A Rose by any Other Name...
by bdshort

Comment by PTLParsons:
There's only one other rose that comes close to this one and it may be a tad better, (or not) It has a little lighter background which make's it stand out just a tad more. But you both will get the same score of 10 because there is nothing more beautiful than a perfectly shaped rose photographed perfectly. And I'm not sure which one I like the best. How's that for a comment. I know it's not really helpful but it is true. As is the 10 you get.

A Rose by any Other Name...
by bdshort

Comment by Amiee:
Good picture. I really like the colors and the black background makes the photo very elegant looking. Nice job.

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by indigo997:
Very cliche - esp since there's almost an identical shot in the challenge. I like the red on black. Would like a little more lighting. I do like the angle though. 7

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by Silver Fox:
Excellent photograph with good choice of lighting. Good focus on the entire flower, nice macro, and good choice of background. My eyes focus on the beautiful redness of the rose, down to the green leaves and then immediately back to the rose to take in it's beauty. Congratulations!

A Rose by any Other Name...
by bdshort

Comment by kellie:
nice colors

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by MajorChaos:
nice shot. one of the better flower pics.

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by Annida:
Beautiful. I like the way the stem fades into darkness. The petal which looks like it is framing the rest of the rose is unique too. Well done. 10 -Annida

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by sher:
beautiful photo...love that color and the contrast against the background!

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by kate12303:
I love the contrast of red and black. Such good detail. One of my favs.

A Rose by any Other Name...
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Comment by bod:
Nice shot. Great lighting and detail.