Welcome to episode 28 of the Tuesday Photo Challenge! From the very sweet theme of last week, I thought it might be a good week to turn back to Nature and share some of what you find to be Nature’s Beauty!
Nature flaunts her beauty all around us, so that it is entirely up to us individually to recognize it and capture it with our cameras. Therefore the challenge to you is to find some examples of the beauty that you find in Nature and present it in such a way that it cannot help but convince each of us that it is truly beautiful!
This image is from a recent trip to the Netherlands when I found this natural beauty just outside the Botanical Garden of the Technical University in Delft.
Bird of Paradise
This is one of the showiest flowers out there, and it never fails to make me stand in awe of the astonishing constructs that come from nature.
For those who’d like to participate in this weekly challenge, the rules are the following:
Create a pingback link to this post, so that I can create a post showing all of the submissions over the week (note: pingbacks may not appear immediately, as my site is set up to require approval for linking to it; helps against previous bad experiences with spamming)
Have fun creating something new (or sharing something old)!!
For those who’d like to participate in this weekly challenge, the rules are the following:
I’m confident that there will be lots of fun images that truly show off the best of Nature! Remember to have fun and use your creativity!!
Technical Details
This image was captured with a Canon EOS 1D MkIII using an EF24-105mm f/4L lens. Exposure settings were at 1/200 second with f/6.3 and 400 ISO.
A Fresh Perspective
Photography is more than just a vehicle for capturing the world around me; it provides me with a palette and a set of brushes, with which I paint not only what I see, but also look to express the emotions that are evoked by the scene in front of me in that moment.
Growing up in the Netherlands exposed me to a wide cross-section of visual arts that laid the foundation of my photographic view of all that surrounds me. Early influences were the Dutch Masters of the 17th century, to whom I was introduced by my grandfather during museum explorations; favorites among them are the scenes of quotidian life depicted by Jan Steen and Frans Hals and the vivid landscapes of Jacob van Ruisdael.
My classical high school education was supplemented by the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum, where I spent many a lunch hour exploring its great collection. Here I was introduced to surrealism with a particular love for the approach taken by Salvador Dali; Dali also rekindled my appreciation for the work of Hieronymus Bosch, who often showed the folly of us mortals.
Universal Connections
My approach to any photographic subject is to look for understanding first; in this I look to establish either a connection between the viewer and the subject or capture the connection of the subject with its surroundings. The captured image then aims to portray this connection from a perspective that is part of my personal interpretation.
This interpretation is often a form of externalized introspection, which may alternately display the connection of isolated beings and items with their environment or highlight the whimsy of the profound world, in which we find ourselves. The universe is full of connections, many of which are waiting to be discovered; part of my journey as a photographer is to document these connections.
Any assignment, be it an event, a product shoot or a portrait session is always approached through communication with the client; this is where the first connection is established. Ideas are exchanged and a collaborative plan of action forms, ultimately resulting in a set of images that aim to exceed the expectations of each client.
And, lest we forget, it is important to have fun while practicing the serious business of photography!
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39 thoughts on “Tuesday Photo Challenge – Nature’s Beauty”
Hi Frank, lovely photo and theme. Emerson quotes nature as being close to God/love from my recollection. I’m looking forward to seeing what contributions you get! 😊 Blessings to all.
A beautiful photograph Frank and thank you for this wonderful prompt! I am linking last night’s post with this, which includes a poem and photographs about nature. There may be more links to come throughout the week and I look forward to what everyone else is submitting.
Bird of Paradise always amazes me. Your photo is stunningly. It’s a beauty.The stem of the flower has a velvety look. Every petal is full of life. This is my first attempt to participate, so please let me know if I am doing it correctly. Here is the link to my post:
The Strelitzia is native to South Africa – it is wonderful seeing them blooming in the veld as the blooms last for a long time and are regularly visited by sunbirds.
Dutch goes the Photo! 
Amazing photo!!
Thank you kindly!
Stunning flower and pic 🙂 Look forward to this one (may have to dig into archives unless the sun comes out to play!!)
Thank you! I’m looking forward to seeing your contribution!
Beautiful picture – impressive.
Thank you very kindly!!
What a stunning photo Frank. This theme is bound to bring out lots of amazing pics. 🌿
Thank you, Miriam. I’m definitely looking forward to your contribution to this one!!
Cracking capture!
Thanks bunches!
Hi Frank, lovely photo and theme. Emerson quotes nature as being close to God/love from my recollection. I’m looking forward to seeing what contributions you get! 😊 Blessings to all.
Thank you, Debbie! Yes, Nature is our gateway to the universe.
A beautiful photograph Frank and thank you for this wonderful prompt! I am linking last night’s post with this, which includes a poem and photographs about nature. There may be more links to come throughout the week and I look forward to what everyone else is submitting.
Thank you for joining in the challenge this week, Xenia! Your post is wonderful! I agree with you that there will be a lot of great entries this week.
Thank you Frank, looking forward to seeing more :o)
My entry for Nature’s Beauty https://micksinernestblog.wordpress.com/2016/10/25/tuesday-photo-challenge-natures-beauty/
Bird of Paradise always amazes me. Your photo is stunningly. It’s a beauty.The stem of the flower has a velvety look. Every petal is full of life. This is my first attempt to participate, so please let me know if I am doing it correctly. Here is the link to my post:
https://theshowersofblessing.wordpress.com/2016/10/25/tuesday-photo-challenge-natures-beauty/
You’ve certainly done this correctly and your post is just fantastic!! Thank you,
Frank
Oh, Frank, thank you that I follow your clear instructions.
I have added a second contribution for this lovely prompt: https://whippetwisdom.com/2016/10/26/wordless-wednesday-natures-beauty/
Thank you! It’s great to see so much beauty!
I love Heliconias
https://leakinginkblog.wordpress.com/tuesday-photo-challenge-natures-beauty/
what a wonderful world 🙂
https://ladyleemanila.wordpress.com/2016/10/26/tuesday-photo-challenge-natures-beauty/
And a wonderful post!
Done. Thank you so much Frank. I love these photo challenges.
The Strelitzia is native to South Africa – it is wonderful seeing them blooming in the veld as the blooms last for a long time and are regularly visited by sunbirds.