Rain Drops Reality

Interesting results for an un-manipulated image? My intent was to shoot wide open and find interesting bokeh formations by pointing the camera into the light but with different floral stuff in the background. Only one rain drop is in focus. Slight selective contrast was applied. Too exotic? Would be interested in your thoughts even if you consider it not your genre of photography. Thanks

Thanks for your input! 11:45

simply beautiful , very well done ...6-6

I must confess, that though I like the fantasia version, I much prefer this version. The reflection ,and refraction of light off of the drops of water, in conjuction with the play of shallow DOF give me something tangible to connect with. I also find the background very pleasing to the eye.

 

An excellent natural abstract here. 7/7 rating. Personally, I'd hang THIS version up, but that's just me.

 

I see you're putting your new D300 through its paces. How do you like it so far?

 

Regards,

 

-Ade

Beautiful abstraction. I really like the shapes created in the out of focus area. Wonderful vibrant colors and lighting. All the best.

Thanks for stopping by - I do appreciate your comment.

Good to hear from you. Thanks for your thoughts on this image. I think the "fantasia" and "reality" versions will appeal to different people. Re D300: I waited through many Nikon versions since the introduction of the D70 and finally got the D300. I close my eyes now to recent announcements (D700, etc). It is really excellent and i am very happy with it. On a couple of times I press the shutter and a number of shots are fired off. Just wondering if i acidentally hit the function button - anyways it is not a big thing as I continue to study the manual. Any investment now will be in 'glass'. All the best!

Comments very much appreciated.

I think you can tell that this image is a very personal one... one that you like and enjoyed taking. I can see a completely different perspective shown through this photo... and thats my favorite thing to see in photos. I would also hang this one up.

Beautiful composition with perfect light. Regards.

Very exotic indeed, and i love the colours` richness... interesting result!

Beautiful colors-7/7

If I were to include color images among all the black and white ones that cover my walls, this would be hanging there. It is a beautiful work of art for both nature and abstract. I have much to learn about photography.

Alex - many thanks for your insightful comment.

Oskar - thanks for the kind words.

Adela: good to hear from you - hope you will get that new camera soon.

Linda - thanks for the consideration that you would give it top marks.

Shawn - what can I say about your comment - except to say thanks and that you have images which inspire me and this is the way it should be - keen participation at PN that keeps us focussed and inspired.

Have a blessed and a photographic evening,

... beautiful colors ...

I Love it! 7/7

A wonderful realistic "abstract". I love th colors, the light and the differential focus!

Ahmet, Cynthia and Diana - many thanks for the very strong appreciation of this image. Much appreciated.

Beautiful abstract.

This is the type of photography I like best: you've managed to find something you weren't even aware was there. Nice.,

This is my cup of tea, wonderful color palette, well composed and very moody, thank You , Tony, Jana

Andrew, Robert and Jana - thanks for your visit and feedback. Best regards,.