White Peony
by Cantique

Comment by jpochard:
Beauty is a subjective thing, I know. In my scoring and comments I'm trying to score based on NOT whether or not I would think a particular subject beautiful, but on whether the photographer has succeeded in creating a beautiful photo. I look for the elements of color, lines, focus and dof interest, lighting, and a certain element of grace and lovlieness. I'm looking for a unique and creative appeal for the highest scorers. The description says to create a photo that makes the viewer think "that's beautiful", so it will undoubtedly be very subjective. (This is what I'm putting at the start of all of my comments, and I hope it is helpful.)

That being said, I really like peonies and this is lovely. It suffers in the challenge IMO from not being very unique or creative. It's a competent flower shot, but the straight on angle just doesn't make it special.

White Peony
by Cantique

Comment by buzzmom:
the texture you were able to capture here is gorgeous....mine are just stating to grow...i hope i get one this nice

White Peony
by Cantique

Comment by cmkstudio:
nice

I Love Bananas
by Cantique

Comment by lindaruthe:
this is very appealing, colorful and balanced.

Candle Light
by Cantique

Comment by Jutilda:
Nice shot.

Candle Light
by Cantique

Comment by DeniseBernadette:
Nice photo. Fits the challenge well.

Candle Light
by Cantique

Comment by tsheets:
Nice shadow play. I like the dark wood in this shot.

Candle Light
by Cantique

Comment by muggle_girl:
love the patterns and your concept. I wonder what it would have been like with the light a little less bright on the 2nd candle holder.

Candle Light
by Cantique

Comment by LouiseB:
Nice photo. I love the tones and the shadows.

Apple in Springtime
by Cantique

Comment by alexus1325:
I am hereby disappointed