Today's Flowers: Amaryllis

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This amazing flower was a Christmas gift from my nephew to my dad. I didn't see this tropical marvel grow, but I had the pleasure of enjoying its blossoms when my daughter and I stopped by on Friday. There's a universe of secret places in each blossom.

Today's Flowers

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  1. The lighting in this is superb Sandy. And I love the angle you got on the (searching 10th grade bio for the word) stamens(?). Looks something like a hand with one finger beckoning. (I seem to see that in a lot of things lately... wonder what that's about)

    I have a whole collection of photos of the Amaryllis that pops up in... oh I guess April or early May in the beds by my parking deck. (Or at least that's what I'm told they are) Huge blossoms in vibrant red that will not be ignored.

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  2. gorgeous, rich and inviting it is...

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  3. OMG, great macro and the lighting is perfect! You captured the red in its natural color!

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  4. A very stunning study!

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  5. A magic World in each blossom, indeed.
    Beautiful colours.
    Luiz Ramos

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  6. Those little stamens and anthers are seductivly calling for you to come closer. Little bee come to me. Tis spring and I want your attention.

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  7. Wow Sandy its so lovely and vivid!

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  8. Anonymous9:54 AM

    A very overpowering picture of a very beautiful plant.
    Great macro shot.
    Thanks, Gisela.

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  9. Stunning photograph Sandy, such a vibrant color and I love how you have composed it. Thank you for sharing it.

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  10. Sandy that is not only a beautiful flower it is photographed so well I am amazed by it.

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  11. What a gorgeous color! Just so beautiful..

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  12. That really says it all about the Amaryllis. Beautifully done.

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  13. Fantastic macro shot, Sandy! The color alone is breathtaking, but your photo has captured so much more! The stamens do indeed seem to be inviting you to come closer, look deeper! I love it! Hope you've had a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  14. Truly amazing macro.

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  15. Sandy: Neat macro of this great flower in red.

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  16. such depth of color i love them because they boom year round in the house sandy

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  17. What a beautiful macro of the amaryllis. I love the white in that gorgeous red.

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  18. A beautiful macro of Amaryllis... Great capture :)

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  19. Anonymous1:16 PM

    And they are wonderful to have blooming indoors when everything outdoors is white or brown!

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  20. love this one! Great shot, beautiful color!

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  21. This flower is a beautiful rich crimson! In macro, it seems like an exotic well of beauty!

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  22. what a gorgeous close-up shot! no flash and natural light?

    Lovely!

    Plumeria

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  23. Thanks for sharing the beauty with me! Who would have thought that one little gift could make so many people smile?

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  24. Beautiful macro, Sandy! The color and lighting are wonderful. Great capture!

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  25. Aren't they glorious, and simply lush! I have a red one blooming just now, but the heads of the stamens are golden, not grey. I wonder if that means they are different varieties?

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  26. Your nephew is thoughtful! Amazing macro shot, Sandy! :)

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  29. Wow!




    Aloha from flowery Hawaii my Friend!


    Comfort Spiral

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  30. Perfect! I love everything about it! There is a universe there!

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  31. Splendid macro photo, lovely shaded color!

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  32. What a perfect shot. Every detail is so rich and vivid. Georgia O'Keefe, move over!

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  33. Beautiful heart of that flamboyant flower.

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  34. very nice close-up shot.

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  35. Beautiful flower and macro shot, Sandy!

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  36. There's a universe of secret places in each blossom. >>> veyr well said sandy! i agree. just one way our creator describes how great He can be by just a beauty of this flower.

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  37. Amazing macro shot of this gorgeous blossom. I have amaryllis coming up in my yard currently ... two with buds already. I do love this unique plant.
    Hugs and blessings,

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  38. sensuously gorgeous!

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  39. Absolutely stunning, Sandy. Wow!

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    Happy Belated Easter.

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  41. Great macro shot. Love the details of the petals!

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