Just Add “#OrchidShow”
Posted in Photography, The Orchid Show on March 23 2012, by Matt Newman
Judging from our Morning Eye Candy posts, you might think the unconscionably talented Ivo Vermeulen is one of only a few people on NYBG grounds gallivanting about with a camera in tow. He’s certainly prolific enough. But if you follow us from day to day, you’ll come to notice that photography in general is a core interest here at the Garden. There are so many colors, shapes, and fantastical landscapes on these 250 acres to share with the rest of the world, and we’re encouraging anyone and everyone to jump in with their gear of choice–smartphone, fully-fitted Nikon, homemade pinhole or otherwise.
Much like the Caribbean Garden photo contest before it, this year’s Orchid Show gives our visitors a chance to satisfy their inner aperture fiend with thousands upon thousands of flowers and horticultural design wonders to snap. And with the help of a simple hashtag, our ability to see and share all of this work is quickly becoming a cakewalk. Outlets like Instagram, Twitter, Flickr and Tumblr have given us the opportunity to show off our visitors’ efforts out in the open, where other garden photographers (and those who simply enjoy an artful capture of a dancing lady orchid) can enjoy it.
Our Orchid Show‘s home page now throws the spotlight on a few of the talented contributors we’ve had slinging the “#OrchidShow” hashtag around since the exhibition opened. These folks know their way–front and back–around a lens. And in honor of their efforts (not to mention our gratitude for the wonders of social connectivity on the internet), I’m giving them their due attentions on Plant Talk.
[Not a valid template]If you’re paying us a visit for this year’s Orchid Show, I suggest bringing your camera along–it doesn’t matter how simple or fancy it is, or how much practice you’ve had. And if you’d like to share what you create with the rest of our little community, be sure to stick “#OrchidShow” in your posting! We’re always on the lookout for new contributions, whether you’re a regular member of our Flickr group, or just looking to share your photography with the Twitter crowd.
The Orchid Show runs from now until April 22, and you can reserve your tickets here. If you’re coming to take photos of our exhibitions, please remember to leave your tripods at home! Thanks!
