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Common Milkweed
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Uploaded: 07/07/07 6:13 AM GMT
Common Milkweed
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This is a Honeyvine Milkweed that is common throughout Missouri & may even become problematic at times. The seeds are carried on the the silken threads of the pod and in the fall, the weeds stems are cut and used for cordage (rope making). We found this big plant while exploring a State Park this week. All critiques are welcomed. ;=)
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Zowwy gal that's some nice details working in this one!! Luv the light tricklin' around as it really gleems with that silky sheen!!
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Why do the pictures come out square when the lens is round?? Picture Purrrfect .
Nothin' common about this shot, mimi. How'd you do that? The lighting is wonderful. It looks like the core of the milkweed is self lit and glowing. Beautiful post!
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You will be led to the knowledge of the internal things which are invisible to you, by the external things which you see before you. . . . Even so then, we can represent to ourselves in thought the Author of all that is, by contemplating and admiring the (visible) things which He has made, and ever brings into being.
- Hermes
Its been a while since I've seen one of these. A fine capture with good lighting.
Russ
Russ
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Anything that excites me for any reason, I will photograph; not searching for unusual subject matter, but making the commonplace unusual.
Edward Weston
Although it does tend to be in my head that this makes my nose feel itchy, it is a beautiful shot. I like the nice contrast at work here.
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Darryl
A really fine shot, Mimi, the detail is so sharp! I'm a little surprised that the seeds are already bursting from their pod, I thought that happened in the Fall. But, you captured the feathery bits perfectly. Thanks for sharing!
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Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little. - Edmund Burke
I've never seen this before but I think we have something similar here in Texas. Nice shot of this plant.
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"Imperfection is beauty; madness is genius & it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring. And when it comes down to it, I let them think what they want. If they care enough to bother with what I do, then I'm really better than them."--Marilyn Monroe
just think of the bigger wishes these babys have than the dandelions...
steven:)
steven:)
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Beautiful! I am a fan of milkweed (& like seed pods).. there is something magical about the those silken parachutes in the air. Did you do something or is that marvelous lighting effect a natural capture?
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Terrific, Mimi...the lighting is what does the trick here, as has been commented.. congrats :)
♥PJ
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Wonderful Mimi, perfect photo in everyway. Love it.
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I know one thing, monarch caterpillars love it! =) Great photo dear.
Peace,
Nessa
Peace,
Nessa
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"A closed mind is a wonderful thing to lose."
Hi Mimi,
This image is remarkably striking in it's nature. You have proven to us that such a 'weed' can be absolutely beautiful, and very appealing. The light of the weed is similar to a beacon in the night, sending out signals to welcome or daring us to enter. I can envision the haunted area to be just beyond, not far from this strange light in the night!
Seriously Mimi, the contrasting colors of this gleaming white light, and the surrounding greens are very beautiful, indeed, striking in appearance. It seems to require my undivided attention, and leaving the light, I find myself in search of intriging and mysterious elements beyond. This is what a good photo should require of us, right? Very well done, my sweetie, a very nice photo, Mimi.
Sincerely, Marilyn
This image is remarkably striking in it's nature. You have proven to us that such a 'weed' can be absolutely beautiful, and very appealing. The light of the weed is similar to a beacon in the night, sending out signals to welcome or daring us to enter. I can envision the haunted area to be just beyond, not far from this strange light in the night!
Seriously Mimi, the contrasting colors of this gleaming white light, and the surrounding greens are very beautiful, indeed, striking in appearance. It seems to require my undivided attention, and leaving the light, I find myself in search of intriging and mysterious elements beyond. This is what a good photo should require of us, right? Very well done, my sweetie, a very nice photo, Mimi.
Sincerely, Marilyn
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Wonderful work though, a good contrasting of colour and a beauty of a presentation!..nice work.