Splash !

The whole series has been a pleasure to view. This is my favorite so far. Guess my camera club background, where everything should be sharp focus, still wins out when comparing an abstract to a sharp presentation. Each image had its own personality and the vision of a great photographer.

A very strong comp Ian with lovely rich color. I understand what you are saying about the errant petal introducing a sense of chaos, which is nice, but it's close proximity to the "green arrow" leading out of frame at right center only emphasizes that element (which I find distracting). I'd make the green arrow go away then print this beauty. Just my $0.02 worth.

Killer shot, Ian. The color and composition really give this some impact. I'll agree with Wayne about that little green spot . . . it detracts ever so slightly.

I like that errant petal, Ian even though it and the triangle of space under the petal do call out to the eye.

One solution would be painting the triangle of space purple; I think the errant petal would then be less noticeable. Another solution is cropping (less desirable). ARGH. These decisions.

Ian, I hope you paint the triangle of space, keep the errant petal, and I'm off for some badly needed coffee

Cheers,

Carol

I like it a lot Ian. The green triangle does bug me just a bit.

Nathan

Composition wise this is great and it may be just me, but this seems to lack the punch of your other shots colour wise and feels a bit over sharpened.

Well done Ian. I like the luminosity of the image and the sharpness achieved form the stack. Of this series I tink I slightly prefer Trio but it's close.

Ian:
Nice details here and lovely luminosity! I like the break in the symmetry.

Museum quality.

Ian,

I can't think of anything that would have emphasized the symmetry in the flower more than the one swirled errant petal. You're just killin me with this image. Gorgeous colors, perfectly exposed whites and a perfect stack. I could see cloning out the space and might consider it but I also like the tear drop shape of it with the tip flowing away from the center. I know it's there because that petal is out of place and that again adds interest for me and involves me in the image. For my tastes this is an exceptional image exactly as posted.

Pat

Best in the series (so far) for me, Ian. I love the center of the O'spermum flower because of the yellow-purple combination and the geometry. This view shows it off very well.

Hi Ian Another fantastic version of form and color of the osteospermum I liked the whole series, each had its superb qualities ...... agree with nathan about the triangle
Albert Darmo Canada

This is exquisite! I can see this as a 4 X 6 foot print hanging on a wall over a large couch. Cool shot! There is a grit to this that is spellbinding.

Beautiful image, Ian.

Perfect composition. All details are just superb. Very well done Ian.

Beautifully crafted. Wonderful sharpness and subtle lines in the petals. Love the grainy look and colors.

Congratulations on the EP, Ian.

Good job.

Carol

Congrats on a well deserved EP, Ian

A fabulous photograph. Congratulations.

The errant petal and green arrow that raise so much comment did even catch my eye. It is the relationship between the purple center and the detail in the white petals to the left that I initially saw. It's as if the flower center is a flood light, illuminating the petals. Excellent.

Thanks, everyone, for your views and kind comments - all of them much appreciated.

Congrats on the EP!
Sandy r

Exquisite comp and detail here, Ian. Love the colors and the masterful exposure for the white. Just beautiful. Congrats on the EP.

Beautiful Ian! I am glad that you have chosen as model my favourite flower. An ispired photo.
Summer is ended and my life is back to normality. I'll come back soon in NPN.
Take care.

Masterly in every way... Congrats on your EP

Ian: I was really AWOL last week but when Pat recommended this I concurred enthusiastically. I like the color impact and the radiance of the shot especially. Superior image.>=))>

Good choice for EP Ian. I have been slow in posting my comments but did see it earlier and really liked it.
May

Congrats on the EP!

Congratulations Ian! Beautiful work, as is your standard.

A real beauty Ian!!! Just lovely and congrats on the EP!