For envy is a kind of praise."
John Gay, early 18th C English poet

Resubmitted for October 11, 2017 (EP)
Category: Monthly Theme (Harvests) "> For envy is a kind of praise."
John Gay, early 18th C English poet

Resubmitted for October 11, 2017 (EP)
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A Kind of Praise

© Nikki McDonald

A Kind of Praise

Uploaded: March 09, 2012 | Entered: October 30, 2017 06:54:57

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"Fools may our scorn, not envy, raise.
For envy is a kind of praise."
John Gay, early 18th C English poet

Resubmitted for October 11, 2017 (EP)
Category: Monthly Theme (Harvests)

Exif: F Number: 11, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 100100/1000000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 100,100, FocalLength: 55.00 mm, Model: DSLR-A350

Comments

Karen Celella March 09, 2012

Outstanding still life that's perfect for the MT, Nikki. Love the reflection and the hint of green light on the red apple. #1448504

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic March 09, 2012

Oh, you have a winner here, I think! #10030280

Chris Budny level-deluxe March 09, 2012

Another beauty here, Nikki---really excellent. I agree with Carolyn! #10030308

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe March 09, 2012

Another great still life Nikki!! #10030323

Julianne Bradford March 09, 2012

Great poetry and still life Nikki :-) #10030338

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic March 09, 2012

I couldn't fave this fast enough, Nikki. The simplicity and light makes this just so powerful. A WINNER, for sure, or I'll eat those apples. #10030352

Bob Cournoyer level-classic March 09, 2012

I'm in agreement with all ^ of them... :-) #10030469

Joy Rector March 09, 2012

beautiful shot #10030552

Karen E. Michaels level-deluxe March 09, 2012

Brava, Nikki.
Red apple, forefront, genius... #10030561

Bill Johnson March 09, 2012

Nikki, Great MT entry. #10030679

JudyAnn Rector level-classic March 09, 2012

Beautiful still life, Nikki... great quote! #10030691

Neal D. Hatcher March 09, 2012

Fantastic #10030953

David M. Montero March 09, 2012

Awesome still life Nikki!!! Great set up and lighting. #10030964

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic March 10, 2012

Beautiful composition with terrific contrast and texture.
#10031299

Thomas E. Hinds March 11, 2012

I love this still life, Nikki. Great color and composition! #10032940

Susan M. Campbell March 13, 2012

Outstanding image Nikki. The lighting is superb! #10035850

Jackie M. Sajewski April 19, 2012

Beautiful still life. #10098925

Dianne Brin level-classic April 22, 2012

Just beautiful! #10104169

Carol Quina level-classic November 30, 2017

Beautiful still life. Congratulations on your Finalist. #11661082

Emile Abbott level-classic November 30, 2017

Congrats on finalist, Nikki. #11661209

Ronda Chatelle level-classic November 30, 2017

Beautiful! Congrats!!! #11661268

Wally Orlowsky December 01, 2017

Nikki, Congratulations on this wonderful winner! #11661479

Amanda D. Austwick level-classic December 01, 2017

Congratulations Nikki, on your gold winner! #11661554

Emile Abbott level-classic December 01, 2017

Congrats Nikki on going Gold. #11661640

Michele Peterson level-classic December 02, 2017

Congratulations on this obviously well loved image going gold, Nikki! And a great poem to go along with it. :-) Beautiful.... #11662047

Joanna Kovalcsik level-classic December 02, 2017

Congratulations, Nikki! #11662201

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