and suddenly February is bursting out all over by helenhall

and suddenly February is bursting out all over

I gave just 10 seconds to photography today but am determined to post and not unhappy with the result all things considered. I noticed new life emerging all around but had no time to stop. By the time I came home the dark was set and the rain had been falling for several hours.

I'm posting both the B&W and untouched colour version today. B&W because I'm sort of, very vaguely and just about clinging on to the notion that I am following flashofred2017. Colour, because, well, I like the colours.

Another 60 cards sold today! What generous colleagues I have. £450 raised by selling cards in just a few weeks.
I love when things start to bloom :) fantastic photo
February 15th, 2017  
Selling those cards is incredible! Do you have any tips? I'm thinking of maybe starting to do it for Mum's fund...
February 16th, 2017  
Congratulations on your card sales. Lovely B&W.
February 16th, 2017  
Great texture!!
February 16th, 2017  
Love the textures in this shot, makes me want to touch them. I like this in black and white. Great work with your cards too!
February 16th, 2017  
As others have said, the textures are fantastic.
February 16th, 2017  
Both versions are good but this one emphasises the textures. Well done with your card sales.
February 16th, 2017  
I love this B&W version, Helen!
February 16th, 2017  
@shylaine3304 @moonmtn @kwind @adayinmallacoota @taffy @onewing @domenicododaro well thank you everyone for your interest and comments. All very much appreciated.
February 16th, 2017  
@naomi Hi Naomi. I started off ordering a wide selection of photos from an internet sight - on introductory offer. For square cards, I have posted most of my squares onto a 6x4 format (as squares are twice the price). Im using packs of 50 blank cards, some craft glue and cellophane wrap. No text or greetings. everyone seems happy with them and at £1.50 per card, that is about £1.20 profit for the charity. It takes a bit of organising but not long to make the cards. It is really interesting to see which are popular. We had an open day and invited friends and neighbours, I got a local shop to take some, I ran card sale at work in lunch time and on a Sunday after church. Also set up a facebook group with copies of the photos so that friends can see what is on offer and make requests. In just four weeks, I have sold over 350 cards. It is really rewarding to actually be doing something with all of these photos. Id say give it a go and try to create some pictures with a local reference - that is what sells best.
February 16th, 2017  
That's incredible! Sounds like something I should really look into more
February 17th, 2017  
Kas
Such wonderful textures here Helen. Spring is definitely on the way.
February 19th, 2017  
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