The Different Looks of Summertime Flowers

There are many conditions you can take photos in - here are a variety of flower photographs from different light conditions and the consequences of the conditions.

Taken in filtered sunlight at midday - Some overblown highlights but still a delicate look - in part due to the depth of field.

Taken at midday in a heavy overcast light. No shadows. Deep depth of field singles out the flower on a mottled background. This type of light is ideal for macro photography. Even lighting with no harsh shadows or highlights will give you the best effect.  

Sunflower taken in late afternoon with the full sun coming towards the lens. Used petals as a shield to keep majority of photo at proper exposure levels. Still some over exposure at the top.

Taken in full sun at 8 am, low light but still past the golden hour. No overexposure and good shadows which add depth and definition.

Taken early morning, with an overcast, smoke filled sky (From nearby wildfires). Most photos from this morning have an orangish glow, though not as evident in this shot. Good even lighting!

Taken on a sunny day, with diffused light. No harsh shadows or highlights!