Spring decay

Decaying globe artichoke

Wednesday 18th March 2015

Had to go to Bridlington today, so took advantage and had a walk around Sewerby Hall grounds. The hall was closed, but the gardens were open and I have to say, they are very good. Whilst walking around the walled garden, I happened to spot three globe artichokes, which perhaps had been left to decay to provide seed for the birds? The moment I saw them, I knew I would have to photograph one. I just liked the shape of the plant and the withered leaves. Taken against other green foliage, colour did not work as the background tended to compete with the flower head. I turned it sepia, which kept the colours of the plant about right and subdued the background.