Friday Nite & The Natives Are Restless !! - (enlarge)

Today was sunny, wind was cold (3 c), but the Weather Forecast

promises warmer weather to progressively favour us. Both I and my

Macro Lens are RESTLESS and longing to see the Spring

Perennials peek above the ground. The Lilacs are in bud and I can

hear more birds chirping in the mornings, a sure sign that Spring is

here. Any visits and input are always welcome, many thanks, Gail

(Abstract)

The original image was taken in June of 2010. At this time I knew much less about how to use my Canon EF 100mm Macro USM for best image taking. Mike Palermiti has helped me immensely since that time and I rarely use a F Stop over 2.8 anymore. I have included the original image used to make this composition. My F Stop for this image was 6.3, why? I have no idea. I knew even less back then how my Camera worked. Hopefully this Spring and Summer will see me taking much better images!!! (I have always liked this image and have one version in my Dig. Alt. Flowers and Landscape File that had a  slight Water Colour effect applied. I plan to redo this image without any effects in the near future.)

The presentation is gorgeous and the the royal PURPLE is perfect for you as you have become the Queen of flowers abstract, a unique and beautiful art! Warm regards my friend.

You are very kind Jorge!! But I haven't seen my 'crown' lately!!! (chuckle) thanks so much what would we do without your smiling soul here on PN???

Gail,

Strong composition, strong lines, & bold colors.  Excellent abstraction. Well done & thanks for this one.

Rick

Thankyou very much for your valued input on this one, so glad you enjoyed this one. Have a great weekend, Gail

I'm sorry, I spelled your name wrong, must remember to Proofread!!! Gail

very beautiful...

Gail,

  Beautiful creative image with wonderful colors & details.  Take care, Patsy

You are always such a great support to so many here on PN Patsy, my sincere thanks for dropping by and viewing my image and for your very kind words of critique,

Hope you are enjoying your weekend, Gail

Sincere thanks Mehmet for dropping by.

 

another great job gail!!!

Thanks for dropping by Tim, so glad you enjoyed this one!!! truly appreciate your support, cheers for now, ;-) Gail

superlative composition and colors.

Many thanks for your visit and very kind remarks, Gail

I can see it.  Abstractly wonderful as well.  best, jamie

so glad you enjoyed this composition!!!

Gail, unique conception   for such a pretty pattern as usual, and always pleasing to view!    Best regards

I am glad you enjoyed the design elements in this image Richard, sincere thanks for your time taken!