More purple

Purple 2, originally uploaded by LK824.

I couldn't decide which I liked better so uploading this one too. I like the stark edge of the flowers against the little sprout. Hope he makes it, even if he's a weed...

What's a flower

Purple 1, originally uploaded by LK824.

I wasn't super impressed with my purple options this week, so ended up with some pansies. This shot is from right outside of my office. I've always found it ironic they built a steel flower in the middle of the courtyard JUST IN CASE you didn't notice the other flowers around you.

Factoids: Experimented with the 35mm lens this week. The light meter wasn't working, however, so shot this totally in manual relying on my know-how and the histogram. Glad it came out alright!

Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon, originally uploaded by LK824.

My favorite landscape shot from the weekend in Vegas. I feel like I'm sitting on the rock looking at it. Wish it was a little brighter, but I like the shadows. Feel that they add a "heavy" feel. However, now that I know how to use the AE-lock and all the other jazz, I'll be sure to capitalize. :)

Medusa Cactus

Medusa Cactus, originally uploaded by LK824.

Saw this guy while in Arizona for Tanya and Nick's wedding. I suppose I've sort of cheated as that was a few weeks ago, but cut me some slack - just figured out how to get the pics off the new DSLR.

The photo might be a little overexposed in the back right corner, but I like the glow that it creates. Plus, I'm enjoying the perspective of the shot and the shadows in front.