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Uploaded: 10/07/10 2:48 PM GMT
Ginger Zest
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This is my first post of the mums I'm growing this year on my terrace. I'll post several more over the month. This is a very spritely orange mum - I used my macro and was surprised that it captured the color variations in the petals that the naked eye can't detect. It also captured some remaining water from the previous night's shower. It was taken in early morning light. All comments and critiques appreciated.

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.palral
10/07/10 3:46 PM GMT
Kathy, I hate to do it but I felt like I had no choice. I just "faved" this flower shot, a previously unthinkable action. To make matters worse, I just recommended this shot to the Art Council. I might have to boost my meds.

This is perhaps the finest flower photo I've seen on Caedes. There's a delicate softness in the petals, but the detail of your shot is astonishing. The blurred background, framing and vignetting add to a flawless posting. I can't find anything wrong with this shot. 10 out of 10.

Roger

P.S. Did I mention the colors? They're perfect.
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::Flmngseabass
10/07/10 3:56 PM GMT
Outstanding presentation Kathy!!! Would have loved to have been there for the picture taking session:):)!! lol! Beautiful colors and nice balance and your framing keeps it all together nicely:)
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::Roseman_Stan
10/07/10 6:02 PM GMT
Fantastic shot and presentation Kathy. This is a top notch piece of work. Faved.

Stan
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"If I should leave this path of life today, I would carry the vision of Gods' Rose Blooms with me as I go......." --By Stan V. Griep - 2010
::luckyshot
10/07/10 6:34 PM GMT
Kathy - Simply gorgeous! Thad
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine
.catweasel
10/07/10 7:07 PM GMT
I think Roger's pretty much said it all, Kathy. Just like him not to let anyone else get a word in. Fabulous Chrysanthemum shot.
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"A word to the wise is infuriating." Hunter Stockton Thompson (1937-2005)
::Stevenn120
10/07/10 8:42 PM GMT
A beautiful well done shot..an Roger ACed it? Looks like a fast track to the perms. nice capture
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Logun7
10/07/10 10:15 PM GMT
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(¸.·♥´ (¸.·´♥ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.`· ♥.¸.·´
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::Jimbobedsel
10/07/10 11:16 PM GMT
Orange foofies always make me want orange pop. I guess I will have to go to the store. Very good photography, Kathy. I love the clarity and colors.
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.Joanie
10/08/10 2:11 AM GMT
Oh boy, do I love this Kathy! Really outstanding in every quality and I love that color!!! Faved!
Joanie
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.Mythmaker
10/08/10 3:10 AM GMT
The intensity and colour contrast is striking. The central position of the subject flower is a bit "square" to my eyes and the front petals are out of the plane of focus just enough to appear soft.
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.Eubeen
10/09/10 3:04 AM GMT
Well if it's good enough for Roger to fave ,10 and AC, this must be an outstanding photo. Nice presentation, Kathy. Wonderful colours and lighting in your scene. Great work!
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Think about the photo before and after, never during. The secret is to take your time. You mustn't go too fast. The subject must forget about you. Then, however, you must be very quick. Henri Cartier-Bresson
::tigger3
10/10/10 1:40 AM GMT
I think this is a stunning capture of these mums Kathy. Faved.
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::cynlee
10/10/10 3:32 PM GMT
Wonderful Autumn desktop, Kathy.
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.icedancer
10/11/10 8:06 AM GMT
Wow Kathy, another Stunner. Magnificent colours and detail plus the frame really shows it off.
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.Susiesun
10/11/10 2:20 PM GMT
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Absolutely wonderful and perfect photo, Kathy! A dream shot, love it!
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Susie Sun
.Susiesun
10/11/10 2:22 PM GMT
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...and e-mail to my cousin. :-)
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