Weekend Orchids

I think this looks great. Sharp and detailed where is matters and a little soft in back which I think helps the sharp look best. The background is sure pleasing. Good first post.

Outstanding orchid shot! Aren't these fun to shoot?
The composition is wonderful. The orchids flow across the frame and the buds at the bottom anchor the composition. The sharp centers and delicate petal edges express the exquisite beauty of these flowers. Well done!


No, I'm not being gentle.

Welcome to NPN, Tim! An excellent first post. I have no quibble with the flowers, detail or background. I think the composition could be improved slightly by cropping from the top just enough to let the stem exit at the top rather than the side. Otherwise the space at the top is kind of nothing space.

Aside from that, the extra trouble of a larger optional image post does allow for closer critiquing. Not a requirement, but as a help to both the critiqued and the critiquer, I have found it invaluable.

Many thanks for the comments! I agree 100% on the crop comment and will well heed the suggestion for the alternate larger image.

Welcome to NPN, Tim. Beautiful orchid image. I certainly like the pink flowers against the contrasting soft green bg. Well done.

Tim - Welcome to the Flora Gallery. Superb first post of difficult to photograph Orchids. Can't wait to see more of your work.

Agree with the crop suggestion already made and if possible I'd remove the highlight in the background touching the left edge. Minor issues aside, this is an excellent frame. That drooping stem adds so much to the aesthetics.

Absolutely beautiful photo. I like the nice bright-dark transition in the color. I also like the nice details which focuses my attention on the beautiful orchid. Well done Tim.

Great composition and detail Tim. Superb work in my opinion.
Bob

Tim: Great first post! You've set a high standard for yourself with this one. Great to have you aboard and looking forward to more. >=))>

PS: What part of Houston?

Many thanks Bill. Spring.

Tim, I pretty much like this comp as is and congratulate you on a cool first post! You could crop some off the top and that might improve it, though, I like it as is just fine. Super lighting on this beautiful subject!

Tim:

Welcome to NPN and Flora.

Wonderful first post. No additional comments to make on the image. Look forward to seeing more from you.

Hello Tim Wecome to Flora An excellent first post! well composed, wiith delightful light and color
Albert Darmo

Excellent first post! I like everything about this, from comp to background to color, to light. Very well done!