BALANCE

I have another larger version of the pond where I took the capture of

this Lotus, but my daughter wanted to have an enlarged version of

just the Lotus. They are one of her favorite flowers, and I have to say

mine as well. On this particular day, it was so tranquil. Warm and

humid, only the odd tiny insect skimming across the water caused

any movement. I think the Lotus Blossom is a rather 'regal'

and 'refined' flower. I recall being so delighted when I saw this one.

One of my favorite 'moments' while visiting Brookgreen Gardens.

(many thanks for your visit, sincerely, Gail)

Gail, this is a beautiful image, taken in what looks like harsh light with ample oppurtunity for flare off the water's surface- well executed.

I also like the way you handled the postwork. Only critique- I sense the symmetry is for balance, have you tried a square crop, either traditional or set on end? Not many images work well in a square format, but this one just might be an exception.

I also feel this could have a little more imapct with ~5x7 or ~ 8x10 aspect ratio, taking the bottom off just above the second set of ripples.

Kindest regards-Randall 

Thankyou so much for your visit and for those very helpful suggestions. I had originally cropped this image at 10.70 x 8.149 res 240 to make a print for my daughter. I was using 11 x 8.50 Letter size paper to fit in a particular frame I wanted to use. Not having a Mat, I did the border.

But I will try what you have suggested. I moved my original posting right beside this one so you can have a look at that also. I do agree that a Square Format may look very good as well. It is great to get feedback like yours, I truly appreciate your suggestions. I'll let you know how I do with my efforts.

Thanks so much and with sincere regards, Gail

Flower and bud look so good with a vivid color,blur water foreground and bg shows better main subject,you had a very good point of view to see this reflection that comes with a plus to image,compliments.

Hi Gail,

Very nice DOF and presentation............Best Regards, KA

..yes the word balance describes this composition very well. Foreground and background  frame your subject very well. I also like the fact that the picture is not over saturated. It is fine example of differential focus revealing a masterful control of the camera. Compliments.

Many thanks for your visit and expecially those encouraging words of critique. I truly appreciate your input and of course your support.

Sincere regards, Gail

Many thanks Kawan for your visit, kind words of critique, and most of all, the encouragement.

sincere regards, Gail

Very beautiful capture , nice composition , well done ................ Best regards.

Many thanks for your kind words of critique and of course, I enjoy hearing your input,

most sincerely, Gail

Lovely to hear from you Radu, I certainly have enjoyed your latest images. Your encouraging critique is most welcome.

Sincere regards, Gail

Excellent art-work. Amazing treatment and charming color tonality. Best rating....Best regards.

Hello dear Sumon! Thankyou for your encouragement and support, truly is appreciated.

Fond regards, Gail

Hi Gail,

Stunning sharpness and isolation well displayed in this scene.

It is nice to see this very good lens used in such a manner, too.

Warmest Regards,  Mike

Love these silver reflections, very well processed, all the best!

WOW!  This is awesome.  First of all, I like your presentation with the border.  This has such sharp focus, good colors, and an excellent DOF.  A stunning image, that i like. 

A beautiful image with subtle colours . Yuu did well to get such a low view point showing the leaves lying flat on the water . Excellent shot ! Bill

Details aside, they're for lawyers, this is most assuredly an 'Art' photo.

A 'thing-of-beauty' preserved with an artists touch...

Gail, Wonderful colors and composition - and I quite like this crop. Best regards.

Astonishing post processing, excellent composition with some kind "silver" effect and reflection! Well balanced and eye catching presentation! It just EXCELLENT!

Grigoriy

lovely image, nicely done

Great work! 7

Hello Gail 

Lovely Image - well seen. 

Kind regards

Bela Dick 

An enchanting, romantic image, Gail. I like the little ripples in the shimmering water, the reflection, the lovely bokeh. Wonderful work as always.

Linda

Bel arangement.  L'effet monochrome et les reflets donnent un effet métalisé à cette image ce qui est un peu sur-réaliste pour ce genre de photographie.  Belle composition!  Toutefois un reflecteur placé du côté droit aurait pu aidé à faire ressortir la couleur rouge diminuant aussi la pré-dominance du reflet du pétal avant.

Félicitation!