Hard Days Work

© Phyllis H. Burchett

Hard Days Work

Uploaded: March 10, 2011

Description

Lady Wrangler heads to the barn after a long days work at White Stallion Ranch in Tucson, AZ.

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/640 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 130.00 mm, Model: NIKON D3S

Comments

Nadia Paul March 10, 2011

This is just wonderful Phyllis - fantastic DD work! #1359772

Deborah Lewinson level-addict March 10, 2011

This image is superb, Phyllis! Love the mood, quality, and story!

Debby #9284558

Kathy Salerni level-classic March 10, 2011

Wow, outstanding silhouettes and excellent treament, Phyllis! #9284563

Deon March 10, 2011

Incredible Phyllis. I love everything about this one. WOW. #9284620

Terry Cervi level-deluxe March 10, 2011

The treatment is awesome and this is just a beautiful shot, Phyllis! #9284661

Patti Coblentz March 11, 2011

Beautiful storytelling image, Phyllis...the light, silhouettes, and dd work are stunning! #9284768

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe March 11, 2011

Beautiful comp. tones and treatment, Phyllis. #9284802

Michelle Alton March 11, 2011

An awesome creation, Phyllis. #9284828

Robert R. Goodman March 11, 2011

Hi Phyllis,That is a winner.Beautiful capture.Excellent DD work!!!! #9284874

Carol Eade level-classic March 11, 2011

Gorgeous work, Phyllis! #9285109

Courtenay Vanderbilt March 11, 2011

Absolutely gorgeous, Phyllis! Love the silhouettes and incredible bg! #9285297

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer March 11, 2011

WOW!!! What an awesome image. How talented you are, Phyllis. #9285562

Nancy (Peaches) Harker March 11, 2011

WOW from me too, AWESOME! #9285649

Mike Clime March 11, 2011

Wow, this is awesome, Phyllis! #9285803

Carla Capra Anderson March 11, 2011

OUTSTANDING!!
;) CC #9286006

Shirley Sicurello level-classic March 11, 2011

So well done! #9286236

Renee Doyle March 11, 2011

Simply awesome Phyllis!! #9286338

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna March 12, 2011

WOW! Gorgeous work, Phyllis! :-) k #9287771

Rona L. Schwarz March 12, 2011

WOW, this is sensational, Phyllis!! Superb DD work - the silhouettes are perfect and the background and lighting and colors are marvelous! I'm sure we'll see this one again! #9287967

Mary Timman March 13, 2011

Oh love this! Love the tones, light, silhouettes..just perfectly made! #9288843

Christine Lobsinger level-classic March 13, 2011

Oh Phyllis, I believe we will see this beautiful piece of art again!!!
Simply gorgeous work!!
WOW FACTOR!
Into my fav's...
Smiling With You,
Christine #9289386

Emile Abbott level-classic March 14, 2011

Phyllis you new Bobby and I would love this one. Excellent silhouetted western scene. #9290620

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe March 14, 2011

Wow - Outstanding in every way Phyllis!! #9290912

John Connolly March 14, 2011

A wonderful story telling image with excellent effects Phyllis! You did a great job with this one! #9291197

Ellen Hodges March 14, 2011

Fabulous capture, Phyllis!! Wow colors and comp!!! #9291641

Cathy Barrows March 15, 2011

over the top fantastic #9292443

Karen Celella March 16, 2011

Outstanding in every way, Phyllis. We will see this one again, for sure! #9294229

Bill Houghton March 16, 2011

An amazing shot. Just outstanding. #9295114

Phyllis H. Burchett March 16, 2011

Thanks guys for looking and taking the time to comment, it really means a lot to me.....HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY YALL! #9295143

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic April 06, 2011

Splendid capture, Phyllis. If this does not win, what will?

UB. #9337588

Phyllis H. Burchett April 06, 2011

Thank you so much Usman, you are too kind! #9337605

Ellen Hodges July 28, 2011

Huge congrats on your fantastic finalists, Phyllis!! Very best luck!! #9561000

Agnes Fegan level-deluxe July 28, 2011

Wow...outstanding! Congratulations! #9561480

Mary Timman July 28, 2011

Congratulations on this beautiful Finalist! #9561534

Deborah Lewinson level-addict July 28, 2011

It's like a painting, Phyllis, simply gorgeous!

Congratulations and best wishes!
Debby #9561680

Amy M. Wilson July 28, 2011

Huge congratulations on your stunning Finalist, Phyllis!! #9561910

Carol L. Fowler July 28, 2011

Congrats on this Finalist #9562009

Irene Colling level-classic July 28, 2011

Stunning image Phyllis. Love the strong contrast.

