Violaceous Water Lily by TwoPynts

Photography • Flowers/Plants • posted on May 31, 2006

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"There is that in the glance of a flower which may at times control the greatest of creation's braggart lords." -John Muir

Please excuse me while I further interrupt my St. Marys series. I just have to post these water lily photos now while they are 'fresh.' Here is another from the same pond. I assure those of you who thought that yesterday's lily might be plastic that it was indeed natural, as is this one. I can see why you might think them artificial though, they are just too perfect. My thanks to silverhalide for sending me a link (watergarden.org) that helped me identify yesterday's plant as a Shirley Byrne, though I'm still not 100% certain. I think today's is a Tina water lily, but a William McLane is not out of the running either. I'm no expert. ----- Water Lily Habitat The water lilies are well adapted to their habitat. They grow and live on the edge of ponds and lakes, in the shallow water. The climate of their habitat is usually hot. They grow in areas where there are few plants and because of this, they don't have competition for sunlight. This is very important because sunlight is the main way that water lilies are able to receive food and energy. The water lilies leaves are usually large and are able to store a lot of energy. Water lilies usually live in water that is rich in oxygen and receives a lot of sunlight. Water lilies are in danger because the wetlands are in danger. The wetlands are home to many species and the water lily is included. People are constantly draining the wetlands and do not know the species they are destroying: cattails, beavers, ducks, and water lilies just to name a few. Water lilies are able to reproduce rapidly, but if there is no where to reproduce, (like the wetland) it becomes impossible for reproduction. The Northern Wetlands in Australia are very similar to our very own wetlands here in the US. They have some of the same organisms, including the lily. They also must conserve their wetlands because if they don't they will be in trouble with the law and flood can occur. ----- Many thanks for your bloomin' comments (and the Votes) on my last upload, Water Lily Zoom. I'm overwhelmed by your response to my first real water lily photo! =o]

----- Olympus C-8080WZ & PhotoshopCS. (633)

Comments (34)

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diomedes66

9:22AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Superb lighting, depth, and colour. Quite magnificent!

Hopalong

9:27AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

"Come my little winged creatures," said Froggy on his pad, "An easy nectared treat on a hot dry day". FLICK LICK BURP, hehe.

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Zacko

9:35AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Wow! Another amazing shot. These two latest uploads of yours have been nothing but perfect my man. Im impressed!!!! #:O)

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Digimon

9:41AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

What makes these so striking is the "Black" water!! Really sets-off the flowers! Like fireworks they are!!!

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morningglory

9:43AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Love the glowing center on these beauties..nice shot!

vlaaitje

9:48AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

I saw this one in the forum...such a lovely and romantic image, love the lighting..well done

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squirrel2005

10:00AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Ohhh ohhhh!it's a gooooooooooooorgeous shot! Wonderful macro indeed!And the contrast are awesome!!!!So classic and beautiful!

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Damia

10:17AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Another amazing shot! This is absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful lighting and shadows and colors. Excellent image! :)

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killerpumpkins

10:18AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Definitely a beaut! KP

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bentchick

10:19AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Wow, wow, wow!!!!!! This is sooooooooo beautiful!!!!!!! Sharp and composed well!!!! Into favs!!!! Hugs!!!!!!!

glennn23

10:47AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Wonderful, beautiful and eyecatching image! excellent work +++

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ACS-001

11:00AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Lovely as usual! Your efforts will not go unnoticed when the flower revolution comes.

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Margana

11:14AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

In addition to getting votes I'm sure quite a few have selected these shots as favorites.Both are extraordinary captures,Kort.Huge congrats to you.They were well worth the repeated efforts!Now make sure you enlarge these beauties and hang them somewhere special.I know I would!Have a wonderful day,My friend.-M :^)

Valerie-Ducom

11:15AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Wowwww, excellent capture y perfectly color and lightinf in this beautiful presentation !!! Good day and kiss ;)

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Onslow

11:44AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

Fabulous - I couldn't decide what I liked in the forum they are all so splendid. This looks so magical almost 3D with the colour depth of this flower - superbly captured / superbly presented !

cynlee

11:58AM | Wed, 31 May 2006

votes-shmotes.. :P stands out in the quality.. it's just a pleasure to behold

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