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Shades of Pink: Using my Canon 5D Mark III paired with the Canon MP-E 65mm 5x macro lens, I delved into the intricate details of pink botanical wonders.

Thalictrum aquilegifolium (Akeleiruit)

The first subject, Thalictrum aquilegifolium, commonly known as Akeleiruit, showcased its ethereal lilac-pink flowers. Native to Europe and Asia, this perennial thrives in moist, humus-rich soils, often found in woodland settings. Its feathery blooms, comprised of numerous stamens, create a soft, cloud-like appearance, attracting various pollinators.

Saxifraga hypnoides (Mossteenbreek)

Next, the Saxifraga hypnoides, or Mossteenbreek, presented a contrast with its compact growth and delicate white flowers tinged with pink hues. This alpine plant prefers shaded, rocky environments and is known for its moss-like foliage, which provides a lush green carpet punctuated by its star-shaped blossoms.

Unidentified Pink-Flowering Plant

The final subject remains a mystery—a tall, slender plant adorned with clusters of tiny pink flowers. Initially resembling Lythrum salicaria (kattenstaart), its more compact floral arrangement and elongated stems suggest otherwise.

Capturing these plants required patience and precision, especially given the shallow depth of field inherent to macro photography. Each image reveals the intricate structures and subtle color variations that often go unnoticed.

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Geranium phaeum – The Dusky Cranesbill of Kampina

While exploring the serene Kampina nature reserve near Oisterwijk, I encountered the captivating Geranium phaeum, commonly known as the Dusky Cranesbill or "de donkere ooievaarsbek" in Dutch. This herbaceous perennial is native to Europe and thrives in woodland settings, preferring moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade.

The plant features deeply lobed, soft green leaves often marked with maroon blotches. Its distinctive deep maroon-purple flowers, approximately 2 cm across, bloom from late spring to early summer, providing an early nectar pollinator source.

Photographed with my Canon 5D Mark III and Canon MP-E 65mm 5x macro lens, this close-up reveals the intricate details of the flower's reflexed petals and the crane-like shape of its seed heads, which inspired the genus name "Geranium," derived from the Greek word for crane.

Capturing this plant in its natural habitat underscores the rich biodiversity of Noord-Brabant's woodlands.

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Witnessing the ephemeral beauty of the Queen of the Night, a magical moment.

#QueenoftheNight, #EpiphyllumOxypetalum, #NightBloom, #CactusFlower, #EphemeralBeauty, #RareFlower, #BotanicalPhotography, #FlowerPhotography, #NatureisAmazing, #BloomingNow

Dazzling Dahlia from my friends garden last year 🤍 hoping I have better luck growing them this year 🤞 all tips gratefully received ☺️ #bsky.art #dahlias #EastCoastKin #botanicalphotography #flowerpower #bloomscrolling

Urformen der Kunst (Original Forms of Art), book published 1929, by Karl Blossfeldt
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National flower of Ukraine symbolizes resilience and hope. My photo also conveys sadness. #peace #Bsky.art #eastcoastkin #classicmono #botanicalphotography

‘ Abundance’ Tiny flowers on Skimmia Japonica can be overlooked as they are so small. So I thought they deserved some limelight✨This still life was only about 4 inches wide. #bsky.art #bloomscrolling #botanicalphotography #EastCoastKin #abundance #flowerphotography #skimmiajaponica #art #stilllife

Its funny I can remember every single one of my photos,where I took it and how I felt. I remember feeling spellbound by the shapes and textures in this hydrangea from my garden last summer Always look closer 💫 #EastCoastKin #PhotographersofBluesky #botanicalphotography #flowermagic #ArtistsofBlueSky

I used a blue scarf to wrap around the green leaves which were distracting me that day 💙

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> Crimson & Green #photography #canon #springgrowth #newgrowth #budding #naturecloseup #botanicalphotography #springvibes #plantlife #macro_captures #naturedetails #greenthumb

Crimson & Green

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Good morning friends 🦋 Thank you so much for all the wonderful interaction and support here on Bluesky. I don’t use social media every day but I’m so happy to be here, it feels like I’ve found my tribe 🥰 Hope everyone has a lovely day #blackandwhitephotography #botanicalphotography #EastCoastKin

“There can be no true beauty without decay” Uncle Monty #botanicalphotography #EastCoastKin #BlueSkyArt #ArtistsofBlueSky #flowerpower #flowermagic

Hi friends 🦋 welcome and thank you new followers. I am genuinely very grateful that you like my photos 🙏 I haven’t been online past few days as we have a family wedding this week so I’ve been distracted 😅 hope everyone’s week is going well 🌸 #botanicalphotography #Artistsofbluesky #EastCoastKin

At 58 she realized it took her 50 years to come back to the sense of wonder and curiosity that was lost along the way while trying to live a life expected. Ever have a sentence come into your head and you just had to write it down? #ranunculus #BlueSkyArt #EastCoastKin #botanicalphotography

Hi friends 🦋 hope the week is going well for everyone. Flatlay of hyacinths in black and white. #hyacinths #blackandwhitephotography #EastCoastKin #sepia #botanicalphotography #flowermagic #flowerpower

Little daisy still manages to show some delicate pink through the frost 🤍 #MacroMonday #EastCoastKin #PhotographersofBluesky #flowermagic #flowerpower #botanicalphotography

One of my favourite times of the year: when the trees start to turn green and everything is in bloom at the edge of the forest and in the Streuobst-Wiesen.

#BloomScrolling #SilentSunday #NaturePhotography #BotanicalPhotography #Botany #cherryTree #cherry #spring #SpringAwakening #Streuobstwiese #oldGrowth #orchard #NatureMatchCuts #blueSky