Silkweed Sunset
by Neal Eslinger
Title
Silkweed Sunset
Artist
Neal Eslinger
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Silkweed Sunset: This photo of Common Milkweed ( Asclepias syriaca) and Seeds emerging from Follicle; was taken in November 2014 at Bafflin Sactuary in Pomfret Connecticut. Common Milkweed is also known as butterfly flower, silkweed, silky swallow-wort, and Virginia silkweed. Milkweed is native to Southern Canada and of much of the Eastern United States. Milkweed prefers sunny sandy areas to grow. The seeds of the Milkweed are long, white flossy hairs. The plant's latex contains large quantities of glycosides which makes the leaves and seed pods toxic to many mammals however the young shoots, young leaves and flower buds and fruits are all edible raw. The floss of the Milkweed was often used by Native Americans for cordage and textiles. Milkweed Oil from the seeds can be used as a sunscreen. Milkweed Plants are very important to our insect population. The larva of the Monarch Butterfly often live on Milkweeds and populations have historically fallen when Milkweeds are eliminated by pesticides.
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December 13th, 2014
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Deb Halloran
Wow!!! Neal, This image is extraordinary with beautiful colors and the gorgeous light from the sunset is amazing. Lovely contrasts and detail. As always, your work is amazing. Nicely done.v /f
Neal Eslinger replied:
Deb, Thank you so much for appreciating my photograph "Silkweed Sunset" and for your very nice compliment, feedback and support. I really appreciate it! :))
Debra and Dave Vanderlaan
A very cool macro Neal! We added our Like. Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
Neal Eslinger replied:
Thank you Debra and Dave!! Thank you for taking the time to comment on and to appreciate my photograph "Silkweed Sunset :))
Neal Eslinger
Thank you very much Gabriella; I hold a special place in my heart for milkweed....and have always been fascinated with it....even as a child. Thank you for your nice note and support!
Gabriella Weninger - David
Ohhhh, this is soooo Beautiful... FANTASTIC lights and colors... Great shot Neal!
Heidi Sieber
This is amazing, Neal! It is featured in the group "Divine uplifting artworks"
Neal Eslinger replied:
Heidi, Thank you so much!! It is an honor to have my photograph "Silkweed Sunset" featured in "Divine uplifting artworks" Group :)))
Barbara Chichester
Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in one of the most highly viewed Art Groups on Fine Art America. MOTIVATION MEDITATION INSPIRATION! From the hundreds of pieces of artwork received daily to review and choose from, your work has been chosen because of it's Excellence! Congratulations!
Neal Eslinger replied:
Thank you so much Barbara; It is an honor to have "Silkweed Sunset" Featured in MOTIVATION MEDITATION INSPIRATION Group!! :))
Allan Van Gasbeck
This is very beautiful Neal. Nice light and framing. v/f/t/p
Neal Eslinger replied:
Allan, Thank you for appreciating my photograph "Silkweed Sunset" I appreciate it!! :)
Jean OKeeffe Macro Abundance Art
Wow, fabulous photo and work with the light!! PFLTg+
Neal Eslinger replied:
Thank you so much for your nice note, support and promotion Jean; I really appreciate it!! :)
Nancy Comley
Absolutely stunning and right into my favs. Love the lighting. Well done l/f
Neal Eslinger replied:
I am so happy you enjoy my photograph "Silkweed Sunset" Nancy; Thank you for your support and visit!! :)
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