calla lily

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I really like this. It's very O'Keefesque. The composition, showcasing the leaves, is fantastic. Nice job.

Donna, I like this image, simply done. Great composition and just enough light.

I, on the other hand, would prefer a bit more light, otherwise the softness and composition is just beautiful... Jiri

I really like this very much Donna. The lines in the green leaves bring out the simplicity and purity of the flower in a nice way. Very well composed. The word comming to my mind when first viewing this is harmony.

After viewing this image with its lovely composition I delighted myself with a visit to your portfolio. Beautiful work...

As all your work Donna, your skills are "shouting"... beautiful work here, original composition, and I'm glad to see you posting again. and a big thank you! Pnina

Great composition-the two leaves segmented on the left look like one leaf looped around.Very eye catching.

I hate the usual kitsch 'pretty flower in black background', which usually shows competency with flash, and not much more.

 

This is something else. Composition is excellent.

Lightning, perfect. It's diffused and grazing, revealing textures exquisitely, and creating an almost tactile sensation. There's a chiaroscuro effect in the leaves which I also love.

 

Congratulations.

Eye Catching for sure ....

oh, love it. so soft and baautiful!

Very well composed and lovely colors!

I really like this photo. The one change I would make would be to broaden the tonal range. I hope you don't mind, I took the liberty and did a quick levels adjustment.

Hi everyone, thank you for your comments. Brad, I like your variation on this photo . . . I think it works very well . . . I was trying to emphasize the leaves by keeping the contrast more subdued. . . .

Donna, the adjusted version works much better for me - that was what I had in my mind. I think that the common curves on the leaves and the flower make up for the brightness difference... Jiri

Beautiful composition of the white lily surrounded by the large leaves. Gives a feeling of being protected.

Very nice composition.

Donna, This is beautifully composed. I have some of these growing in my garden. They're in bloom right now. You've inspired me to try shooting them. Since everyone is casting a vote, I too think the original is a bit dark. I might prefer a version between the original and Brad's well done adjustment.

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Lovely composition with great textures and subdued lighting. Well done!

Thanks Donna, you give me some ideas for my next assignment. Lovely composition.