a super closeup photograph of a swimsuit (Ocean Pacific, if you're curious). all the nylon/spandex fibers are white and only the portions toward the outer surface are dyed with a pattern of colours. the spaghetti-like strands seen here, are the ultra-tiny fibers that make up a single thread. these 'micro-threads' measure only 0.0004 inches in diameter (thinner than kitchen plastic wrap), and quite a few are bundled together to create an actual thread used to knit the fabric.

Utah wilderness

layers and layers of spire-shaped mountains in ZhangJiaJie

In front of the local Post Office someone takes the time to prepare a rather large display of summer flowers and foliage. It is well cared for and quite impressive to the many passersby picking up their mail and packages. Although a rather common flower, this gladiolus had such exceptional form and balance that I couldn't resist capturing its reflected light onto film. The bright pink row of buds in varying degrees of development against the surrounding dark green plant life makes a charming image for display.

peeking up under the nodding flowers of imperial fritillaria stalks (lutea maxima)

peeking through the trees toward Horseshoe Lake mostly covered with lily-pads and blooms

distant wall of sandstone in warm evening light (Utah wilderness)

an assortment of brightly-coloured algae reflect in the steam rolling off a large hot spring.