Most of my many files are of nature – with a focus mostly on flowers and trees. As I was meandering through these gardens and woods from the comfort of my lodging, I was somewhat overwhelmed by having to choose the best examples of texture. I solved the problem by choosing to focus on the patterns of butterflies wings and the patterns of how they go about their work of extracting nectar from flowers. I hope you have the time to take a deep breath and linger as you scroll through my post – taking pleasure in the patterns and the colors that create the patterns of the butterflies and the garden plants they were visiting.





I encourage you to visit Denzil’s blog that hosts this nature-focused challenge so you can look at other photographer’s interpretation of patterns and see his new theme on Wednesday.
You don’t realise the colour range until an array of butterflies is assembled. Are all these local varieties?
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Some are from southern Florida and some from Great Lakes area and Maritime Provinces of Canada.
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Spectacular choices! Beautiful.
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Thank you, Margaret.
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I can understand you being overwhelmed by choices. It’s relaxing to enjoy these patterns of wings against the flowers. My favourite is the orangey one at the top.
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That is why I put it at the top. 🙂 I always wonder if I should put the one I like the best at the top or bottom.
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I usually put my favourites top and bottom too.
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Indeed some lovely photos.
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When it comes to patterns in nature it’s hard to beat a butterfly’s wings, and you have a beautiful selection here!
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Thanks, Sarah. 🙂
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These are gorgeous butterflies Pat and so well photographed. Thanks for taking part in my challenge and I look forward to seeing more of your excellent photos and reading your insights.
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I’m looking forward to participating, too.
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Exquisite photos Pat
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Awe thanks, Nora.
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These are gorgeous!
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Thanks, Dawn.
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brilliant photos.
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Thanks.
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