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Comment by LindaLee:
Well, the background color really threw me; it almost hurts my eyes, but I do like the way you composed the shot. The pod, though, is very interesting. I've never seen anything like it, and wish there were more detail - more of a macro shot I guess. It certainly fits the username!

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Comment by Melethia:
Good interpretation of the username. A bit of color noise in the background distracts, but I like the sort of "alien" feel to the seedpod.

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Comment by jblaylockrayner:
For macros sharpness is the key and this is let down by it.

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Comment by amandalore:
nice photo, the only thing I'd point out is that it seems like your camera focused on the leaf to the left side instead of the bud coming out of the water. I love the DOF and the composition - aside from the basic editing rules, you might play around with selective blurring or dodging and burning and different coloring techniques. very nice first entry

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Comment by SandyP:
Annie Yayyyy!!! You did GOOD for your first jump into the voting pool! I am so excited to see how awesome you are going to do here. Your style and execution are VERY DPC friendly!

Congratulations on a QUITE respectable first showing, Sister!

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Comment by kje83:
it's been confirmed that the aliens have landed...

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Comment by TheresaA:
Annie -this is just beautiful!! I Love the silkiness of the water, the reflectiion of the lotus, the rich colors(the pink is so so pretty) and how crystal clear and in focus this is.
Not a bad score for your first entry!! You did GREAT!!

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Comment by Bud:
cool, abstract, enticing.

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Comment by Dantzr:
Now this is what a still life should be! I love the silkiness of the water as well as the mirror-like reflection. This photo was very well done as far as focal clarity, depth of field and balance. If anything...I think maybe I might have liked the blossom to have been a bigger part of the photograph... but I have been accused of being strange before! :) Good shot (8)

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Comment by Rino63:
mmm with levels adjustements you can obtain a better image. this is a bit "cold" and a bit dark.