The Helleborus Orientalis, also called Lenten Rose, is the first flower to bloom in my garden, even in frost and snow. Though welcome, it is a shy flower, bending over to hide beneath its dark green leaves.

A digital macro capture, processed using Adobe Photoshop.  Signed, limited edition of 100 prints in each size (see pull-down size/pricelist). Archival printing on an Epson Pro 3800 with Ultrachrome K3 ink and Red River Arctic Polar Luster paper.