Iris bud [Iris Flower Pictures]
Uploaded: June 12, 2012 06:51:51
105 macro lens, f5.6, iso 800, 1/350 sec.
A composite of 3 shots to get sharpness throughout.
Texture added to make the background more interesting
Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/350 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: NIKON D800
Arthur Bohlmann July 10, 2012
This is an extrodany image an dvery pleasing to look at. I am enjoying the soft pastel like tones you have used for this fine image #1474099Mike Bachman July 10, 2012
Thanks Arthur.Arthur Bohlmann July 10, 2012
You are in good company Michael most of the club members post flower images from time to time #10223210Christina N. Seuser July 10, 2012
Simply Stunning! #10223469Susan Williams July 10, 2012
Beautiful detail and colors, Michael. The background really enhances the flower - a perfect balance of blues and greens. Really nice work. #10223843Carla Capra Anderson July 11, 2012
Very beautiful. #10225672Philip B. Ludwig July 11, 2012
Beautiful work. #10225770Robert Jensen July 13, 2012
Love what you did here - beautiful image #10227719David Resnikoff July 15, 2012
Michael,David R #10229930
Rita K. Connell July 16, 2012
really like the tones in this, the simplicity is very nice #10231495Susan Williams August 23, 2012
Congratulations on a well-deserved award, Michael! #10286623Philip B. Ludwig August 23, 2012
Congratulations on your award. It is a beautiful image. #10287151Wendy M. Hansen-Penman August 26, 2012
Looks like watercolor on parchment. Gorgeous colors. Congrats! #10291031Mike Bachman August 27, 2012
Thanks everyone for your kind comments. I have been a bit overwhelmed by the whole thing.Gary R. Smith August 27, 2012
Congratulations on your award, Michael. This is a truly outstanding shot. Excellent technical processing and shooting. #10292307Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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