Begonia and glass

Gallery: FloraPosted October 4, 2009120 views12 comments

Nikon D300, Nikon 17-55 2.8 @50mm. F/11, 1/4sec, ISO 200.

These begonias were floating in water in a decorative glass bowl. I liked the base reflecting through the water. Comments appreciated.

Comments

12 comments

Comment posted by Pat Sampson on October 4, 2009 at 7:58 PM

Just a superb composition Albert for my tastes. Love the red against the blackness and the glass and then the glass echoes in the image via the droplets. One of my favorites. Beautiful work.

Pat

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Comment posted by Ramamohan Pai on October 4, 2009 at 10:54 PM

Idea takes the Cake while execution puts it over the top. Lovely Photo, Albert

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Comment posted by Ken Smith on October 5, 2009 at 3:01 AM

I like the begonias with droplets ...the light is gentle and creates a soft atmosphere. Glass circular is a bit distracting for my personal tastes...as it competes for attention. However a fine shot!

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Comment posted by beth summer on October 5, 2009 at 8:46 AM

Great idea, Albert! Love the water droplets on the blooms, good color also. I'd be inclined to clean up the "water dust" in the bg around the bottom area and the right and left sides. Very minor tho'.

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Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on October 5, 2009 at 6:43 PM

A most striking image, Albert ! An intriguing combination of natural and artificial elements, beautifully arranged and lit. The droplets are the icing on the cake.

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Comment posted by Larry Lynch on October 5, 2009 at 6:58 PM

Beautifully done Albert. Love the natural look of the blooms and the droplets. Terrific work.

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Comment posted by Philip Southard on October 5, 2009 at 10:40 PM

Albert, beautiful shot, beautiful color, and beautiful lighting.

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on October 6, 2009 at 12:00 AM

Nice blooms and a great comp Albert. I think for me I might clone out the edges of the glass (or the reflctions) toward the corners of the frame.

Nathan

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Comment posted by Angela Classen on October 6, 2009 at 11:13 AM

Very elegant and beautiful.

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Comment posted by Bill Fach on October 6, 2009 at 5:00 PM

Albert: This is wonderful. Marvelous lighting and an inspired comp. Many kudos! >=))>

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Comment posted by Rosemarie Arbur on October 7, 2009 at 6:20 AM

Just what Pat said, Albert: beautiful! I'm not sure I wouldn't try eliminating the arcs near the edges, since as this is, the base has become one with the flowers. Great choice of angle and pov.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on October 7, 2009 at 11:56 AM

Such lovely color and light. I like the pov, and your dof is perfect. Expert work.

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