Peek-a-Bud

Gallery: FloraPosted August 15, 2009286 views14 comments

Sony A700
Minolta 200mm macro
ISO 200, 1/13 @ f22

We've been back from our trip for 2 weeks now and I'm still just scratching the surface of all the images I took. I'm so burnt out on the computer that I just had to go out and shoot this morning. Fortunately there are some fresh oleanders in full bloom less than 50 yards from the front door so I didn't have to go very far. I liked these near perfect flowers with the little bud peeking in from behind. All comments welcome.>=))>

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14 comments

Comment posted by Ken Smith on August 15, 2009 at 9:51 PM

Hi Bill, the bud firing out of the creamy smooth cluster is a nice compliment to the flowers. I can think of nothing to change. Well done! Ken S

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Comment posted by Philip Southard on August 15, 2009 at 11:28 PM

Nice one Bill. I especially like the comp and colors.

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on August 16, 2009 at 12:38 AM

Strong composition as usual Bill. Excellent detail and the dof decision is perfect for my tastes. Beautiful work and image.

Pat

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Comment posted by Tomas Turecek on August 16, 2009 at 3:39 AM

This is excellent Bill! Composition, DOF, sharpness - everything is great and colours are just lovely. I always found oleander blossoms too "boring" without enough details but these are really amazing!

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Comment posted by Larry Lynch on August 16, 2009 at 11:25 AM

Beautiful shades of pink and red. Framed so well and presented.

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Comment posted by Wayne Willison on August 16, 2009 at 4:08 PM

Beautiful work, Bill. The center cup part, is that called an anther? Anyways, with its scalloped edges and flowing tendrils it seems to scream wild danger.

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Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on August 16, 2009 at 5:10 PM

Love the way the flowers explode from the frame, Bill, and the focus on the bud gives a delightful resting point for the eye. Great image !

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Comment posted by David Cobb on August 16, 2009 at 5:54 PM

A nice close-in comp here Bill, I especially like the inclusion of the bud with the mature blooms. Looking forward to seeing a few of your images from B.C.

David M. Cobb

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Comment posted by Bernie Kasper on August 17, 2009 at 2:35 PM

Beautiful shot Bill, wonderful color and detail you were able to convey with this, well done !!

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Comment posted by Rick Lundh on August 18, 2009 at 7:40 PM

The comp and dof are spot on... I really dig this one Bill...great find!

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on August 18, 2009 at 11:03 PM

Hi Bill

Its so great to post and comment again

We dont have oleanders in canada. What a breathtaking flowerl

And what a splendid presentation, The comp. and the colors are marvelous

Albert Darmo Canada

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Comment posted by Barb Hansen on August 20, 2009 at 12:14 PM

Sweet shot Bill........ I like this too, alot

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on August 20, 2009 at 3:36 PM

I am late to this party Bill, but wanted to say that I really like this shot a lot. Very nice color, comp, and DOF. A great pair of blooms.

Nathan

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on August 21, 2009 at 11:50 PM

Perfect comp, light, color, and great flowers.

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