Between the Bales 8

Gallery: FloraPosted July 2, 2016368 views5 comments

Sony A77
Minolta 200mm macro
ISO 400, 1/30 @ f22
Black Dragon Hibiscus 2

Slightly different comp from my last post. This beauty bloomed this morning and was in better shape than the original flower. I think this comp shows the center swirl a bit better. All comments welcome.>=))>

Comments

5 comments

Comment posted by scott lanz on July 2, 2016 at 9:22 PM

I actually like this one even better than the previous version, Bill. The light, color, and detail in the stamens/anthers is nicer and, as you say, the swirl is more prominent. Excellent.

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on July 3, 2016 at 3:16 AM

REALLY super, Bill. The unconventional comp (with the stamen at the top) and the curve behind makes for a wonderful, dynamic comp. Love the rich color too. Very, very nice!

Nathan

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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on July 3, 2016 at 3:34 PM

I could be talked into doing a focus stack on this. Beautiful swirls and patterns, with a stand out image of the stamen/pistil. cool

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Comment posted by Ian Wolfenden on July 4, 2016 at 6:13 AM

Unusual and excellent composition, Bill. There's a real dynamism to it, with the movement out from the centre of the swirl to the flower centre. Love the rich, sombre colour and the sharpness of the centre.

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Comment posted by Mark James Ford on July 4, 2016 at 3:57 PM

Hi Bill, wonderful composition - like it!

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