A wild carrot takes centre stage in this picture, rising gracefully from the grass. The flower head is fine and lacy, like a natural umbrella of little white flowers that together form a perfect dome. In the centre is the familiar little dark purple flower, a striking detail that attracts insects. The stem is slender but sturdy, slightly hairy and bends slightly in the wind. The background is out of focus, with soft tones of green and brown, which brings out the wild carrot as the main subject. The light is diffuse, possibly from an early morning or late afternoon, giving the plant an almost ethereal look. The wild carrot, ancestor of our carrot, stands here not as a food crop but as a quiet beauty in the wild. This photograph captures its fragile yet powerful presence in nature, a moment of botanical elegance amidst the everyday landscape.
By profession, I am co-owner of a creative agency called Tocomfy. We work for several SME (and international) companies. You could therefore say that I have made my hobby my job.
In my spare time, I like to go out and take pictures of interesting things I come across...
Read more…