I am so lucky to have Cambridge Botanic Gardens nearby. These Digitalis purpurea are in flower at the moment - I make sure to have my little digital camera with me as there's always something to record. I just love those spotty patterns inside the flowers!
Flower drawing (ie. painting - this was always called 'drawing' when I was in college, as you can draw with paint) has been a favourite thing for me to do. I've recently had a couple of refresher lessons with a Botanical Artist and am giving some serious thought to taking it up again. Can't commit myself yet though, so I'll just keep observing for the time being ...
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Those are gorgeous photos, Diane. I love foxgloves; they are our county flower, although I've not seen any in flower yet.
ReplyDeleteThere's always something new to spot in the gardens - I've had my eye on these for a couple of days now.
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