This week we are being encouraged to look up and down. In nature there is much to see above our heads. Like wonderful birds soaring.
But I think I spend more of my time looking down, especially as bees and flowers!!
I love going for a walk, especially if exploring new places. This summer, we had a chance to visit Annagh Head near French Port (Portnafrankagh) on the Mullet Peninsula, Co. Mayo. There were stunning views of the Atlantic.
And wild rocky coastlines.
The area has many amazing ancient Gneiss metamorphic rock formations.
Out at sea a blue fishing boat.
And then to top it all off – a whole pop of beautiful dolphins.
Summer light through horse chestnut leaves.
Any guesses for these feet?
Nature is my inspiration.
Pollinator postcards to enjoy. All off White-tailed bumblebees which seem to be having a good summer this year.
No shortage of back country roads here in County Mayo, Ireland. Here is one from a recent cycle in North Mayo, when the higher hills disappeared into the mist.
Nice old gates…….
And some pretty orchids on route.
In the garden at the moment the delphiniums are in full bloom. This week’s lens artist challenge asks that we show the same subject captured using multiple, different approaches, so I have chosen these flowers as my focus.
They are regularly visited by the Garden Bumblebees
