Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by PhantomEWO:
Becky, outstanding, your collection of Indian heritage from your Dad makes great subjects, well presented and artfully photographed!

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by Bear_Music:
Great! You did very well, and I'm glad!

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by 777STAN:
Looks like a wonderful example of Native American artwork, and nicely rendered, too, I might add!

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by Bear_Music:
Kind of overdid it witht he title; it's sort of offputting int he way it tries to steer me to your way of thinking, when I could easily get there on my own. The lighting's a little harsh as well, but the composition is strong, the colors are pure, the subject is interesting, and you should do pretty well :-)

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Comment by SandyP:
I love this photo. The richness of those earthtone colors -- and the simple composition. Just Beautiful.

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by StephE:
Very pretty.

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by ShutterPug:
I really like the composition here as well as the colors and textures. Nice leading lines througout.

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Comment by LucidLotus:
Excellent rich colors and fantastic details. I love how all the grains play against one another. This would make a great print in my estimation. I think there is zen to be found here, despite all of the areas of interest. I like the focus though I wish it were enough to get the entire leaf in the front as well just so the details of it were in play. I like the earthy colors and the water droplets definitely add something to the image. I would suggest cropping about a half inch off the top though, right about where the stem to those helicopter leaf things is. That leaves enough of a space above that it wouldn't look cramped, yet removes what I see as distracting that lighter portion where the bench ends. It also still keeps the screw visible which I think is a nice touch. I gave a 7 and added as a favorite.

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by rjkstesch

Comment by Elaine:
I like the texture of the wood and the overall feeling of this shot.

Bits of Thread and Beads, Pieces of Leather and Feathers: Beaded Macaw Fan
by rjkstesch

Comment by howzit:
excellent clarity. I love these colors on the black background.