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American Pride

© Kate Jackson

American Pride

Uploaded: December 19, 2005

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Throughout our trip to the States we were constantly aware of how proud everyone was to fly the flag. It is quite rare to see the Union Jack in the UK. And the only time we see the English flag of St George is when there is a football world cup.
We saw the eagle at the National Eagle Centre in Wabasha, Minnesota. He was attached to his keeper's hand and glove. The idea I had in my head was a good reason for me to finally try using layers in photoshop and this is my first attempt.

Comments

Margaret Sikora December 19, 2005

Beautiful Kate,and he looks so regal. #361401

Jill Odice level-classic December 19, 2005

Very patritic looking and it would make a great shot for the White House :-) #2198860

Jenny Bosmans December 19, 2005

Fantastic PoV and super composition, Kate!! Very well done!! #2198900

Bonnie C. Lackey level-classic December 19, 2005

What a great tribute to our sense of patriotism! Thank you! Your eagle is magnificent and you presentation is so very special. #2198941

Donald K. Cherry December 19, 2005

Pretty image and great tribute, Kate! Also, nice work with the layering! #2198959

Richard W. Wyeth December 19, 2005

Nice work Kate, neat layering. Well Done!


Being English I would have to say, perhaps another look would reveal that there are very many of us that fly St. Georges Cross, as we are very proud, as you are of your flag. We don't often fly the Union Jack as you rightly point out, but then why would I, an Englishman, want a flag with a scottish element to it? And for the Scottish vice versa. As I am always keen to point out to all, I am English not British. So you see we are very proud!

Continue your great work! #2199000

Kate Jackson December 19, 2005

Thanks so much everyone for your comments. Richard, nice to meet you! Maybe it is just around here in Essex we do not see any English flags unless, as I say there is an Enlish team football match when they are everywhere. The only other time I see one is on church towers on St George's Day. Also I disagree about the Union Jack. I do happen to be proud that we are joined with Scotland and Wales and think we make a great team even though some Scottish and Welsh people might disagree. #2199094

Rakesh Syal level-classic December 19, 2005

Award winner in my opinion, Kate!!! #2199354

Cathy Gregor December 19, 2005

Beautifully done, Kate!!! #2199441

Adilson F. Ferreira level-classic December 19, 2005

Terrific composition and wonderful details Kate!!! #2199498

Pat Gamwell December 19, 2005

SUPERBLY created & presented, Kate! This is the most incredible macro I have seen in a long time! The details are magnificent, colors are rich & vibrant, crop is outstanding! Continue your excellent work with layering...you really have the eye & talent to continue creating wonderful works of art. THANK YOU for honoring us with your tribute! #2199666

Mary N C. Taitt December 19, 2005

WOW!!! You sure did a great job on your first attempt, Kate! The macro of the eagle is fanastic and very detailed! And I love the way you layered it with the flags! Mary :-) #2199830

Goshka G. December 19, 2005

This is really superbly done, Kate, and it's hard to believe this was your first attempt at layering!! WTG #2200224

Kaye Burazin December 19, 2005

Wow Kate, most impressive. The macro of the eagle is superb and if this is your first attempt and vision of layering an image you certainly have a in born talent.Your vision and execution are outstanding. A winner for sure and on your first attempt!!! #2200246

Joy Rector December 19, 2005

fantastic! #2200250

Janine Russell level-deluxe December 19, 2005

Kate, excellent colors, detail and Photoshop work. September 11th seems to have made a huge difference in the quantity of flags seen flying here in the US. #2200858

William C. Raco level-classic December 19, 2005

Wonderful photo, Kate!
Full of color and pride.
Beautifully done!

Bill #2200951

Terry L. Ellis level-classic December 19, 2005

Wow, Kate, wonderful first try! This is very well done! Great patriotic feel! Very intesting story in this thread. #2201025

Jamil Saliba December 19, 2005

WOW this is great !!! wonderful Trebute with a real capture of a beautiful bird , excellent on this Kate #2201113

Mary N C. Taitt December 19, 2005

The eye is great on this, I think it's a winner. #2201299

Darryl Wilkinson December 19, 2005

Fantastic capture, creation and presentation, Kate! WOW!!! Winner in my book!!! #2201319

Donna Roberts December 20, 2005

WOW - this image just POPS right off the screen.
The colouring and detail is outstanding Kate - very, very well done!
:-) ddu

#2202140

Joe Terni December 20, 2005

Fantastic Kate.The Eagle is just so clear.What a job you have done as well with the layering.A wonderful capture and presentation.WOW! #2202660

Bridgette B December 20, 2005

WOW!! Great image, Kate! #2204701

Susie Peek-Swint December 20, 2005

Wonderful capture and ps work Kate ~ great idea to put this together!
susie #2204968

December 20, 2005

Wow! This is absolutely beautiful Kate, I just love it!

#2207360

Tammy Scott December 21, 2005

WOWOW! This is AWESOME! Very patriotic! #2208242

Alisha L. Ekstrom December 21, 2005

WOW Kate...THIS IS SUPERB!!! LOVE IT! Great work on your first time with layers!!! SPLENDID!!! #2208922

Corinne M. Thompson December 21, 2005

Kate...I don't know how I let this one slip by me. It's fantastic! I love it! :) You did a great job with your first try. #2209567

Alison Greenwood December 24, 2005

Superb work Kate! :o) #2221025

Paul E. Earl December 30, 2005

This is a very powerful image Kate!! A winner I would think. I'm sure you have stirred the patriotism in many an Americans heart with this image.
We too, here in Australia, tend not to fly the flag as much. #2236075

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 03, 2006

Outstanding work!!!!! Absolutely cool!! #2249977

Lori Carlson January 21, 2006

This is really beautiful Kate!! Wonderful work! Salute! :0) Love that eye and your vision too! :0) #2320600

Kate Jackson January 22, 2006

Thanks so much Lori and everybody! #2322395

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