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An ethereal portrait of New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) in its full bloom stage, created using in-camera and analog techniques only (no photoshop or AI). The photograph captures a fleeting moment in the day when the light creates dramatic vignettes, reminiscent of a portrait studio. Photographed in dappled sunlight using double-exposure techniques, this particular piece is soft and glowing, highlighting shades of purple from violet to lilac against a mix of deep and pastel greens, with depth and detail, creating a delicate asymmetrical balance.
Native to central and eastern North America (including Ontario), New England Aster supports local biodiversity as a vital late-season food source for pollinators, songbirds, and butterflies, and is a host plant for the Pearl Crescent Butterfly, also native to Ontario. Mindful of her impact, Tallie captures her subjects in a way that reflects her personal experience with nature, both visually and emotionally, as part of her meditative practice. Through her photographs, she hopes to reframe native plants in a new light, inspiring the public to implement them in gardening projects, with the goal of increasing local biodiversity, climate resilience, and conservation efforts through grassroots actions.
Please contact Tallie at info@talliegarey.com for custom print sizes, materials, or shipping outside of Canada. For custom framing in the GTA, Tallie is happy to recommend Akasha Art Projects. Please note all framing costs are separate from print purchases and will be handled by Akasha.
