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Ancient woodland

Published on May 26, 2020May 28, 2021 by floresphotographic2 Comments

The term ‘ancient woodland’ in itself conjures up something magical and mystical. It describes an area of woodland that has been in existence since the 1600’s. It has developed naturally with unique ecosystems and the woodland has not been disturbed by mankind. Sadly, these special places only account for 2.4% of the UK.

All the leaves on the trees were out in full – brand new, perfect leaves in that fresh shade of almost luminous green. They always look at their peak in May, before the colour slightly fades and the leaves get their lived-in appearance and become tatty looking as the Summer goes on.

The light was perfect, weaving its way through small patches and lighting up the ground where the leaves had not yet formed a complete canopy. It provided that beautiful dappled appearance, great for photography.

The winding uphill path framed by stinging nettles and wild blackberry bushes.

*Light shining through the underside of wild blackberry shrubs.*

*Light reaching a solitary blade of grass on the woodland floor.*

Autumn’s end

Published on November 17, 2019October 29, 2020 by floresphotographic3 Comments

The first meteorological day of Winter is on December 1st. Some pictures to celebrate the end of the season.

*Delicate seed heads swaying in a light breeze.*

Autumn

Published on September 29, 2019March 25, 2021 by floresphotographic4 Comments

Perfect light to capture those Autumnal colours.

Maple seeds soon to drop.

The last of the Autumn leaves

Published on November 4, 2018March 25, 2021 by floresphotographic10 Comments

Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower – Albert Camus

I thought I would get a final few snaps of the pretty colours on the trees before the wind, rain and frost took their toll. The lovely yellows and oranges (which are masked by the green chlorophyll colour in the growing season) are now revealed as the chlorophyll breaks down. Some trees, like maples, make new pigments, giving rise to different shades of red and purple.