Delicious Days - (enlarge)

I have expressed how much I love Poppies, but I must admit, I have

the hardest time photographing this particular kind. I don't know

enough about my Camera Settings when it comes to oversaturation

or blowing out bright oranges, fuschias and reds. But one can't help

but be drawn to such lovely bright colours just the same. It is pouring

rain right now, and while working on this image, all I could think of

was how 'delicious' the bright colours appeared. The orange colour

reminded me of how delicious an Orange Crush Ice Cream Float

tasted that my Dad would make us children for a very Special Treat.

Then I got thinking of Orange Sorbet, Orange Juice, Orange Yogurt,

and yes those wonderful days of summer when the only word that

describes a day is 'Delicious'!!! I hope all of you experience many of

those as better weather comes your way, or is now there. (Orig.

Image June 2012 - Dig. Alt. any visits are most appreciated, :) Gail)

This is really a striking, beautiful image. That yell!(ow) really bursts on the screen. Of course it can't just be yellow. The oranges and purples compliment the yellow. Nice work.

Thank you Chuck, I'm happy to hear your enjoyed it. I actually was just visiting you before signing off....see you tomorrow.

kind regards,Gail

wonderful. how about cropping the too bright north-west? compliments -koushik

A really beautiful result with impressive lighting, colors and details, Gail!

Please don't crop the NW. It is perfect the way it is. The brightness of the corner suggests a very warm and bright summer day, i think that's what you wanted to show with this fantastic alteration.

It is very creative and artistic.

I love Poppies too they are so innocent looking but still have a lot of details to play with.

My complements.

Andy

beautiful color and detail in the large version Gail......nicely done

Beautiful colors and bg texture.   AJ

love it... really nice job

Gail

A beautiful shot full of almost soft pastel colours, then you are hit by the colours in the centre of the flower. Another piece of fine art photograph. Best wishes William

Hi Gail,

  Wonderful creative image with beautiful colors & details.  Take care, Patsy

Lovely, Gail!

Hola Gail.

Un trabajo muy bello, el procesado es excelente. Te felicito.

Un cordial saludo, Joaquin.

love the background texture and the sharpness of the flower

Hi Gail.  What a beautiful burst of color! I love this yellow tone, combined with orange flower, gives the feeling of warmth and joy. You have done an amazing job here, with this texture added, and the center of the flower very clearly. A work of art and good taste!

Regards,

Rosario.

Such lovely words of encouragement!! I do appreciate them very much!! I am longing for Spring!!!

Each of you have expressed your appreciation for this image, I do thank you for your visits. Your encouragement is shown by visiting, THANK YOU!!!!!

• Kind Regards, Gail

You understood the brightness in the upper left corner so well!!! I can understand where for many they would not care for this, but it was something I wanted to try. My deep appreciation for your kind words of encouragement. :) Gail

The bright top left is intended, but I can understand if you do not care for it. I guess it is a 'personal' thing, but I even struggled during processing whether to go that route, many thanks for your visit and input!! :) GAil

Such kind words of critique, that truly encourage and inspire William, my sincere thanks for making my day! :) Gail

Sincere thanks for those lovely words of critique. I do appreciate your visit so much!!! :) Gail

Wow! Gail. Lovely colors and sharp details you got for this beautiful image. I see you are ready for spring :) Nice memories and thoughts to describe your work.

Hugs and blessings to you dear friend,

LuDa

Another piece of great cleverness and art!

Thank you for those lovely encouraging words!! I appreciate every time you visit. Cheers to you Mau, Gail

I am more than ready for Spring my friend!!! thanks so much for those lovely thoughts shared. You must be seeing all kinds of lovely sights as you travel!!! It is going to get warmer in tomorrow, up to 12 Celcius, event that is a welcome change.

safe travels Luisa, :) Gail