Watch A Rose Grow

Hi, When I got my first digital SLR, I was really eager to use it, so started taking pictures of subjects I don't normally do. I started shooting a lot of flowers, and was fascinated at this rose, which I tried to follow from bud to bloom. What do you think?

Christopher Szabo

Rose Tea Bud in the Garden

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That was when I first noticed this budding flower.

Christopher Szabo

Rose Tea Some Days Later

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Then a bit more...

Christopher Szabo

Almost There

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And here is the rose in full bloom.

Christopher Szabo

The Rose in Full Bloom!

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I am fascinated by the way roses "unfurl." Nature sure does something really special to me. I really enjoyed taking these pictures, hope you liked them!