Flower Macros and Other Outdoor Photos

Very early on I discovered the beauty in things we otherwise ignore, like the sun shining through the leaves of a tree; closeup shots of a rose in a floral arrangement, or flowers on plants in my yard. Grabbing a camera I think helps us to appreciate the little things in life that we should not miss. Here are a few of many photos that I have taken on such subjects:

Photographing and viewing these subjects is also a way to work off stress, a win-win in my book!