Birthday Sunflowers

Photograph Story | Birthday Sunflowers

Each year on my birthday, I head to a local sunflower field to capture photographs. It's been a fun tradition the last several years. In Poolesville, Maryland (my hometown) there are usually two or three large fields filled with bright yellow goodness.

Early morning visits, while there's still dew on the grass, are my favorite. Fewer people seem to visit at the start of the day, keeping the fields relatively quiet. Being able to hear the tall flowers sway in the wind is always a nice bonus.

I'm generally good for two to three visits during peak bloom. Last year my mom joined me and loved taking in all the tall, bright flowers together. This year I am hoping to bring my niece and nephew along. I have a feeling they will love the flowers, as much as I do.