Like the first day of spring.

Post contributed by Anna Delores Photography.

Y'all know that spring 2012 OFFICIALLY begins tomorrow, March 20?  That's right: the vernal equinox dictates that spring begins in the Northern Hemisphere on March 20, 2012, at 1:14 A.M. (EDT).

I think the reason and ways to celebrate here at POE are obvious.  There was such an abundance of phenomenal work on the theme of "springtime" that I further narrowed our showcase today to "Ttv" (through the viewfinder) photographs.  Yes, these are mostly floral photos, but I've included a babbling brook and some butterflies for good measure.  ;)

Enjoy our warm welcome of the new season, from the Photographers of Etsy!

"Les Coquelicots" by Marco LaGrenouille

"Ethereal Cherry Blossoms" by Maya Lee Photography

"After the Rain" by Stephmel

"Dandelions" set of 4 prints by Hey Harriet

"Lille" by Amy Tyler Photography

"Fresh Green Chestnut Tree Leaves" by ARTindividual

"Gushing" by DS Brennan

"Walk in the Park" by Barbra Ziemer Photo

"Green Hill" by Honeytree

"Flutter" by Susannah Tucker

"Pink Blue Daisy" by Ketzel Photography

"A Little Secret" by Malinda Ballesteros Photography

"Paused" by Kosmoceratops

"Sunflowers and Sky Take 2" by SKnights Art Photography