Oyster Mushrooms

I discovered this log nurturing these Oyster Mushrooms while on a trail run.  I went back the next day with camera, macro lens and tripod.  I went back a second day too.

There is a sensuality to these fungi.

The same mushroom that I just happened to photograph on two separate days. 

 I like the second image better.

Here are two separate individuals that together look like a clam shell rather than an oyster.

The sunlight briefly broke through a hole in the forest canopy and I hastily went about setting up the tripod knowing it wouldn't last long.  I accidentally tripped the shutter while focusing and this is the result.  By the time I was fully set  up and had the remote shutter release ready, the light changed and moment was gone.

I understand that these are an edible variety of mushroom.  I hope people leave them alone for others to enjoy; it is a State Park after all.

I have more to show. 
We are to have a few days of rain starting tonight and this will spark more mushroom and fungi growth in my neighboring woodland.

This is linked to Weekly Top Shot

and Lisas Chaos