Birds or Orchids

I found these tiny (slightly bigger than my thumb) orchids on a country road in France.  Because of their size, I almost missed them.  And it wasn't until I reviewed my photos that I discovered the resemblance to a pair of flying birds. 

"Birds or Orchids"     © Kathy Dunham 2011

Magenta Heart

I normally don't find orchids in sunlight so during breakfast in Tuscany one morning, the drapes had been pulled and the sun spilled through the windows onto the orchids on our dining room table. 

"Magenta Heart"   © Kathy Dunham 2009

White Phalaenopsis

One of the most popular species of orchids, phalaenopsis are real drama queens. When massed together they make a real statement. For those of you living in Southern California, there is an orchid farm in Landers that's open to the public. Early each October they hold the Morongo Basin Orchid Festival. Enjoy tours, food and entertainment. It's a great chance to see how they grow orchids in the desert. Check this year's date at www.Gublers/com

"White Phalaenopsis" © Kathy Dunham 2009