White anemone

This is the color version of the photo I'll probably use for my next lighting class.  I was attempting to use fairly soft light, but in this version of the photo, I amped up the contrast a little bit.  I particularly liked the patina on the julep cup.

Tulip

I've just started working on my lighting assignment for my next class, and I'm continuing to stick with my genre of "all things organic".  I'll probably work with flowers most of the time, but I also may expand my definition of organic if I get bored.  This image isn't for the assignment....I didn't have enough time to get into it today....I just did some test shots...but I like photographing tulips, so I thought I'd post it.  I processed it in color and B&W, and I think I actually like the color shot for a change.

Lions

I'm taking advantage of not having a lighting assignment this week to edit some more of my photos from our trip to Africa.  Here are my favorite two from today.  A majestic male lion and a gorgeous female.