Congratulations on your fine Finalist photo. #9562044

Christine Lobsinger level-classic July 29, 2011

WhowoowhO... Congrats Phyllis-
Keep GOING FOR GOLD!
Smiling Chris #9563334

Stefania Barbier level-classic July 29, 2011

huge congrats on your gorgeous finalist!!! #9563385

Carla Capra Anderson July 29, 2011

Hi Phyllis;
Congratulations!
An outstanding Finalist.
;) CC #9563479

Cathy Barrows July 29, 2011

Just fabulous...congrats #9563488

Danny B. Head July 29, 2011

If this doesn't win there is something wrong with the system! #9563523

Phyllis H. Burchett July 29, 2011

Thank you so much everyone! ☺ #9563589

Leslie McLain level-classic July 29, 2011

Congrats on a stunning finalist, Phyllis. #9563663

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic July 29, 2011

This is beautiful.....Congrats to you, Phyllis! #9563939

Gina Cormier July 29, 2011

Congrats on this fantastic image! #9564017

Val Feldman level-classic July 29, 2011

I've been on and off BP so much that I missed this one entirely! Not too late to fave it, cause this ol' Texan loves that very Western Flavor you captured so wonderfully! Huge congrats, once again, Phyllis - on an outstanding Finalist!!! #9564129

Phyllis H. Burchett July 29, 2011

Thank you, thank you so much!!! #9564189

Linda L. Ruiz July 29, 2011

#9564215

Karen Slagle July 29, 2011

Congrats Phyllis on this outstanding finalist, one of my faves... #9564231

Jessica Jenney July 29, 2011

Congratulations, Phyllis on your fabulous finalist! #9564300

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic July 29, 2011

Congrats on making the finalist round with this awesome image Phyllis. Good luck in the finals. #9564360

Linda D. Lester level-classic July 29, 2011

I can see this on canvas...just beautiful! My fav for this category!

Congratulations! #9564366

Pattie Smith July 29, 2011

This image is one of my very favorites Phyllis! I love the crispness of the silhouettes! Congrats! #9564732

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas level-classic July 29, 2011

Big Congratulations on your fantastic finalist Phyllis!,
Amalia #9564931

Marcel J. Fernandez July 29, 2011

Congratulations, Phyllis on your two terrific Finalist. #9565234

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic July 29, 2011

Wow, Phyllis!
Such a stunning image!
Big congratulations!!!
~♥~Lisa #9565310

Phyllis A. Houghton July 29, 2011

A well deserved win! Congratulations on your finalist Phyllis. Love your DD work. Good luck in the next round! #9565419

Leslie McLain level-classic July 29, 2011

Another beautiful winner, Phyllis. Congrats. #9565632

Courtenay Vanderbilt July 29, 2011

LOL! I was confused for a moment! I haven't even finished congratulating the Finalists yet! Congrats on your Winner, Phyllis! #9565638

Bojan Bencic level-classic July 29, 2011

Congratulations on your win, Phyllis! #9565715

Patti Coblentz July 29, 2011

Just gorgeous, Phyllis...congratulations on your winner!!! #9565732

Jessica Jenney July 29, 2011

Congratulations, Phyllis on your fantastic win! #9565837

Val Feldman level-classic July 29, 2011

WTG, Phyllis! So happy to see Gold attached to this - seems like I just got finished congratulating you on your Finalist and here you are sporting a Gold Badge....another great and well-deserved month for you! You go, girl! :) :) #9565865

Danny B. Head July 29, 2011

A fave for me.... simply said, I love it! Congrats! #9565935

Stefania Barbier level-classic July 29, 2011

CONGRATULATIONS!!! #9565947

Michelle Alton July 29, 2011

SUPERIOR work and a brilliant winner, Phyllis! Congratulations! #9566017

Marcie A. Fowler July 29, 2011

As a horse owner I absolutely love this image. Congrats on your well deserved win. #9566354

Chris Budny level-deluxe July 29, 2011

Just beautiful, Phyllis! Love the subtle texture too. Congratulations on your win! #9566534

Nadia Paul July 29, 2011

Congrats on this wonderful winner Phyllis! #9566549

Rona L. Schwarz July 29, 2011

So MAGNIFICENT, Phyllis! I knew we'd see it back with GOLD! HUGE CONGRATULATIONS on this brilliant Winner! #9566698

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna July 29, 2011

Another fabulous winner! WTG Phyllis! :-) k #9566723

Barbara Waldoch July 29, 2011

Congratulations on your beautiful winner, Phyllis! #9566757

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic July 29, 2011

Congratulations on your second place winner, Phyllis. #9566790

Renee Doyle July 29, 2011

Big congrats again Phyllis on this wonderful winning image!! #9566820

SaMi Martin July 29, 2011

Outstanding...I love it! Congrats! #9566842

Debra R. Harder July 29, 2011

You are on a roll, Phyllis! Congratulations on another OUTSTANDING GOLD WINNER! Deb #9566885

Kathy Cline July 29, 2011

I agree with Deb Phyllis,
An amazing shot and well deserved award!
#9566968

Judy V. Kennamer level-classic July 29, 2011

Great job Phyllis!!! This is gorgeous!!! Congrats!!! (I hope you can read this after Kathy's pup dribbles on it :o) #9567177

