Reader Photos 2019 | Part 1

A big thank you to those who have submitted photos of the 2019 cherry blossoms to share. Unlike some of the other blooms in the recent past, this year was quite drama free, without late snowstorms and destructive frosts. And with the bloom spanning two weekends–and consistently pleasant weather to boot–it has been a wonderful opportunity for visitors to see and photograph the spectacular display.

There have been a lot of photos submitted, and even after making some selections there are too many for a single post. So I’m breaking it up into a few installments. This is part 1–the others will come later this week.

Thanks again to all who have sent in their photos!

Photo by Megan Bickford

Photo by Julie Savage

Photo by Brittany Frey

Photo by Jin Zhang

Photo by Shannon Grogans

Photo by Janimiya Shaik

Photo by Chris Fukuda Photographer

Photo by Kimberly Akers

Photo by Kristen Runyon

Photo by Gautam Sharma

Photo by Neeraj Gamadia

Photo by Michelle Larkin

Photo by Stacy Lester

Photo by Sarah Loeffler

Photo by Connie York

Photo by Marion Emslie

Photo by Nausheen Khan

Photo by Elizabeth Smith

Photo by Leigh Crosson

Photo by Sarah Concannon

Photo by Vicky Stephens

Photo by Yvonne Bates

Photo by Jyh Boyette

Photo by Heather Highfill

Photo by Nishant Kumar

Photo by Allan Yue

Photo by Melanie Read

Photo by Bruce keesling

Stay tuned for part 2!

Submitting Photos

There has been an overwhelming response with several hundred photographers submitting their photos. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted photos for consideration. Submissions are now closed.

Photographing Flowers

At this time of year, there are beautiful flowers to be had all over the place. Maybe in your backyard. Maybe in the local park.

These are ere are some of my favorite books that I've reviewed on taking photos of flowers:

Macro Photography for Gardeners and Nature Lovers: The Essential Guide to...

• Timber Press OR
• Detrick, Alan L. (Author)

$22.49

Buy on Amazon

Photographing Flowers: Exploring Macro Worlds with Harold Davis

• Focal Press
• Davis, Harold (Author)

$34.95

Buy on Amazon