Thursday (03-May-2018) — New Jersey

Backyard Springtime Nature in New Jersey.

The plum-tree is fully in bloom. Unfortunately, I never get any plums off the tree? The flowers only remain for a few days, but keep the bees busy. One last fancy daffodil is in bloom on the north side of the house.

Plum Tree in Full Bloom. Image taken with a Leica CL camera and 23 mm f/2 lens. (DAVID J MATHRE)
Plum Tree in Full Bloom. Image taken with a Leica CL camera and 23 mm f/2 lens. (DAVID J MATHRE)
Plum Tree Flowers. Image taken with a Fuji X-H1 camera and 60 mm f/2.4 macro lens (DAVID J MATHRE)
Plum Tree Flowers. Image taken with a Fuji X-H1 camera and 60 mm f/2.4 macro lens (DAVID J MATHRE)
Late Fancy Daffodil Flower. Image taken with a Leica CL camera and 23 mm f/2 lens (David J Mathre)
Late Fancy Daffodil Flower. Image taken with a Leica CL camera and 23 mm f/2 lens (David J Mathre)

 

Author: David Mathre

I am a scientist by training (Eckerd College, BSc; Caltech, Ph.D.). I worked for 27 years as a Chemist in the Pharmaceutical Industry developing processes to manufacture medicines for human and animal health. I now spend my time as a photographer and world traveler. My interests include the natural world, wildlife, landscapes, sky, and seascapes, travel, and astrophotography. I look for unique ways of viewing the world and presenting my images. I have traveled to over 55 countries in six continents, often on Semester at Sea voyages. While at home in New Jersey, I spend time on home renovation and expansion of a wildflower garden/meadow.

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