We have a huge fig tree at home. It's over 70 years old now and is massive. Consequently it gets lots and lots of figs (we never prune it or even water it but it survives well) and the birds come in the daytime during Feb/March and the Fruit Bats at night. We still get to pick plenty for ourselves though - not that I know a lot about using figs in … [Read more...] about Sharing the figs…
Garden Photography
Getting More Joy Out of Your Garden: Using Your Camera II
Some basic tips today. Whatever your choice of camera, there are some simple rules, or tips, you can learn, to get the best out of your tool and for photographing your garden. Learn to steady your phone, or your camera, or use a tripod. The heavier the piece of equipment (think camera body with large lens) the harder it is to take still shots. … [Read more...] about Getting More Joy Out of Your Garden: Using Your Camera II
Getting More Joy From Your Garden: Using Your Camera
Now you've read my introductory stories about how I got to where I am now, I want to share with you some basics about garden photography. Now, why would you want to do this? It has a twofold benefit: You will get to know your camera better if using it regularly and learn to take better photos, and You will get to know your garden much … [Read more...] about Getting More Joy From Your Garden: Using Your Camera