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Pride of the Artichokes !
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Uploaded: 06/01/10 4:52 AM GMT
Pride of the Artichokes !
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This is called a Globe Artichoke, it is edible as the others, but only before it blooms like this.It's grown for the 'buds' if you wish to eat them. If you allow it to bloom, its in your garden for looks only! And it is so beautiful. It's what we call the Queen of the Garden!! It's a member of the thistle family.It grows to about four feet tall and four feet wide.It's actually a hard plant to grow. I had this one in my garden about two years ago. I 'rediscovered' the photo and wanted to share this beauty with you.
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.catweasel
06/01/10 5:05 AM GMT
He certainly is a handsome fellow, Verena. Although he needs to get a new hairdresser. That black and gilt framing is really special.
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"Where is the wisdom we have lost in knowledge?
Where is the knowledge we have lost in information?"
THOMAS STEARNS ELIOT
Terrific details!and the framing looks fantastic!!
Wonderful presentation Verena.
Wonderful presentation Verena.
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I particularly like the framing and the lighting of this one, Vee. Nice work.
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"Tis the sunset of life gives me mystical lore, And coming events cast their shadows before."
El grande photo Miss V . . . .
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Verena - Four feet by four feet? It's a monster plant! I've not seen flowering artichokes before, so this is a treat. You presented it so nicely, too! Thad
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine
The photo of the artichoke is very lovely,the black background is very good,nice frame,i like artichokes.
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This is a work of art with the black background and the gold frame. Super nice stuff, Verena.
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Maybe that is what we have growing here, that I never could identify. Guess I'll ask the neighbor, cause she never cuts them down. I like this shot and framework.
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A work of art, and talent! I really like the matching frame.
Winona
Winona
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I continue to enjoy your creativity on your posts. You have an incredible eye.
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You can make artichokes pretty!
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What a purdy artichoke! I'd never eat a lovely thing like this even before it blooms...lol...A beautiful capture Verena!
Joanie
Joanie
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Great piece of work here Miss V. Your creativity has no boundaries.
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Sometimes I do get to places just when God's ready to have somebody click the shutter. - Ansel Adams.......
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Thanks for re-discovering this one, Verena. This surely is very beautiful. I love the lights and they way you have framed it. Excellent composition too
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Since I’ve fallen behind on my review comments .. AGAIN ..I am going to leave you a quick not that I saw your post and have enjoyed it … ☺
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