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic July 29, 2011

Congratulations Phyllis for your gold win on this stellar image. #9567361

JO ANN CLEVELAND July 29, 2011

Ohhhh Phyllis! This is awesome...so glad to see it is a Gold Winner!

jo ann c. #9567378

Amy M. Wilson July 29, 2011

Love this.... HUGE congratulations on your well-deserved Gold win, Phyllis!!! #9567416

Phyllis H. Burchett July 29, 2011

Thank you so much everyone....still chuckling after your post Judy! #9567426

Linda S. Smith level-classic July 29, 2011

Awesome capture Phyllis! Congrats! #9567444

Kathy Salerni level-classic July 29, 2011

Huge congrats on this well deserved Winning image, Phyllis! #9567986

Mary K. Robison July 29, 2011

Brilliant work and image, Phyllis!
CONGRATULATIONS on your well earned Gold Winner! #9568048

Alan L. Borror July 30, 2011

Congratulations on another beautiful winner, Phyllis! #9568287

Gail Sullivan level-classic July 30, 2011

Just outstanding, Phyllis...congrats again! #9568618

Deborah Lewinson level-addict July 30, 2011

So glad to see this get the gold, Phyllis!

Congrats on another superb winner!
Debby #9568640

Ken Smith level-classic July 30, 2011

Super work, Phyllis. Congrats on this beauty! #9568727

Julie Burnett July 30, 2011

OMG, this is brilliant!! Don't know how I missed this, but WOW!! Congratulations on this stunning Gold Winner, Phyllis!! #9568762

Phyllis H. Burchett July 30, 2011

Thanks so very much everyone! #9568892

Robert R. Goodman July 30, 2011

A big congratulations,Phyllis.WTG my friend!!! #9569084

Cathy Barrows July 30, 2011

Congrats on your winner...love it and so does london #9569239

Shirley A. Kinney July 30, 2011

Awesome, Phyllis. Congratulations on your win!
#9569304

Patrick Rouzes level-classic July 30, 2011

Congratulations on this incredible Gold Winner, Phyllis! WTG! #9569316

Mitch Spence level-classic July 30, 2011

Wonderful stuff, Phyllis. Congratulations on your gold. #9569419

Sharon Sawyer July 30, 2011

Another HUGE congratulations on your outstanding and well deserved Second Place Win!!! WTG, Phyllis! #9569832

Phyllis H. Burchett July 30, 2011

Thank you, thank you soooo much for your wonderful comments everyone! #9570138

Lindley Johnson level-classic July 30, 2011

Superb image, Phyllis! The mood created by the light, the silhouettes, and the treatment is fantastic. Congratulations on your well-deserved winner! #9570234

Marcel J. Fernandez July 30, 2011

Phyllis, Congratulations on your Fab Winner. #9570521

Freddy Bland July 31, 2011

Congratulations, Phyllis, on this wonderful Gold winner!! #9570791

Lydia Williams level-classic July 31, 2011

Wow! This is awesome. I love it. Wonderful work, Phyllis. Congratulations! #9571647

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict July 31, 2011

Congratulations Phyllis on your Win!!!


Dominick #9571658

Emile Abbott level-classic July 31, 2011

OH Girl I am glad to see this one in the winner column. Loved it the first time. Huge Congrats Phyllis. #9572038

Merna L. Nobile July 31, 2011


Imagine it. Feel it. Receive it. Congratulations, your entry was very special and thanks for sharing it with all of us. Merna Nobile
#9572648

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic August 01, 2011

Told ya in April...! C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S.......on this terrific Winner!!!!

UB. #9573151

Phyllis H. Burchett August 01, 2011

Thanks guys and yes Usman, guess you were right! #9573518

Linda Blair August 01, 2011

Congratulations Phyllis on this great winning image!! #9574141

David M. Montero August 01, 2011

Outstanding work. Congratulations on your win Phyllis! #9574992

Janet Fikar August 02, 2011

Spectacular image - congratulations! #9576514

Karen Celella August 02, 2011

Congratulations on your fabulous winner, Phyllis! #9577180

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic August 03, 2011

Oh, I LOVE This, Phyllis. Spectacular in every way. Huge congrats on your beautiful winner. #9579411

Phyllis H. Burchett August 03, 2011

Thanks a bunch Linda B., Dave, Janet, Karen and Mary Beth!!! #9579610

Nancy (Peaches) Harker August 04, 2011

AWESOME, love this one, beautifully captured. Huge congrats on your win!!! #9582030

Erica Murphy level-classic August 06, 2011

WOW! This is stunning Phyllis! Congratulations on your WIN! #9586091

Phyllis H. Burchett August 06, 2011

Thanks Nancy and Erica! #9586313

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic October 17, 2011

Amazing and beautiful! #9741294

Emile Abbott level-classic March 10, 2016

Another great Best of the Best DD's on BP 20 years. Congrats Phyllis. See under Galleries All-Time BetterPhoto Photography Contest Winners. #11445065

Lydia Williams level-classic March 12, 2016

Congratulations Phyllis! So glad to see this here! A Beauty!!! #11446126

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