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dawn m. armfield, phd
@dmarmfield.bsky.social
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assoc prof of technical communication, xr/ai researcher, amateur photographer, concert-goer, she/her, first gen, resister
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Autumn scene in the Belagio in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Decorative autumn display featuring several pumpkins in various colors including white, pale peach, orange, and yellow with green striping, arranged among vibrant pink kalanchoe flowers, purple ornamental grass, bright green ferns, and other foliage creating a festive fall garden scene.
November 14, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Chihuly glass ceiling in the Belagio in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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A vibrant ceiling installation of hand-blown glass art featuring dozens of overlapping disc and bowl-shaped forms in brilliant colors including amber, purple, blue, yellow, red, and green. Each translucent piece has organic, flower-like patterns with radiating textures and dark centers, creating a luminous, kaleidoscopic effect when backlit.
November 13, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Roses at Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Close-up photograph of deep red and pink roses arranged densely together, showing their layered spiral petals and rich crimson tones against dark shadows between the blooms.
November 12, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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Sunflower at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Close-up black and white photograph of a sunflower, showing detailed texture of the circular center disk surrounded by elongated petals radiating outward. The macro perspective reveals intricate patterns, pollen grains, and natural imperfections on both the textured center and the delicate petals.
November 11, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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Aster at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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A vibrant pink-purple aster flower with long, thin petals radiating from a bright yellow and orange center. A small bee or insect is visible on the flower's disc. The flower is photographed against a dark, blurred background with hints of green foliage.
November 10, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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Rose bud at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Black and white close-up photograph of a rose iwith delicate, layered petals. The flower is captured in sharp focus against a softly blurred bokeh background of foliage. The monochromatic treatment emphasizes the rose's intricate texture and the interplay of light and shadow across its petals.
November 9, 2025 at 12:57 PM
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Chrysanthemums at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Vibrant orange and yellow chrysanthemums with reddish-brown centers clustered together against a dark background, their layered petals creating a warm, autumnal display.
November 8, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Dahlia fading at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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A wilting dahlia flower with curled and dried petals in shades of pale yellow, peach, and pink. The petals are browning at the edges and twisting inward, while the bright orange-yellow center remains vibrant. Blurred flowers and green foliage appear in the soft-focus background.
November 7, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Roses at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Close-up of vibrant deep red roses in full bloom, with velvety layered petals spiraling from the center. The largest rose dominates the foreground, accompanied by two smaller blooms behind it. Dark green foliage and small flowers create a rich, contrasting background.
November 6, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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Cider Barn at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Black and white photograph of a weathered wooden barn with corrugated metal siding and a distinctive cupola on top. A small sign reading 'Cider Barn' hangs above a white door at ground level. Dappled sunlight casts shadows across the gravel path leading to the entrance, with plants growing along the barn's foundation and trees visible in the background.
November 5, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Camellia at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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A delicate bloom with soft, ruffled petals in pastel shades of white, pale pink, and lavender, with subtle blue tints along the petal edges. The flower is shown in close-up against a dark background with blurred green foliage.
November 4, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Mexican Grass Tree at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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"Abstract radial burst pattern with vibrant green leaves radiating outward from a dark center point, creating a dynamic starburst effect with hints of yellow and blue tones throughout
November 3, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Arizona Rainbow Cactus at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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A vibrant barrel cactus with pink and coral-colored spines sits among dark volcanic rocks and sparse vegetation. The round cactus has a distinctive golden flower blooming from its left side, creating a striking contrast against the desert landscape.
November 2, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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Aeonium succulent at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Aerial view of a succulent plant with thick, fleshy leaves arranged in a spiral rosette pattern. The leaves display a gradient from vibrant lime green in the center to deep blue-green and purple-gray on the outer edges. Fine hairs line the edges of each leaf, and some leaves show natural spotting and discoloration. The symmetrical geometric pattern radiates from the center outward.
November 1, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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Barrel cactus at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Close-up black and white photograph of a cactus viewed from above, showing a circular arrangement of dark spine clusters emerging from fuzzy white areoles on the plant's pale surface, with longer spines radiating outward from the edges creating a starburst pattern.
October 31, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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Hibiscus at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Close-up of a vibrant red hibiscus flower with delicate, ruffled petals and a prominent yellow stamen extending from the center, surrounded by lush green foliage in soft focus
October 30, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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An Echeveria succulent at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Black and white overhead photograph of a succulent plant displaying perfect geometric symmetry. The fleshy, rounded leaves spiral outward from a tight rosette center in concentric layers, creating a natural mandala pattern. Fine texture and subtle gradations of light and shadow emphasize the sculptural quality of each petal-like leaf.
October 29, 2025 at 12:23 PM
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A hibiscus at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Close-up of a vibrant red hibiscus flower with ruffled, textured petals radiating outward from a dark burgundy center. The petals display dramatic gradations from deep red to bright coral-orange, with yellow-orange stamens visible in the center. The flower's intricate veining and delicate texture are highlighted against dark green foliage in the background.
October 28, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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A windflower at the BioPark Botanic Garden in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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Black and white close-up photograph of an anemone flower with delicate white petals surrounding a dark center filled with prominent stamens. The flower is shown from above against a blurred background of foliage.
October 27, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Framed in Flagstaff, Arizona.

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Rustic wooden archway made of weathered logs frames a golden meadow with scattered pine trees and distant mountains under a clear blue sky in northern Arizona.
October 26, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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In Flagstaff, Arizona.

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A weathered wooden wagon with large spoked wheels sits abandoned in a grassy meadow. Behind it, tall pine trees frame a view of an open field leading to distant mountains under an overcast sky. The sepia-toned image evokes a nostalgic, Old West atmosphere.
October 25, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Sunflowers in Flagstaff, Arizona.

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bright yellow wildflower with elongated petals and a dark brown center disk, photographed with a soft, vintage filter effect against a muted, out-of-focus background.
October 24, 2025 at 12:32 PM
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The San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff, Arizona.

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A black and white landscape photograph showing a row of tall coniferous trees standing in a grassy meadow, with snow-dusted mountain peaks rising dramatically in the background. The foreground features textured grassland with varying tones, while dense forest covers the mountain slopes beneath the peaks. The composition creates a classic layered mountain vista with strong contrast between the dark trees and lighter sky.
October 23, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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A wildwest sunrise in Flagstaff, Arizona.

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An old wooden wagon with large spoked wheels sits beneath tall ponderosa pine trees in a golden meadow. Mountains rise in the background under a clear blue sky, with a dense forest of evergreens framing the scenic landscape.
October 22, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Hibiscus in Prescott, Arizona.

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Black and white photograph of a hibiscus, viewed from above. The petals form delicate, ruffled layers that spiral inward toward the darker center, creating dramatic depth and texture. The monochromatic treatment emphasizes the intricate details of the petals and the contrast between light and shadow against the dark background.
October 21, 2025 at 12:09 PM