My Wild Rose

This sweet little wild rose plant was growing along a path at a local park. I was attracted by the scent at first, and upon further investigation, deemed it to be a wild rose. The bees were enjoying it, and just the hint of rose hips showed, promising an important food source later in the season for the creatures living nearby. These l little beauties are often overshadowed by the garden roses, but I like these best. Converting the image to monochrome enhances and accentuates the form and shadow of the flower – adding even more beauty to an already graceful and charming plant.