Feb 14, 2011

Ranuncu-what?!

I can't say enough good things about my favorite flower, the ranunculus. Everyone pokes fun at the name, but eh, they are so damn beautiful and I think, more striking than roses. I was beyond thrilled to see them in February at a florist this past weekend (at $3 a stem though!) . I probably should wait for them to bloom a bit more, but I couldn't help but take a few early budding shots. I think I squealed like a silly little schoolgirl every time I looked at them. Thanks, JJ. :D

These were digital, and the below shot was taken on the Contax with a Polaroid back on Fuji FP-100C. I am also completely smitten with the Polaroid back. The tones! The film peeling! The instant print! Ah! This level of excitement is probably not normal. I don't even get this way about my real Polaroid SLR...

Looking at these definitely helps cure some Monday blues.

14 comments :

  1. Polaroid back! Woot, that's so exciting, and thanks for sharing flower photos! They're so lovely!

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  2. These are such beautiful flowers! I have never heard of them before today, but I will definitely be on the lookout for them! Also, the film print is wonderful. Gosh, as soon as I can, I will have to buy a disposable camera just to practice! Happy Valentine's Day Alice!!
    --Ciara :)

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  3. my most favorite flower ever. i asked the florist at the farmers market here, and he said they'll be ready in 2 more weeks. cannot wait.

    also, those digital shots -- are those with the 50mm/1.4? that DOF is so amazing, i thought it might be with the 85/1.2 or something.

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  4. Oh the excitement of pretty flowers! I get excited too :-) And film!

    I'm so glad I found your blog. Your photos are so, so beautiful.

    Here is a prize for you http://hei-astrid.blogspot.com/2011/02/i-love-your-blog.html

    :-)

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  5. WOW! These flowers shot are really wonderful, Alice!

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  6. They are lovely! So far I have two flowers as favorites: orchids and this ... ranunculus! For me, they are like a mix of roses and peony.

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  7. Definitely one of my favorite flowers! You are so lucky to find them so early!

    Ok, you have to explain "Polaroid back on Fuji FP-100C" ..... or point me to a link!

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  8. These flowers are lovely, Alice. I must say that I have never heard of them before but they are wonderful!

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  9. gorgeous, love the film shot & ranunculus :)

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  10. Definitely nice to see some flowers that aren't so common!

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  11. gorgeous, ranunculus are one of my favourites. makes me miss spring :)

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  12. I loooooove ranunculus!
    Thank you for sharing those beautiful photos!

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