Gerbera

This flower is from a Gerbera plant on my window sill. I photographed it with the blind pulled down behind to give a plain background.

Camera/lens settings: ISO 100, f/1.8, 1/400s, 35mm, tripod and cable release.

Wilting gerbera

One of my favourite things to photograph - a wilting flower. I'd cut this stem from a plant on my window sill and was about to throw it away when I noticed how lovely the curling petals were, particularly when viewed from beneath.

I reduced clarity and vibrance in Lightroom to give the image a softer feel.

Camera/lens settings: ISO 400, f/5, 1/40s, 35mm, hand held.