Winter's Love
by Connie Handscomb
Title
Winter's Love
Artist
Connie Handscomb
Medium
Photograph - Photography - Fine Art
Description
Amaryllis (Hippeastrum)
Family : Amaryllidaceae
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In a way Winter is the real Spring--the time when the inner things happen, the resurgence of nature.
~ Edna O'Brien
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The amaryllis is a refined and dignified beauty in the floral kingdom. It is popular during the Christmas holiday season, and as a winter houseplant because it will flower even on the darkest days, with blooms that last for a long time. With care, the plant can last for several years.
Native to South and Central America, the amaryllis was discovered in the Andes in the mid-18th century. The Dutch have been instrumental in developing the modern varieties, and in Greece, there are neighbourly rivalries to show the most spectacular amaryllis display.
There are 80-90 species.
Source:
Clay Perry's Fantastic Flowers [Text M. Perry]
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Taken in natural sunlight ... nature in all its Natural splendour .. :)
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♥ Heartfelt Gratitude to FAA groups for featuring this image :
Spa and Hotel Art Showcase [Photography]
10 Plus
Global Flowers Photography
Thoughts of Flowers
Macro Photography
Macro Marvels
All Seasons Photography
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December 7th, 2015
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Comments (48)
Eleanor Bortnick
Your floral images are stunning. You've inspired me to get out and take more myself. L/F
Bruce Bley
What a lovely capture, Connie. Love the composition and detail. Congratulations your work has been feature in the group "Macro Photography Group". F/L/T
Maggie Terlecki
Wow, Connnie. Not only is this beautiful but your composition and how refined and elegant it looks really makes this extra special! Maggie
Connie Handscomb replied:
Maggie, I'm delighted, thank you! so pleased to hear this... your own work is so marvelous ;))
Lisa Phillips
Your beautiful work has been featured in the FAA group "Thoughts of Flowers". http://fineartamerica.com/groups/thoughts-of-flowers.html
Connie Handscomb replied:
A special .. Late.. .thank you, Lisa! my heart is very happy with your kind support . .:))
Gabriella Weninger - David
What a GORGEOUS Image and sooo beautiful flower... AWESOME capture Connie!!!
Jasna Dragun
Congratulations, Your beautiful Amaryllis macro has been featured in the group "Global Flowers Photography" :)) LF
Connie Handscomb
Charlotte, thank you so very much! for featuring this image in Spa and Hotel Art Showcase - Photography :))