2015 digital alterations The Dove and The Butterfly

The beauty of this image is beyond the scope of words... Wonderfully done, Gail! 

Very creative and artistic.  Nice result!

You are right re the Petals. I tried correcting it but did not have any luck at least with any means that my mind knew about.  I know there has to be an easier way....could you please give me a hint of how I would do it?? I imagine I would have to do it before I merged the flower image with any other layers??? Any advice you could give me would be most appreciated.

A lovely compliment that is most appreciated by you! :)

You have such a kind heart and your lovely words do touch my heart.

Beautiful work, very fine composition.

Many thanks for your encouragement! Truly appreciated.

You visits are always appreciated Kathy, as are the images you post. They help lift my day and it is always wonderful to see your POV to many of the flowers I love most. (recent posts especially).

You both have visited and left very encouraging comments. It is always wonderful to get that reassurance from my peers - mostly because I admire the work both of you do so much!

GARRY   - Thanks so much for your visit. It took me awhile, but I was at last pleased with the end result.

PATSY    - You are such a great support - always lending positive thoughts. I continually appreciate your encouragement.

LUISA     - Sincere appreciation for your visit Luisa. You thoughts shared always encourage.

HOLGER   - I was aiming for a Peaceful 'vibe' with this one. I am so glad that was communicated to you. The children look at things often so differently than adults. I find their way of dealing with 'loss' sometimes inspiring.

TINA        - Thank you for stopping to comment on this one Tina. I thought you would like this one. You have young Grandchildren yourself and would certainly understand.

JIM D       - It is so good to hear that you noticed the blending of the images. It is often difficult to accomplish this for me. Somehow I did it and am happy with the result.

PIERRE     - Well, 'speechless' is not a word I thought was possible with you!! But your encouraging critique truly made my day!

MARI         - I know how much you appreciate and enjoy beauty. I knew you would enjoy this one very much Mari. Thank you for expressing those lovely, positive words!

In my favorites.    AJ 

well deserved POTD.  Beautiful work. 

Gail, you've done so very well with this

Congrats on POTD.   AJ 

I do have to say this was such a surprise and an honour.  This has never happened to me before and to be recognized by my peers, truly has been encouraging, yet humbling at the same time.  Thank you for taking the time to congratulate me. It means so much.

Sincere thanks, Gail

Wonderful composition with great impact and neatly processed. Amazing textures and details! Just not able to give you 7 because of the pnet rules.

SooooooKay  - it is just so nice that you dropped by and commented on this one vlad. So surprised this is POTD, and truly feels good to have been chosen. Thanks so much for your lovely remarks!

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on this composition Ken. Truly means a lot, to be chosen, but to have people comment as well. I do appreciate those encouraging words.

thank you so much Bill, it was such a surprise! Thanks for acknowledging that I actually had an image make it to POTD!

Gail - very, very creative - love it. Great work as usual.

Peter.

Gail, this is so beautiful! I especially love the mourning dove since it's one of my favorite birds. Beautiful color and composition; lovely artistic work! Thank you for sharing. :)

my sincere thanks and I apologise for my delay in replying to your lovely words expressed, sincere thanks for your visit! :) Gail

my sincere thanks for your visit and thoughtful words expressed re this composition, I truly appreciate your feedback and apologise for my dely in responding :) Gail

Many beautiful details with a wonderful message! Warm regards.

Wonderful creative Artwork! Thanks for sharing it.  Best regards,