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Miniature Wool Star
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Miniature Wool Star

by Eirini Pajak

Gallery: FloraPosted April 11, 201384 views11 comments
This particular group was about 1.5" tall.

Stack of 39

Comments & criticism appreciated!

Comments

11 comments
Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on April 11, 2013 at 7:06 PM
The flowers are lovely, and as far as I can see, perfectly stacked. To me, the rocky base is oddly juxtaposed with the delicate flowers and stems. The broken flower in the LRC is distracting. Perhaps a crop from the bottom, just above the broken flower? Worth looking at, anyway.
Registered on July 24, 2006, 2741 Posts, 12349 Comments
Comment posted by scott lanz on April 11, 2013 at 8:51 PM
This is nice, Eirini but my thoughts on this image are remarkable identical to Phil's. I like the flowers but I am ambivalent about the stark and detailed base of the image.
Registered on November 14, 2003, 840 Posts, 12902 Comments
Comment posted by Nathan Buck on April 12, 2013 at 1:17 AM
Wow Eirini, nice stack. I like the BG and the look to the little blooms. Nice color too. I wish that little spent bloom was not there on the ground under the stems.

Nathan
Registered on November 1, 2003, 1101 Posts, 13589 Comments
Comment posted by Howard Cheek on April 12, 2013 at 7:19 AM
I like the delicate tiny flowers in contrast to the hard, rocky bottom..
Techs look great. If you're after the perfect 'studio' version, then the fallen or 'broken' flower must go.
But I rather like it being there, it's a reminder of just how 'fleeting' floral beauty really is.
Adds some character too :wink:
Registered on July 24, 2008, 1201 Posts, 10758 Comments
Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on April 12, 2013 at 8:22 AM
Beautifully framed, Eirini ! The way the flowers stand out on the rocky ground against the bg is delightful - perfect dof. A lovely image.
Registered on May 18, 2007, 1108 Posts, 7647 Comments
Comment posted by Mark Seaver on April 12, 2013 at 8:39 AM
Beautifully done. I like the juxtaposition of the delicate flowers in the harsh desert landscape. I also like that you included the spent bloom, it hints nicely at the complete life cycle of this plant.
Registered on January 23, 2011, 1103 Posts, 17270 Comments
Comment posted by Albert Darmo on April 12, 2013 at 6:39 PM
Hi Eirini :wavey: The blooms look so fresh and vibrant, that the broken flower seems out of place on the desert floor, maybe in a city park. but not here...... otherwise it's a fine capture. the detailed rocky base fits well in this desert scene, and against these delightful flowers and bg. :cool: :smile:
Albert Darmo
Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments
Comment posted by Brad Mangas on April 12, 2013 at 9:10 PM
It is not easy to get such a shot of small wildflowers like this, you done an excellent job.
Registered on November 9, 2007, 94 Posts, 568 Comments
Comment posted by Dennis Plank on April 12, 2013 at 11:35 PM
Beautiful composition, Eirini. I like the dof and the spent blossom on the ground is a very nice touch.

:toast:
Registered on January 28, 2008, 1767 Posts, 23192 Comments
Comment posted by Bob&Charly Nelson on April 13, 2013 at 1:49 AM
Great environmental portrait.
Bob :wavey:
Registered on October 27, 2005, 289 Posts, 4202 Comments
Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on April 13, 2013 at 4:05 PM
One of loveliest natural bouquets I've seen. Phil makes some good points, and the crop looks nice. I also think it is rather thought provoking, with a touch of pathos, as is. A delicate beauty among the rough and tumble, and sometimes not everyone makes it… Just wonderful work on the stacking, as usual, Eirini.
Registered on August 16, 2006, 603 Posts, 9192 Comments