Pillowy Soft
by Connie Handscomb
Title
Pillowy Soft
Artist
Connie Handscomb
Medium
Photograph - Photography - Fine Art
Description
Iris Family = Iridaceae
"Iris", named after the Greek goddess Iris , means 'rainbow' ; wherever she went, a rainbow followed her.
Iris has a long history as a medicinal herb. A powerful resin in the rhizome ['iris versicolor'] treats numerous ailments, incl heartburn and various stomach ailments, skin diseases, migraines. Iris was used as teething rings for infants, poultices for broken bones, and was even recommended for removing freckles. As a tea, it stimulates the circulatory and lymphatic system. The diuretic drug Iridin derives from the iris.
Native Americans tediously wove fibers from iris leaf edges to make strong rope, string, and netting.
Orris root [derived fr 'Iris florentina'] grown extensively on roofs in Normandy, France, is dried and used in perfumery. 'I. tectorum', grown on roofs in Japan, is used to make face powder. Orris is also used in syrups and gin.
The Greek 'machaironion' iris root , ground with flour, made a pasta called : macaroni!
Sources:
The Flower Healers [Barbara Olive]
The Secrets of Wildflowers [Jack Sanders]
Irises.. A Romantic History [Susan Berry]
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This macro image of the bloom's centre looks like a soft cushion for pollinators to rest upon, while the markings act as a guideline to its sweet core. Mother Nature has provided a natural abstract ... taken in natural light ; Undedited; Uncropped, : Nature in all its natural splendour.
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♥ Heartfelt Gratitude to FAA groups for featuring this image :
Macro Marvels
Amazing Irises
Visions Of Spring
Worldwide Abstract And Digital Art
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August 6th, 2015
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Comments (20)
Connie Handscomb
Tina, thank you! for featuring this image in Worldwide Abstract And Digital Art :))
Elizabeth Tillar
Connie, I absolutely love this iris macro! The soft focus, the colors, and the closeup of the core are all wonderfully presented! l/f
Connie Handscomb replied:
Oh, Elizabeth, thank you! so glad you enjoy this macro of Iris's pillow .. :))
Nick Boren
It's so soft looking that I want to lay my head right down in it.. lol ;-) I know I get a little crazy sometimes... lol... I sure do love your flower macro dear Connie. It's composed and exposed perfectly. :-) FV
Connie Handscomb replied:
You can lay your head down in this bloom any time you want, Nick ... but gently, or your won't be able to any more, Lol... ; truly glad you appreciate its softness, my friend :))
Jerry Bokowski
Excellent tutorial as always from you and such a beautiful image, Connie. It is always such a pleasure to experience your work and words! FAV / Like.
Connie Handscomb replied:
And it's always such a pleasure to experience your comments, Jerry; you are gracious to take the time to leave your thoughts which I am always truly grateful for :))
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