Monday, January 30, 2012

OUR WORLD - The Lotus Pond


Yesterday I finally met another blogger, our own Dianne of
'Adelaide and Beyond' and 'All Things French'. We met up at the
Adelaide Botanical Gardens, shared a quick baguette and off to
the Lotus Pond for a shooting frenzy. Dianne is thinking of
upgrading to an SLR so we just used my Canon so she could get
a feel for it and see the difference between it and her present
point and shoot.

Here are a few I snapped in action as we had quite a blowy day.


The wonder of the Lotus blowing in the wind with it's last flowers
still perfect but showing seed pods in various stages of ripeness
as proof of the glory that graced the gardens during the last few
weeks.


The flower and the pod embracing . . .


and catch-as-catch-can, as the wind tilted the flower towards
me for a millisecond.



We spent a wonderful day together, getting to know each other
and wildly photographing and talking 'shop'.

Later in the day we shared an even greater wonder but that is for another day.
Sorry I am late posting but I was absolutely bushed after such an intensive shoot
and 3 hours of driving.

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31 comments:

  1. Ruth HiebertJanuary 30, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    Beautiful pictures. Glad you had a great time.

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  2. TexWisGirlJanuary 30, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    how awesome for both of you! and your lotus photos are beautiful, too!

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  3. Regina January 30, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Delightful scenes!

    Have a great week Arija.
    Regards.

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  4. grammie gJanuary 30, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    Hi Arija...What a great fun day that must have been to meet a blogger friends is a treat!
    The photos of the Lotus Pond are just marvelous ..what a lovely plant..they hardy look real they are so perfect!!
    Grace

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  5. Sylvia KJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    What a fun day!! And I have to admit I'm envious! Wish I could have joined you!! Your captures for the day are exquisite -- as always! I am so glad the two of you got to meet! Wonderful! Thanks for sharing the day, Arija!

    Sylvia

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  6. JanJanuary 30, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    What a wonderful day, glad it was so enjoyable.
    Jan

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  7. JimJanuary 30, 2012 at 9:10 PM

    Brilliant blooms.

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  8. GaelynJanuary 30, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Your photos are refreshing. How wonderful to meet a fellow blogger/friend. Wish I had you around to show mentor me on the SLR, which I too want to purchase.

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  9. AndreaJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Lotus plants, including flowers, fruits and all are always beautiful and serene. It is understandable why a religious inclination chose lotus as a symbol of their faith.

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  10. EbieJanuary 30, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    The lotus flowers are just gorgeous! They stand tall and firm, and the petals so crisp! I know how it feels when you meet a fellow blogger, I met so far only 2.

    Hehehe, you even drove 1 hour further than me (2 hrs from home to Joshua Tree -one way). Tiring but with full gratification.

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  11. Elephant's ChildJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    The lotus and the pool look enchanting. I am really glad that you enjoyed meeting another blogger as well. I have only met one in person, and it was a real treat.

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  12. DianneJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:59 PM

    The pics are beautiful Arija especially - the flower and the pod embracing - it was a wonderful day and I really appreciated your mentoring with the Canon DSLR and even being brave enough to let me have a play .... So much fun -it was a real treat . Thank you.

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  13. LadyFiJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:00 AM

    Wow wow wow! These are exquisite shots!

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  14. RajeshJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:51 AM

    Beautiful captures. It is nice to meet fellow blogerrs.

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  15. Stewart MJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:54 AM

    Hi there - they are splendid pictures - and good reason to get a DSLR!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Australia

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  16. GattinaJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:55 AM

    How nice that you met with a blogfriend ! and your pictures are real beautiful !

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  17. eileeninmdJanuary 31, 2012 at 2:04 AM

    WOW, gorgeous photos of the lotus flowers. I love the shade of pink. It is wonderful you were able to meet up with another blogger friend. Sounds like a great place to meet too. Thanks for sharing, have a great day.

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  18. Luna MirandaJanuary 31, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    gorgeous lotus! i love the pastel pink color.

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  19. The Solitary WalkerJanuary 31, 2012 at 3:29 AM

    Great shots — and also great to meet up with another blogger! I did this last year with an American blogfriend, and it was infinitely rewarding.

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  20. Tina´s PicStoryJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    how beautiful! :)

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  21. Mary Howell CromerJanuary 31, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    My morning just came alive with the wonder of these amazing beauties. I can see no movement in them at all, is as if the moments just stopped with each capture and they are delightful Arija. I have not been feeling up to par, so these brightened my day. A bad cold is always so annoying...

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  22. CarverJanuary 31, 2012 at 7:33 AM

    Those are such beautiful flowers at the lotus pond. Fun meeting up with a fellow blogger.

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  23. DeniseinVAJanuary 31, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    Absolutely glorious photos! Worth the trip I think Arija and so lovely to be able to visit with your blogging friend. A great day all round.

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Lovely! So that is what a lotus flower looks like.

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  25. NaturegirlJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    I can now appreciate the Lotus seed pods that florists use in many arrangements! In fact I used several to create my oudoors winter arrangement out front.
    I have never seen a lotus flower up close and personal!
    I am joining this meme of views of our World!waving to you!

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  26. Bella SinclairJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    Oh my my my my. Pure bliss. I love the lotus, in all its stages. Sounds like a most wonderful day!

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  27. BeckyJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    What a wonderful experience Arija! Those flowers are gorgeous too, I LOVE the color.! I have yet to meet any of my blogger friends, and I can just imagine what a special day you must have had.
    B.

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  28. Sandra GardenerJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Cik gan maigi ir šie lotosa ziedi...

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  29. UnknownFebruary 1, 2012 at 5:20 AM

    I love lotus. These shots are absolutely beautiful! Unfortunately I don't see it anywhere around here, I don't think they survive winter.

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  30. ElaineFebruary 1, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    Beautiful shots! Fun to be out with a fellow blogger.

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  31. Sallie (FullTime-Life.comFebruary 10, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    Neat to meet up with another blogger. (and I am quite envious of her private lesson!)

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