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A Big Flower

© Melissa Olsen

A Big Flower

Uploaded: February 27, 2009

Description

In the spirit of Georgia O’Keeffe…here is a BIG zinnia, captured as big as I could get it.
“So I said to myself, I'll paint what I see-what the flower is to me but I'll paint it big and they will be surprised into taking the time to look at it-I will make even busy New Yorkers take time to see what I see of flowers.” ~Georgia O’Keeffe


Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/500 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 102.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT

Comments

Kathy L. Clark February 27, 2009

Well it looks lovely Melissa. Wonderful color, light and effects. #1090000

Monnie Ryan February 27, 2009

Bright, bold and beautiful, Melissa! #7221628

Nadya Johnson February 27, 2009

Stunning floral, Melissa! And I really like her quote! #7221706

Lynn M. Whitt February 27, 2009

beautiful color and effects... #7221744

Eivor Kuchta February 27, 2009

Thank you for all the flowers you are bringing to us! I like the dry brush effect. Have you heard we might get snow today? The flowers need some moisture, so they can grow. #7221803

Anita Hogue February 27, 2009

I do think we are both thinking spring! This is gorgeous, Melissa! #7221840

Linda D. Lester level-classic February 27, 2009

Beautiful!!!!!!!!! #7221903

Jessica Jenney February 27, 2009

We both have spring on our mind, Melissa! Gorgeous zinnia capture with such vibrant color, detail and effects! #7222017

Ron McEwan February 27, 2009

Well, I am surprised that someone is talking about Georgia O'Keeffe. Go way back where I posted a picture of an old wagon, that wagon is at the entrance to the Ghost Ranch, where Georgia hung out and got all of her inspiration. Did not stay long the temp was above a hundred that day and it was June. You have a great description and a lovely flower Melissa. It is well composed and full of color and cheer, great detail too. #7222040

Melissa G. Meiselman February 27, 2009

Eye catching flower with dazzling color, terrific lighting and great effects, Melissa!! I am a big fan of Georgia O'Keefe, too!! #7222139

Judy A. Lawhon February 27, 2009

Fantastic, Melissa. The full frame capture is superb, as is the color and effects.....well done!!
Great to talk to you last night!! #7222169

Debbra Bailey February 27, 2009

I love O'Keeffe, and I love your rendition :) Great effects! Your florals are really making me long for spring! #7222357

Sue Marshall February 27, 2009

It's big and gorgeous Melissa!!
I love the colour and effects! :-) #7222367

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict February 27, 2009

Lovely florals here, Melissa.


Dominick #7222374

Ray Clarke February 27, 2009

Lovely colourful beauty Melissa.!!!(R) #7222475

Jennifer L. Taranto February 27, 2009

excellent contrast between the bright orange & the deep green!! love the light!! love the effects too!! #7222590

Roxanne M. Bubar February 27, 2009

Stunning vivid colors and image. #7222892

Carol Sawyer February 27, 2009

Beautiful floral image, colors and effects, Melissa!! #7223282

Karen Engelbreth February 27, 2009

Wonderful color, capture and effect, Melissa.... #7223340

February 27, 2009

Beautiful capture and detail,Melissa! #7223601

William C. Raco level-classic February 27, 2009

Beautiful rich color and presentation
Very well done, Melissa #7223667

Sheila D. Robertson February 27, 2009

Your color here certainly caught my eye. Beautiful. #7223685

Gina Cormier February 27, 2009

I remember these flowers from when Iwas a kid. My mother always planted them. This one is beautiful with lovely color!! #7223855

David Phalen February 27, 2009

Love the color, effects and presentation in this beauty!! #7223931

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna February 27, 2009

Beautiful colors and effects, Melissa!!!!! :-) k #7224112

Ray Thoms February 28, 2009

Great colour,light and detail ! #7224644

Kathy Cline February 28, 2009

Good Morning Melissa...Im up early for California time. Im having jet lag over here on the west coast. Where are you finding all these killer flowers up there in winter Colorado? Butterflies and flowers everywhere so I want spring to sprung. ha ha Im loving your gallery! BEAUTIFUL Kathy #7225239

Jeana Clark February 28, 2009


This is so beautiful Melissa!!!
I Love Love Love your paint effects!!!
Beautiful color and comp Dear Friend!!

~J~ #7225901

Melissa Olsen March 01, 2009

Thanks so much everyone...you guys are the best! #7228550

Boyd L. Alexander March 02, 2009

Wonderful big image!! You really captured Georgia Okeeffe's style with a stunning image for us all to enjoy! #7232153

Melissa Olsen March 02, 2009

Thank you Boyd! #7232655

Susan M. Campbell March 02, 2009

So bold and beautiful. Ok, that's it. I am on a mission to find some flowers this coming weekend. Your gorgeous shot has inspired me. #7233851

Melissa Olsen March 02, 2009

Thanks you so much Susan for the laughter and the smile you have brought to my face today!!!
PS. God always knows when you need it the most :-) #7234599

Janet Daniel March 23, 2009

Gorgeous and vibrant floral, Melissa! Love the color! #7320575

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