I searched a stream in vain for dragonflies last weekend, but became fascinated by the abstract patterns of the water moving through areas festooned with moss, algae, and grasses. Later in the year I am almost certain to find Gray Petaltail dragonflies near this stream and the surrounding seeps. For the moment I was content to let my mind run wild, feeling a bit like I was underwater as I observed the abstract shapes created by the moving water.
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Those are beautiful images, Mike.
Thanks, Dan. As you know, these are quite different from my “normal” photos–I never know what will catch my interest, but try to react to capture the image without asking myself “why.”
You have a good eye for what looks good, Mike.
These are beautiful images Mike. Sometimes vision and ideas comes in front of us from nowhere.
Thanks so much. You are quite right about how vision and ideas come to us–mostly I try to get realistic, detailed shots of wildlife creatures, but sometimes my mind sees something totally different that I feel compelled to capture with my camera.
Nice
Very cool, Mike! I love to watch patterns in flowing water and you’ve captured an exceptional display.
would make a lovely framed print
Thanks, so much. I particularly like the second image.
Nature has many surprises.
Cool images Mike! Enjoyed seeing them!
Lovely textures and colors.
Way cool, Mike!
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Nature is a wonderful painter! Outshines all! ❤️
Thanks, Dishita.
Beatiful!
Thanks, Cendrine.
You are welcome!
The greens and yellows are very nice in this photo.
Thanks.
I liked the first one more than the second one. These two images are soul-taking for me. I wish I could see them with bare eyes. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thanks.
Stunning!