Purple Deadnettle Blossom

Last year I discovered the beautiful Purple Deadnettle flower, which was #40 in my Flowers of Spring & Summer project and I managed to get one of my favorite flower pictures! However, I was sad because I wasn't able to get a proper close-up of the amazing blossoms it has. This time I was READY! I got to practice on the smaller species, Henbit Deadnettle, and eventually I nailed the blossom shot of this tricky flower. I saw the Purple Deadnettles blooming a couple of days ago and this morning I descended on the flowers like a mad scientist, intent on getting a picture I would be happy with. This picture is what I was hoping for, showing translucence through the petals and the delicate, elegant appearance of this stunning little flower!