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Tulip Abstract-2
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Tulip Abstract-2

by Ramamohan Pai

Gallery: FloraPosted April 29, 2012146 views15 comments
Another abstract take on the Red/Yellow Tulip. I don't like what is happening in the top right with the chipped edge of the petal - some of you might not like that bit as well. I have to go with what is offered sometimes.

ND300s, AFS60mm F/2.8 Micronikkor, F/5.6, 1/1600 Sec, almost mid day sun and harsh light diffused using a 12" diffuser, ISO200 and Handheld. I find it very difficult to use a tripod for intimate close-ups like these.

Thanks a ton for your comments on Tulip Abstract-1 and I look forward to hearing your comments on this one.

Comments

15 comments
Comment posted by Gary Yeoh on April 30, 2012 at 12:50 AM
Ram:
Another fine abstract but I like the previous one better. Agree with you about the RUC been a little untidy. How you are able to hand hold and get perfect sharpness at this magnification is beyond me :frown:
Registered on September 1, 2009, 588 Posts, 8184 Comments
Comment posted by Fabio Giarrizzo on April 30, 2012 at 4:50 AM
Wonderful flower abstract, as always- Love the tones of the reds and the skillful composition- Thanks for sharing these beauties, Fabio
Registered on December 3, 2010, 90 Posts, 1614 Comments
Comment posted by Miro Susta on April 30, 2012 at 10:07 AM
A wonderful shot .The colors are well saturated with very good lighting. Bravo Ram, accept my congratulations. :toast: :toast:
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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on April 30, 2012 at 10:24 AM
Graceful curves and rich colors. Excellent
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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on April 30, 2012 at 1:03 PM
I love the subtle lines and the not so subtle lines Ram. Great color and a nice comp. I do not love the top right of the frame, but it is not a shot killer for me. I understand about using what you are given.

Oh, and I agree with Gary about the hand-holding! My goodness!
Nathan
Registered on November 1, 2003, 1101 Posts, 13589 Comments
Comment posted by Ned Fenimore on April 30, 2012 at 2:22 PM
That is a beautiful fold of color!
Registered on November 1, 2003, 467 Posts, 2803 Comments
Comment posted by Brigitte Lorenz on April 30, 2012 at 2:28 PM
very fine abstract...the colors are fantastic!!!!

Brigitte
Registered on January 10, 2009, 187 Posts, 1507 Comments
Comment posted by Michael Lowe on April 30, 2012 at 3:43 PM
Awesome as usual, Ram. As for the URC, I think it reflects well on the high standard of your work, that that would even be considered a defect. :wavey: :toast: :toast:
Registered on February 11, 2004, 777 Posts, 5252 Comments
Comment posted by Robert Dayton on April 30, 2012 at 5:37 PM
The chipped edge doesn't distract for me. Great colors and good DOF choice. This abstract is
excellent; I like it as much as Tulip Abstract-1.
Registered on November 11, 2008, 281 Posts, 3958 Comments
Comment posted by scott lanz on April 30, 2012 at 7:27 PM
Beautiful, Ram. :toast:
Registered on November 14, 2003, 840 Posts, 12902 Comments
Comment posted by Albert Darmo on April 30, 2012 at 10:06 PM
Hi Ram :wavey: Another perfect abstract presentation :jump: the vibrant color and the sharpness of leading edge of the petal is amazing :toast:
Albert Darmo
Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments
Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on May 1, 2012 at 8:39 AM
Another beauty, Ram ! Yes, maybe not quite as strong as the previous post, but I especially love the flush of yellow bottom L in this one - it sets up the flow of the main edge beautifully
Registered on May 18, 2007, 1108 Posts, 7647 Comments
Comment posted by Daniel & Loana on May 1, 2012 at 12:09 PM
Wonderful abstract, Ram.

Congrats

D&L
Registered on October 7, 2008, 166 Posts, 3044 Comments
Comment posted by Cheryl Molennor on May 1, 2012 at 10:00 PM
Right up my ally. Great sift focus and I like the light and vibrant tones.
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Comment posted by Kris Johnson on May 23, 2012 at 2:38 AM
Love it. Great colors
Registered on March 6, 2010, 26 Posts, 299 Comments