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15-JAN-2012 Karen Stuebing

My Christmas Flower

West Virginia

Christmas isn't a season. It's a feeling.
Edna Ferber

I planted this bulb on December 21. As I said in this photo, I knew it wouldn't bloom for Christmas but when I needed its color most. I woke up to four inches of snow and frigid temperatures this morning. It's a black,white, gray and dark world right now but I have my flower.

Olympus C-5050Z
1/1000s f/4.0 at 13.8mm iso64 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto
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Nestor Derkach18-Jan-2012 18:09
Very nice floral portrait with flattering light great composition and pin sharp detail.
Love the dark background giving the light and flower the attention it deserves.
Excellent photograph.
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Frank Brault18-Jan-2012 01:59
Exquisite light,color and textures. V
Janet Donnelly18-Jan-2012 00:34
Karen, may you find peace and warmth from this inspiring flower. It seems to send such a loving message.
larose forest photos17-Jan-2012 01:36
Indeed it is, it really is. Edna Ferber was right.
Mesmerizing light on this stunning amaryllis. V
LynnH16-Jan-2012 19:51
It is fabulous! What a great BLAZE of color! V
laine16-Jan-2012 14:47
Hooray...you found warmth and doesn't it glow in that light.
Char16-Jan-2012 14:18
WOW! Open already! A terrific capture of this beauty, Karen! \/
Colin Storey16-Jan-2012 11:14
Fantastic light and details on this lovely flower. v
Sheila16-Jan-2012 07:47
What a stunning shot Karen! The lighting is perfect as are the details.
Tom LeRoy16-Jan-2012 07:45
A late present, but what a beautiful shot! Rich and saturated reds. Delightful. V
borisalex16-Jan-2012 06:03
Its a present when you needed it most! Gorgeous bloom , so holy in a way! V.
Bryan Murahashi16-Jan-2012 05:18
Fabulous bright colors for your Winter season, Karen.
Jean D16-Jan-2012 03:29
Beautiful selective light creates excellent detail throughout,this flower, Karen. -V
Carl Carbone16-Jan-2012 02:22
Beautiful capture of your "present"! This is really lovely.
Cindi Smith16-Jan-2012 02:15
Exceptional use of light. Beautiful Amaryllis. wow! V
Roe..16-Jan-2012 01:41
nature gave you an amazing gift..love it!
Stephanie16-Jan-2012 01:22
You're flower's in perfect bloom! VV
Coleen Perilloux Landry16-Jan-2012 01:17
It bloomed and the cat allowed it to.
Tom Munson16-Jan-2012 00:53
Wonderful color and framing, great shot, Karen!
Jim Coffman15-Jan-2012 23:31
Very beautiful image!
Mairéad15-Jan-2012 23:05
The colour and light in this is beautiful - it will certainly bring a touch of warmth to your home. V
PauloCGama15-Jan-2012 22:21
Great light and beautiful details.
John King15-Jan-2012 22:13
A stunning photo of this gorgeous flower. The light and detail are superb. I love the dark background which really adds to the overall impact. V+++
Photo.Keely15-Jan-2012 22:00
Nice work! Well done! V.
Guest 15-Jan-2012 21:33
Excellent composition and light. V.