This is different...the light background helps with the illusion of feathers better than a dark background would, IMHO. I like the touch of blue here, too. Nice.
Hi Moe: This came up in my random voting and I just had to take a closer look. Glad I did, it gets a 10 by me and goes into my favorites gallery.
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WOW.. Moe!! This is great work.. love the flame and gradient, its good to see a different background, sometimes the lighter brings out the colour and detail more... lovely feathers
Really lovely Moe, it looks like I'm looking thru glass. It's soft & delicate looking & really well done. That lighter background really makes your feathers pop. Gorgeous !
This reminds me so much of a Murano glass vase I have. Simply amazing. I love the fragile and delicate feel, and the use of the light background is wonderful. Excellent work!