Ruby Tuesday Tulip with Reds
I took this photo a few weeks ago. Since then, the azaleas are still in bloom but the yellow tulip with touches of red has shed its petals.
In camera news, my new Canon 75-300mm zoom lens was returned to Adorama last week because I kept getting err_99 on the camera. On the third day of using the lens. The first two days were an absolute joy; I could capture bokeh (the fuzzy backdrop with clear subject) like never before. Well, a new one is being shipped, and UPS tracking claims it is somewhere in Edison. I am impatiently awaiting its arrival. One of my friends was glad he has a Nikon.
There’s an expression in Hebrew: Marbeh nechasim, marbeh da’agot. Loosely translated, it means the more stuff you got, the more worries.
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Ilana-Davita says
Red as a background rather than as the focused object is a great idea.
Jeri says
I also love the red background and that tulip with just a hint of red - magnificent!!
East Gwillimbury WOW! says
Yes, azaleas last so much longer than tulips.
Sorry you're having trouble with your lens. I have a Canon 55 to 250 and I've not had any trouble with it, even though it's not as nice a lens.
My camera dealer sells both Canon and Nikon and believes Nikons are not THAT much better than Canons...they just cost more. I suspect your lens problem was a fluke. ;-)
Leora says
I hope so (that the lens error was a fluke). I got the new lens in a package downstairs; I'm going to utter some prayer or voodoo magic on the new lens and hope all goes well.
storyteller says
Beautiful red backdrop for this lovely yellow tulip.
Hugs and blessings,
mary/theteach says
Leora, the shot is beautiful! And just a touch of RED in the yellow tulip. Ain't it the truth: the more stuff you got, the more worries! Ha! :)
busy91 says
Lovely yellow tulip, and the red in the background really brings it out.
felisol says
Your tulip is a wonder. Those hardly spot- able strokes of red.
Only a creator would have boldness and imagination to color like this.
I love the tulips. Not two are identical.
I don't get a word of your lens talk. That's Greek to me.
My daughter also using a large Canon is also complaining about a newly bought costly lens.
I am glad my worries are few when it comes to belongings...
Somehow I fear the sum of worries is constant one way or the other.
From Felisol
Patti V. says
Beautiful contrast of the yellow tulip against the azalea. This is inspiring me to photograph the azaleas in our yard. We have pink, white and lavender (the previous owner planted them)
Happy Ruby Tuesday!
Ralph says
Nice tulip. Alone it is a beautiful flower. But the red azaleas behind the tulip look as if they are an audience of red leaves judging the beauty of the tulip...and gasping at the yellow flower's superior looks
Leora says
gasping? ;-)
emila yusof says
beautiful photo!! i love the feeling looking at it!
Dora says
The yellow really stands out among the reds!
Happy RT!
Jew Wishes says
What fantastic contrasts of light and color. I love the subtle red on the tulip. Beautiful.
Monica in WA says
I enjoy how you have the bright cheerful yellow tulip and all the red as the background. Beautifully done.
Robin says
Stunning color combination, and that tiny bit of red on the yellow petals draws it all together very well.
I'd love to see a second crop with a tiny bit more stem showing.
Hope your new lens arrives soon. I'm awaiting a delivery (not of a camera lens) myself so I can empathize!
Auntie E says
It just amazes me how nature can make every flower have it's own character. I have a bush that is odd, in that, it had several different colors though out it. Posted it on my Garden site. Love your photo, Great shot.Happy RT
Dianne says
"somewhere in Edison" hehehehe - I can't tell you how that made me laugh - my UPS depot is Tinton Falls and I beleive it is within the Bermuda Triangle - I hear Edison is much better
the photo is stunning! I just recently learned what brokeh is and now spent way too much time trying to achieve it
Leora says
The lens came! I used it! It worked!
Yes, I have become a "bokeh" addict. Always looking to get a bit of blur in the right spot.
annie says
Good morning Leora. What a bright way to start my day. This photo is so pretty and would work just as well for Mellow Yellow Monday!
scart says
what a beautiful red background of a tulip.
Happy Tuesday :)
Dhaval Jani says
Now this is a perfect shot! I like the red and yellow... and good luck for your lens.
ramblingwoods says
I am glad that they are being helpful as I think I checked them on the BBB site and they weren't so great...but I know others who have bought things with no trouble....
Vicki says
What a great idea, to have the red in the background. I love the effect!
Sorry you're having camera troubles. That has to be frustrating.
storyteller says
LOVELY photograph that could work for Mellow Yellow Monday too. I shared ROSES this week ;--)
Hugs and blessings,
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