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Scorpionweed (Phacelia distans)

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We have been having record rainfall out here in the desert Southwest (CA, USA). As a result, the wildflower bloom has been the most intense in recent memory.

I'd like to share a few of my favorite shots (so far) of some of the flora and fauna that have colored our normally stark, beige desert into a kaleidoscope of colors!

This is a very small flower with an unusual spiral budding pattern, hence the common name: scorpionweed (Phacelia distans).

comments welcome.

cheers

s_t

Photographer:	X tom neal
Folder:	Sir_Toejam's Macros
Uploaded:	27-Feb-2005 07:50 CET
Current Rating:	8.00/2 View all ratings Delete my rating
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Camera:	Olympus C5060
Exposure time:	6.3 320
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Focusing method:	Manual
ISO:	80
White balance:	Auto
Flash:	external
Image format:	SHQ
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Image resized to:	768x1024

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Scorpion

Tom, like the light and purple. The composition is busy and could use more dof on the purple petals. Enjoyed and appreciated your comments on the subject.

Gary Hebert at 17:17 CET on 27-Feb-2005 [Reply]

NO SUBJECT

thanks for the comments. it was difficult, as i wanted the spiral bud pattern to be in focus as well as the flower, and settled on the back of the flower instead of the front. I probly could have increased the dof a little by going to f8, tho.

tom neal at 19:56 CET on 27-Feb-2005 [Reply]

Scorpionweed

We dont have this kind off flowers in the Netherland, beautifull picture lightning is great. I have lots to lurn.

Fonzy - at 22:01 CET on 18-Mar-2005 [Reply]