We will be at:
March 2012
| OrchidExpo 2012 |
| 03/24/12 (Saturday) - 03/25/12 (Sunday) |
| http://orchidophilesmontreal.ca/Orchidexpo-2012.php |
| CÉGEP de Maisonneuve |
| 2700 Bourbonnière |
| Montreal, QC |
April 2012
| Toronto Artistic Orchid Society Show |
| 04/14/12 (Saturday) - 04/15/12 (Sunday) |
| http://www.taoa.ca/show.html |
| 2330 Midland |
| Toronto, ON |
Botanical Photography - Image Bank
Internationally recognized orchid photographers Jay Norris and Robin Mclaughlin present an ever growing bank of images of the finest plants in North America. This database is rapidly becoming on of the largest orchid image resources on the net. Catalogued are photos of blooms from all the major genera such as: Bulbophyllum, Cattleya, Cirrhopetalum, Cymbidium, Dendrobium, Doritaenopsis, Epidendrum, Lycaste, Masdevallia, Oncidium, Paphiopedilum, Phalaenopsis, Phragmipedium, Rhynchostylis, Vanda, Zygopetalum, and Restrepia. Plus many many more. Photos are Available in a variety of matted enlargements as well as greeting cards and even fridge magnets. Licenses for digital downloads are also available.
Image Bank of Orchid Photography
Jay Norris, co-founder of Ravenvision, has once again had his work featured on the cover of the Orchids magazine (formerly known as the AOS Bulletin). This is the official publication of the American Orchid Society. In addition to the cover, the July 2010 issue features an 8 page spread by Jay on the newest AOS Trustee Mario Ferusi. Photographs of Mario in his greenhouse and several of his awarding wining plants (more of which are in our image bank) illustrate the article penned by Jay.
The Orchid Challenge
NEW: Think you know about orchids? Take the Orchid Challenge. Try to identify 20 images from our image bank. This is a great opportinity to test your knowledge of orchids. If you are part of the AOS student judging program you should certainly give this a try. Its a great way to learn to identify the major genera and speices.
News from the Orchid World
26 Jan 12, 08:01:34
Orchids sheds light on the secrecy surrounding intersex - The Conversation
The Conversation
The documentary, Orchids: my intersex adventure, aims to reduce the secrecy and shame in which intersex people have been forced to spend their lives. It relates the story of filmmaker, Phoebe Hart, who, along with her sister, Bonnie, has a genetic ...
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Filmmaker's brave pursuit of truthSydney Star Observer all 3 news articles »
26 Jan 12, 12:01:11
Winter Carnival Orchid Show Preview - FOX 9 News
FOX 9 News
FOX 9 News
One event stands out and gives attendees a way to escape to the tropics without even getting on a plane; the Winter Carnival Orchid Show at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Jan. 28 and 29. Hundreds of orchid plants owned by the Marjorie McNeely ...and more »
27 Jan 12, 07:01:40
Jan. 27-Feb. 2: Wild Orchids - Salt Lake City Weekly
Salt Lake City Weekly
Salt Lake City Weekly
By Rob Brezsny Collectors prefer wild orchids, says William Langley, writing in the UK's Telegraph. Orchids grown in nurseries, which comprise 99.5 percent of the total, are tarnished with “the stigma of perfection.†Their colors are generic and their ...
26 Jan 12, 10:01:02
Gone Gardenin': Gorgeous orchid no longer exclusive and costly - Brandon Sun
Brandon Sun
This display of Phalaenopsis orchids was recently photographed at The Green Spot in Brandon. (ALBERT PARSONS/FOR THE SUN) Note the healthy silvery-coloured roots with green tips on this lovely yellow Phal — which is what orchid growers often call ...
25 Jan 12, 04:01:42
Deceptive Beauties – The World of Wild Orchids - National Geographic
National Geographic
National Geographic
Across the centuries, orchids have captivated us with their elaborate exoticism, their powerful perfumes, and their sublime seductiveness. But the disquieting beauty of orchids is an unplanned marvel of evolution, and the story of orchids is as ...
26 Jan 12, 01:01:18
English Gardens hosting Orchid Festival - Dearborn Press and Guide
Dearborn Press and Guide
Orchid hobbyists from around the area will be the featured speakers at the six English Gardens stores during the 10th Annual Orchid Festival, held during February's National Orchid Month. The Make It & Take It Workshop: An Orchid Basket will be held ...
