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Au Balcon

© Nikki McDonald

Au Balcon

Uploaded: January 16, 2011

Description

Today's balcony, like my pigeon and window ledge day before yesterday, is in Pézenas, France (at least I assume the pigeon is still there). I just ordered a large print (20x24) on double weight matboard to put in a simple black frame -- hope it looks good. Less than a week ago I was asked if I could prepare a number of pieces for display in some offices in town and this is the favorite of the business owner.
Category: Catch-All

Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 33333/1000000 seconds, Flash: fired, auto mode, ISO: 64,64, FocalLength: 9.20 mm, Model: KODAK P712 ZOOM DIGITAL CAMERA

Comments

Karen Slagle January 16, 2011

I think this is gorgeous, Nikki. I think the black frame would be perfect. #1344587

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic January 16, 2011

I can see why this is his favorite, Nikki. Beautiful lines nd subtle colors. Gorgeous. #9165874

Jessica Jenney January 16, 2011

Beautiful and charming capture, Nikki! Congratulations! I'm sure it will be enjoyed! #9165910

Nikki McDonald level-classic January 16, 2011

Thank you Karen, Mary Beth and Jessica. Yes, I'm very excited, Jessica. I am looking forward to retirement from teaching at the end of this school year and have been wanting to find some outlets for my photography (read: an excuse to travel more to find more ops to work on :) ). Looking ahead to that, I created a web site over Christmas vacation (nmcdonaldphotos.com). I was able to show my work to the owners (a husband and wife team) through the site so apparently my investment of money and especially time is already paying off. I appreciate your encouragement. #9165929

Monnie Ryan January 16, 2011

Haven't seen the rest, but I sure can see why this one's a favorite, Nikki! And congratulations on having your beautiful work featured! #9165934

John Rivera level-classic January 16, 2011

Beautifully captured!
Congratulations! #9166011

Stephanie Frey January 16, 2011

Congratulations, Nikki! I think the black frame would be perfect, too. #9166119

David Phalen January 16, 2011

Congratulations!! Your client has excellent taste!! The comp, tones, textures and details are outstanding!! It should look great with a black frame.

Stopped by your website...It's wonderful and should be a great sales tool. #9166217

Mitch Spence level-classic January 16, 2011

I can see why it would appeal. It's a lovely still life, with arrangement, elements, textures, and light all calming and yet involving. #9166297

Mike Clime January 16, 2011

I can see why it's a favorite. Wonderful comp, light and textures, Nikki! #9166385

Rolando Rosito January 16, 2011

Great image Nikki! #9166458

Patrick Rouzes level-classic January 16, 2011

Super exciting news Nikki! I am thrilled for you! This is absolutely exceptional in each &every way. I know it will be a big hit with your customers! A Huge Congratulations, my friend! Feel it will be a hit with the judges also! #9166520

Karen Engelbreth January 16, 2011

Wonderful image Nikki.... #9166583

Thomas E. Hinds January 16, 2011

This is absolutely a beautiful image and I'm sure it will look just great in that black frame! Really a fine piece of work in every way, Nikki! WTG! #9166839

Rona L. Schwarz January 16, 2011

Superb image, Nikki, I really love it! Incredible textures and tones, detail, marvelous colors and a wonderful still-life composition. This should look smashing in a black frame! I am so excited for you as you embark on this new phase of your photography career. Congratulations! #9167051

Michelle Alton January 17, 2011

This is really superb work, as always, Nikki, The light on this balcony is extraordinary. #9167316

Melinda F. Schneider level-classic January 17, 2011

Very special! #9167589

Patti Coblentz January 17, 2011

Great still life, Nikki...the colors, shapes, and textures are beautiful...it will look super on the wall...how exciting! I wonder if a distressed black frame would work, then again, that might be too much. Definitely matt black though, IMHO :) Very exciting! #9167848

Tamara K. Walker level-classic January 17, 2011

This has a little bit of everything. #9168187

Karen Celella January 17, 2011

I'm so thrilled for you Nikki! Your new gallery is beautiful and I wish you the very best of success!
I also came here to say how wonderful this image is, but got so excited about so many of your other fabulous images! You go girl!! #9168294

Julianne Bradford January 17, 2011

Congratulations Nikki, I am so happy for you. This image has incredible colors and textures! #9168464

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 17, 2011

Nicely seen Nikki. Wishing you much success with your new adventures!! #9168467

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas level-classic January 17, 2011

Lovely image Nikki!, Congratulations!,
Amalia #9168833

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