In and Around Balboa Park Week 6 - Allex
by Ann

Comment by mitalapo:
that faint green at the background is just awesome.

In and Around Balboa Park Week 6 - Allex
by Ann

Comment by BeckyT:
This is absolutely a beautiful portrait. Makes me smile looking at it.

In and Around Balboa Park Week 6 - Allex
by Ann

Comment by MacDonald:
One would think that with the bright colors of her shirt that would be the first thing I noticed - but I was totally drawn in by her eyes - if people read my comments they know that my mind always goes to a story and in this photo I am wondering how she achieved such peace - as if she is remembering times that have brought her to this place. She has the same deep set eyes my mother had (I was robbed) and that might be contributing to the feeling of warmth and peace I am feeling. Thank you

In and Around Balboa Park Week 6 - Allex
by Ann

Comment by Dennisheckman:
The lens seems to have a very nice softness wide open. It's funny you say the focus speed is terrible, I hardly ever use auto focus lenses anymore. Even if I have one on the camera, I usually shut off the AF.

In and Around Balboa Park Week 6 - Allex
by Ann

Comment by nam:
The depth of field is excellent - that very soft background really sets the subject off. Nice colors and a warm, approachable expression.

City
by Ann

Comment by hahn23:
Very beautiful. Amazing place.

Stare
by Ann

Comment by HarveyG:
Crystal clear eyes and excellent engagement. Umbrella's in the catchlight seemed out of place.

Stare
by Ann

Comment by Garry:
Very nicely lit -- great detail in the whiskers and eyes. Wish the DoF was a little deeper, but that's just personal preference.

Stare
by Ann

Comment by MaryO:
Great DOF on this one. I love those whiskers. A bit jagged when viewed too closely, so I'll just sit back for this one.

In and Around Balboa Park Week 5 - Orchid
by Ann

Comment by nam:
Gorgeous orchids - I love the rich, bright color.