naked eye.

  

A week ago, an intriguing idea struck me. What if each week I came up with a different theme? This notion seemed both exciting and promising, offering a fresh perspective and a constant source of novelty. I imagined diving into a new world every seven days, exploring diverse themes.

  

IG: www.instagram.com/frank_van_dongen/

 

Als krönenden Abschluss der Pilzfototour diesen Montag zusammen mit 4 anderen Fotografen gab es diesen schönen Strauss Buchenschleimrüblinge. Nebest der Fliege die oben auf dem Hut posiert ist noch ein Insekt am Stiel, eine Nacktschnecke unten an der Basis sowie fünf Schliessmundschnecken unten am Strunk und daneben im Moderholz.

 

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A macro study of a vibrant purple Anemone, captured with the Lensbaby Sol 45. The lens's unique selective focus draws the eye into the delicate textures of the inner petals, while the surrounding "bokeh" melts into a soft, creamy haze of lavender and muted greens. f4

Exif: Exif: A7RM-iv-Canon 100mm USM-F/8-ISO 160-1/200 manual exposure Godox On Camera Speedlight 1/32 power with diffuser.

I was lining up the hairy flower scarab, metallic beetle, when the paper wasp slipped into the frame — a perfect, unplanned collision of color and motion. Two visitors sharing the same bloom for a heartbeat, turning a simple macro into a small story about chance and wild Florida mornings. Lucky for me I was shooting the right wildflower!

 

flickr turns 21, and what better way to celebrate than with a 21-day photo challenge? Today’s theme: BOLD!

 

Photography offers endless ways to interpret boldness—whether it’s through striking colors, dramatic contrasts, or fearless compositions. This shot embodies boldness with its vivid interplay of iridescent bismuth and the deep red-black tones of the glass bowl beneath it. The geometric patterns, reflective surfaces, and intense hues create a visually powerful statement, making this piece stand out with confidence.

Ways to Interpret "Bold" in Photography:

 

📌 Bold Colors – Vibrant, saturated hues that demand attention

📌 Bold Contrast – Strong light-to-dark transitions for high-impact visuals

📌 Bold Composition – Unconventional angles, leading lines, or dynamic framing

📌 Bold Subject Matter – Unique, daring, or thought-provoking imagery

📌 Bold Textures – Sharp details and intricate patterns that pop

 

From color explosions to monochrome minimalism, from fearless artistic choices to powerful visual storytelling, boldness is about making a statement.

 

Let’s push creative boundaries and celebrate 21 years of inspiring photography—one bold image at a time! 🎂🎊📷

 

#Flickr21 #BoldPhotography #PhotoChallenge #Bismuth #Colors #AbstractArt #MacroMagic

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