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Fond Farewell 2
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Fond Farewell 2

by Bill Fach

Gallery: FloraPosted June 19, 2010122 views13 comments
Sony A700
Minolta 200mm macro
ISO 200, 1/15 @ f22

This has become a fairly conventional comp for me so I hope it is not getting cliched. Another from our last day lily. I especially liked the light play on the stamens, anthers and pistil and the shadows as well. All comments welcome.>=))>

Comments

13 comments
Comment posted by Doug Benner on June 19, 2010 at 9:19 PM
Another beautiful effort, Bill. Love the tones.
Registered on December 8, 2003, 482 Posts, 1868 Comments
Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on June 20, 2010 at 7:44 AM
The color is very appealing to me, and I like the way you composed it. Nicely done Bill.
John
Registered on May 12, 2006, 626 Posts, 8700 Comments
Comment posted by Pat Sampson on June 20, 2010 at 7:49 AM
The light is very fine in this Bill, especially in the larger version where it's more apparent - same applies for the shadows. I also like the muted yet rich color palette. As far as the comp is concerned, it would be hard for me to complain about someone selecting the composition that best shows the features that interest them. This is another beautiful image and the light and detail in the center makes it exceptional for my tastes.

Pat
Registered on May 19, 2007, 953 Posts, 15989 Comments
Comment posted by Nathan Buck on June 20, 2010 at 1:14 PM
Classic, but great Bill. I agree completely with your assessment Bill. A beautiful portrait.

Nathan
Registered on November 1, 2003, 1101 Posts, 13589 Comments
Comment posted by Patricia Brundage on June 20, 2010 at 3:02 PM
You've become the master of the day lily images Bill. No nits here. :toast:
Registered on March 23, 2006, 1111 Posts, 6531 Comments
Comment posted by Brigitte Lorenz on June 20, 2010 at 3:38 PM
the light is wonderful and your composition is perfect...very nice

Brigitte
Registered on January 10, 2009, 187 Posts, 1507 Comments
Comment posted by Philip Southard on June 20, 2010 at 10:07 PM
Gorgeous shot Bill. The light and colors are superb. :cool:
Registered on July 15, 2007, 258 Posts, 3892 Comments
Comment posted by Ramamohan Pai on June 20, 2010 at 10:22 PM
Great shot again, Bill :cool: . I always like to see how the light brings out that crackled texture in the petals. !
Registered on November 1, 2003, 550 Posts, 9037 Comments
Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on June 21, 2010 at 1:44 AM
I like all those things you mentioned, too, Bill. Especially like the gradient of color in this flower.
Registered on August 16, 2006, 603 Posts, 9192 Comments
Comment posted by Mike Gallo on June 21, 2010 at 9:06 AM
The lighting always sets off your images Bill, and gives each one an individual look. I particularly like the comp on this one as well. :toast:
Registered on September 14, 2005, 182 Posts, 1471 Comments
Comment posted by Debashis Bandyopad on June 21, 2010 at 12:45 PM
Another jaw dr:eek: :eek: :eek: pping image Bill.. Love your comp and use of light. most wonderful :toast:
Registered on June 24, 2007, 130 Posts, 1309 Comments
Comment posted by Morris McClung on June 21, 2010 at 7:46 PM
I really don't want to see these go! :biggrin: Another absolutely lovely image.
Registered on May 7, 2007, 670 Posts, 19650 Comments
Comment posted by Larry Lynch on June 24, 2010 at 11:42 AM
Lovely shot Bill. Wonderful colors and comp.
Registered on September 16, 2006, 773 Posts, 9940 Comments