Gloriosa Daisies
by Brian Tada
Title
Gloriosa Daisies
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph
Description
A vibrant group of Gloriosa daisies (Rudbeckia hirta [Asteraceae]) graces a honeybee garden exhibit at the Sonoma County Fair, Santa Rosa, California in August 2015.
These colorful flowers are members of the sunflower family, which includes the black-eyed Susan.
A plant related to the Gloriosa daisy is the state flower of Maryland, and according to Wikipedia, it is native to Eastern and Central North America.
Butterflies (and honeybees) are attracted to this flowering plant, especially when planted in a large group.
Once established, Gloriosa daisies are drought-tolerant and make a showy presence in a sunny location in the garden. According to Cornell University, this annual plant blooms in the summer through mid-fall and self-seeds readily, although it is not considered invasive. It makes an excellent cut flower.
The Sonoma County Fair in Santa Rosa, California where these flowers were viewed features the largest flower show on the West Coast, and it is the only one to have a themed floral display of this magnitude in the United States. It has numerous spectacular professional and amateur landscape displays and educational exhibits.
"Consider how the flowers grow. They never work or spin yarn for clothes. But I say that not even Solomon in all his majesty was dressed like one of these flowers." Luke 12:27
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Thankful to God and grateful to the group administrators for the honor of graciously featuring this image on the home page of the Fine Art America groups::
* FLORA, 11.06.15
* THOUGHTS OF FLOWERS, 11.09.15
* GLOBAL FLOWERS PHOTOGRAPHY, 10.20.22
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Scripture is taken from GOD'S WORD®, ©1995 God's Word to the Nations. Used by permission of Baker Publishing Group.
Photograph copyright © 2015 Brian Tada. All rights reserved. To the glory of God. No part of this photo may be photographed, distributed, downloaded or copied without the express written permission of the photographer.
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Comments (23)
Anita Pollak
Wonderful colors, lighting, and composition in this gorgeous capture, Brian! Congratulations on your feature in Global Flowers Photography! l/f
Gary F Richards
Spectacular floral composition, lighting, shading, stunning colors and artwork! F/L voted
Sharon W
Super colorful and amazing capture of these wonderful flowers we have in the garden every year! I always appreciate all the amazing and educational info you provide us with as well! Beautiful capture and image!
Morris Finkelstein
Fabulous floral close up photograph with great colors and perspective, Brian! F/L
Laurie Search
Just gorgeous, Brian!!! Fabulous color!!! :)))vf
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Laurie, thank you so much for your precious comment and wonderful encouragement! Appreciate greatly your gracious vf support on this image. It is truly a joy to showcase God's magnificent creation. Am honored by your visit. Massive blessings, have a wonderful week!
Jim Fitzpatrick
Gorgeous capture, composition and flowers! fv
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Jim, many thanks for your gracious comments and fv support! Greatly appreciate the honor of your visit. God bless you, have a super week!
Ruth Housley
Oh so beautiful Brian and very pretty presentation!! l/f Ruth
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Ruth, thanks so much! Appreciate greatly the honor of your visit and l/f support. I thank God for the opportunity to showcase His amazing work in nature. Blessings, have a great weekend!
Jeannie Rhode Photography
Brian, Sharing my Congratulations on your recent Feature in Flora !
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Jeannie, many thanks for your gracious congratulatory greeting! It is truly an honor to be part of the FLORA group on FAA with talented artists like yourself. Blessings, have a wonderful weekend!
Deborah Benoit
Beautiful floral!! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Deborah, thank you for your gracious comment and the honor of your visit! Appreciate greatly your l/f support, thank you! This image was fun to work with. Blessings, have a great weekend!
Donna Collins
Stunning image of these daisies, Brian! Beautiful vibrant colors! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Donna, many thanks for your kind words! Honored by your visit and l/f support, so grateful, thank you! God bless you, have a wonderful weekend!
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