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Urban Gardner<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019ve been turning my backyard into a bee and butterfly friendly space\u2014raised beds for edibles surrounded by bursts of flowers. Over time it\u2019s become a permanent pollinator garden. Perennials like lavender, sage, and yarrow form the structure, while wildflower mixes and annuals fill in the color. It\u2019s good for the bees and good for me.<\/span><\/p>\n

I originally bought the Olympus 60mm macro lens to digitize my film negatives, but it\u2019s changed the way I see the garden. I find myself drawn to the small moments\u2014bees on blossoms, dew on petals, a flash of wings. I like shooting after a light rain or early in the morning when the light is soft and the world feels calm.<\/span><\/p>\n

The garden keeps me grounded. As seasons shift, I plant, photograph, and let nature lead the rhythm. Each frame feels like a quiet conversation between the plants, the pollinators, and the lens.<\/span><\/p>\n

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