This macro photo shows the centre of a pink sunflower, also known as Echinacea. Most of the photo is taken up by the cone-shaped flower base, which has an intriguing texture and colour variation.
The spiral arrangement of the tubular flowers (the individual "needles") is clearly visible. This pattern follows a mathematical sequence commonly found in nature, such as the Fibonacci sequence. The tube flowers are darker in the centre, with a brown-orange hue, and become brighter orange towards the outer edges with bright red dots. These red-orange dots create a vivid and almost flaming effect. The texture is highly detailed, with the individual structures sharply in focus.
The pink petals of the sunflower are out of focus and fade to the edges of the picture, creating a soft, dreamy background. This faint pink glow surrounds the sharp centre and emphasises the focus on the flower base. The contrast between the sharp, detailed cone and the soft, blurred petals is an important element of the composition. The lighting is soft and diffuse, which shows off the colours well and accentuates the texture without harsh shadows.
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