Swallowtail butterflies, being large, colorful, and attractive, have been the target of butterfly collectors in earlier times. They seem to really enjoy visiting my butterfly bushes. I have had male and female swallowtails both grace my garden.
George was too kind in posing for a businessman's portrait for an assignment. He has never had one before and was very cooperative. What a great subject!
As I was walking through the gardens, I spotted this scary spider and cool web. I Googled spiders of NC and found out it is a garden spider and loves to eat large bugs. I decided it could remain in the garden and do what it loves best.
Murdock "Dock" is our family pet that was happy when the two hour photo shoot was over. He appreciated the treats he received because he was so good.
Queen of the Night blooms about 2:30 a.m. This was definitely a challenge photographing in total darkness, but it was fun. The bloom is approximately 10 inches wide.
Traveling around Tot Hill Farm Golf Course I photographed this clump of wild daisies. It was a gorgeous day and many wildflowers were blooming.
