North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by jenesis:
Yes, you're right. That adds a very pleasing effect. And those colors are so lovely together.

Pilgrimage
by Neil

Comment by agrimace:
You keep taking much better pictures of places I have been. You been to Alaska yet?

Floral Mist
by Neil

Comment by whatdewuc:
A beautiful image with great bokeh...

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by eqsite:
Beautiful, Neil. You should have saved this for a Free Study, though. It would have been far more appreciated by the voters there.

Dawn Inspiration
by Neil

Comment by option:
Remarkable photo... if the train did show, there would be no question about this ribboning.

I agree with bear, though: shouldve camped out n' waited, this is expert editing, after all!

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by Ann:
I didn't vote in this challenge, but this is utterly gorgeous. Perfect just the way it is.

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by SandyP:
I almost said in my comment when I saw this that it looked like Neil Shapiro masterpiece. This is so beautiful! Your photography of dreamy flower scenes is unapproachable!

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by CNovack:
I sat this one out but went browsing (no voting) through the galleries during voting and missed seeing this beauty. While I don't get the strong impresssion of 'brush strokes' I think you nailed the painting impressionism style of compositional shapes, bright colors, and play of light on main elements. Love that soft focus or glow that causes these flowers to really reach out and grab the viewer's attention - and it was accomplished by simple hairspray on the camera filter! (I am going to have to try that sometime). This is a lovely piece.

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by noraneko:
Neil, I can't believe this one didn't break 6. What a low-scoring challenge this was! Still a beautiful shot, and actually a very good placement overall.

North of Eden
by Neil

Comment by levyj413:
I still think it's lovely. :)