Spring Dance (x2)

Gallery: FloraPosted May 23, 2010358 views19 comments

My initial contribution to this week's theme. Not much of a story behind this . . . just one of the shots that I happen to like from some time in the field about six weeks ago. I greatly appreciate your thoughts and comments.

Canon 5D, Tamron 90mm for 1/200 at f/4 (ISO 200). As with many of my other shots, I used a diffuser to soften the direct light in this mid-morning capture.

Comments

19 comments

Comment posted by Phil Pogledich on May 23, 2010 at 3:01 PM

Here's a version with less saturation . . . I didn't add much saturation to the original prior to posting, but I've been going back and forth on whether it (the original) is still a bit too strong.

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Comment posted by David W. Kelly on May 23, 2010 at 3:28 PM

Phil I like the splash of color in this image and I like the saturation in the first one the best, at least on my monitor. Nice image.

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Comment posted by John&Patty Benway on May 23, 2010 at 3:38 PM

Nice blend of colors Phil, tough choice between 1 & 2, think I like the original, anyway, beautifully done.
John

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Comment posted by Bob Duff on May 23, 2010 at 3:45 PM

I like it. I particularly like the disk at the bottom of the poppy being the only part being sharp. Well done.

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Comment posted by Bob&Charly Nelson on May 23, 2010 at 4:40 PM

Another WOW image...Well set up, taken and displayed Phil. SUPER!
Bob

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on May 23, 2010 at 6:07 PM

Love the composition and for my tastes the more saturated color. Gorgeous image.

Pat

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Comment posted by Ramamohan Pai on May 23, 2010 at 6:13 PM

Phil, The difference between both seems to be subtle. Some rocking colors here. Love the selective focus on the red rim

. Awesome photo.

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Comment posted by Bill Fach on May 23, 2010 at 9:01 PM

Phil: I'll take one of each. Great comp and DOF/POF choice. Many kudos. >=))>

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Comment posted by Gary Yeoh on May 24, 2010 at 5:51 AM

Phil:
Very impressive images. Both are equally good. Like the selective focus on the red disk.

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Comment posted by Laura Stafford on May 24, 2010 at 1:27 PM

Wonderful colors, and I love the soft light.

Laura Stafford

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on May 24, 2010 at 3:36 PM

I think I like the second version just a bit more Phil, but they are both great. Very nice.

Nathan

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Comment posted by David Sparks on May 24, 2010 at 3:43 PM

Awesome colors and I love the selective focus on the red rim. If forced to choose, I would select the original.

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Comment posted by Daniel & Loana on May 24, 2010 at 4:34 PM

Wonderful combination of colours.

Congrats

D&L

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Comment posted by Mike Gallo on May 24, 2010 at 5:40 PM

The colors are WOW........I like both versions but the second one would be my choice for some reason........the pof is awesome as well

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Comment posted by Cheryl Molennor on May 24, 2010 at 7:05 PM

Very nice, colors are great as well on both images

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Comment posted by Robert Dayton on May 24, 2010 at 7:17 PM

This is certainly theme fitting, Phil. All of the colors work so
well together. Good placement of the main subject off center.

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on May 24, 2010 at 9:45 PM

Hi Phil

A creative composition. with very interesting lines and vibrant color. I'll take one of each,,,,,

Albert Darmo Canada

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Comment posted by Dean Sauskojus on May 25, 2010 at 2:13 AM

Pretty exceptional Phil. All those different colors are pleasing to look at. Really nice job.

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Comment posted by Philip Southard on May 25, 2010 at 11:52 AM

Phil, nicely composed and some great color.

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