After a string of hot and dry days, most flowers and gardens in the Mid Atlantic Region are more than happy to get a shower of water to quench their thirst. In this case it’s not Mother Nature, but a simple garden hose and sprinkler that has supplied the much needed drink.
I shot this Daylily (of some type) while watering recently and had hopes of drawing in a few birds while I sat off in a shaded area. A few past by for a quick wetting of the wings, but no photo ops were to be had. At least the flowers enjoyed the event. 
Camera: Nikon D5000 Lens: Nikon 18-55mm with 46mm Macro adapter. Processing: Photoshop CS5
Nice shot Jimi. I know some photographers actually carry a spray bottle with them to simulate the “rain”
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Never thought of that little trick but it’s a great idea.
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One of the most famous shots ever, “First Monsoon Rain” was discovered to be manufactured by sprinkling water onto the girls face.
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Nice color contrast going on here. Very cool – love the touch of water drops on the flower.
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wow Jimi that is awesome!!!
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Nothing wrong with providing a little “man made” dew
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Great Lilly shot, I have used the spray bottle trick before..;-))
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Think I’ll tote one occasionally as well. Nice tip I’ve learned today.
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GREAT shot Jimi – I absolutely love this!
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Sweet macro – wow. Love those drops of water.
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Beautiful colors.
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Great shots! I love the colors and I love the way how the flower was taken.
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Thanks, I appreciate it.
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Hello. I’m always glad to see a fellow photograhers work and this is I have to say a great shot. your blog seems to be primarily about HDR this is a pretty simple calm HDR that works well. I have played with HDR photography in the past and found it to be interesting but difficult. Autobracketing has helped though. What do you use to process your images. I deal with photos with a more classical feel to them on my blog.
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Hi Tobias.
Sorry for the delayed response, somehow missed your comment.
I use both Photomatix and HDR Efex for processing my brackets into an HDR. Both are great programs, although HDR Efex has more presets and controls.
There are quite a few styled of HDR, none if which are bad, it’s a matter of individual preference. You’ll have to find your zone as the processing unfolds.
I’ll be doing a detailed post on this topic in the near future, when time allows.
Thanks for your comment and question, Tobias.
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Wonderful shot Jimi. Love the water drops. I keep hearing about the water bottle, and I agree it is a great idea. I just keep forgetting to bring it along!
Brilliant work Jimi, incredible
Thanks, Dave.
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Fantastic color.
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Thanks, Ryan.
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Nice post, made me smile. I never thought of the human water effect. well done!
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Hi Adam.
Glad you got a smile of of the deal.
I learned that toting a water bottle is a strategy used by many photogs. Had never even thought of that nest trick.
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