Symbolic of Life
by karmat

Comment by cogerox:
So true. Too bad we can't pick the parts we like best and get rid of the rest. Just doesn't seen to work that way. I like the soft focus and muted tones (not unlike life).

Symbolic of Life
by karmat

Comment by KarenNfld:
I think this is lovely, B&W was a great choice.

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by phatphoto:
Very nice dof! I can't believe I'm missing out on my favorite season. :(

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by muckpond:
hey, bebby. nice bokeh. :)

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by patio127:
Wonderful bokeh ! The little splash of color really sets off the BG- nice !

A Butterfly
by karmat

Comment by PHOTOKID:
Nice vibrant color throughout the photo. great processing and lighting. Love the composition and placement of the butterfly in the frame

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by joynim:
Lovely :)

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by roz:
absolutely stunning .. beautiful colours .. excellent bokeh .. a perfect image in every way .. :)

A Friendship Begins
by karmat

Comment by citymars:
A boy and his dog -- classic! I think the b&w is a great choice here. Sweet expressions on both faces.

Fall Forerunner
by karmat

Comment by citymars:
Great shot. I really love the composition. I wish I could see some good autumn colors -- the leaves go straight from green to dead brown in NYC!

I don't know if you are interested in suggestions or criticism, but I feel the frame is too heavy for the photo. Maybe half the thickness would do, though that is surely a matter of personal taste. I also think the bokeh is interesting but a little grainy, and wonder if a mild denoising would add or detract? Just a couple of random thoughts (which I wouldn't bother with if I didn't really like the photo to begin with). :-)