Very pretty, nice clear, crisp focus... Excellent color as well... I like the fact the center of the flower is slightly off center in the photo... I think it's more visually pleasing that way.
"I never looked for it, gave it no name; yet I knew it always, when the gift of peace came. I stood quite still for the moment that it lasted...Then the light shifted slightly and the moment passed, leaving me...with the lasting echo of its presence.." Diana Gabaldon
I agree with PJ, excepting only that I think the shot is a little dark; some slight tweaking of the brightness and contrast settings would soon resolve this. It's nevertheless a very good shot.
I much appreciate all the comments I receive about my images, but please excuse me if I don't always reply. My interest in Caedes is exceeding my time available!
The color and contours of the petals against the black background is what makes this shot for me. Cropping out the ends of the petals gives them an abstract quality that I really like.
Beautiful colours and presentation! And since you posted it on my birthday, I'll consider it literally "For my eyes only". LOL! Thanks, that was so very nice of you... :)