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14th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Altered Images
Blooms of the Moon

Millions of tiny magenta blooms make a brief appearance in the harsh environment of Craters of the Moon National Monument. This particular spot grabbed me because of the gnarly tree as it tries to hold on for another season yet vibrant youth makes its hasty display.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 06.2015
Date Uploaded: 12.2016
Photo Location: Idaho, United States of America
Camera: Canon EOS 6D
Copyright: © Eric Blackman