While spending a beautiful afternoon exploring Lake Merritt waaay back in March, Matty and I stumbled upon a large patch of California Poppies displayed deep within downtown Oakland. These suckers grow wild, anywhere and everywhere. No wonder it's the state flower.
Get a load of the color!
Both images were shot on the same camera (mine) — with different composition and execution styles, obviously. Do I dare ask which of the two you prefer? It's all about how you work with the light (and subject), baby!
Comments (3)
I like the second one better, but explaining why makes me feel like art appreciation class all over again.
Posted by Noelle | June 19, 2008 7:50 AM
Posted on June 19, 2008 07:50
I'd have to go with the first one, actually. Although, you do look lovely in the second one.
Poppies! I love them! I'm trying to grow a few double pinks this year.
Posted by Allie | June 22, 2008 8:47 AM
Posted on June 22, 2008 08:47
well - I shot the first one... so yeah, props to everyone that liked that one more ;)
Posted by kir (admin) | June 22, 2008 11:56 PM
Posted on June 22, 2008 23:56