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Scilly Lilies

© Kate Jackson

Scilly Lilies

Uploaded: June 10, 2008

Description

When I posted this last month I thought it was the best floral I had ever taken. I guess I should be grateful to the editor for NOT picking it out as I went back to the drawing board and this time it looks sharper and retained more detail in the highlights.

Exif: F Number: 9, Exposure Bias Value: -1.33, ExposureTime: 1/320 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 200, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 70.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

Comments

Kate Jackson June 10, 2008

I have purposely made the stalks disappear into the black as I didn't like them going straight out of the picture as it drew your eyes down. Having said that on another monitor I can still see the green stalks. Any helpful critique would be appreciated as I shall certainly have another go with this if it doesn't get anywhere this time around. #939035

Tommy E. Burgess June 10, 2008

Beautiful capture Kate! Gorgeous lighting and wonderful comp. I think the judges miss some due to the sheer number of entrees. It's a wonderful capture. #6041309

Dr. Harmeet Singh June 10, 2008

Gorgeous.. #6041313

Barbara Waldoch June 10, 2008

I can't see much of the stalks on my computer.
Beautiful capture, Kate! #6041401

Paul E. Earl June 10, 2008

Well I can see why you would be proud about it. It is a beauty. Let's hope it get noticed this time. #6041405

Jim Huffield June 10, 2008

Gorgeous composition, Kate. Jim #6041426

Susie Peek-Swint June 10, 2008

I think they are lovely as it Kate ~ a good idea to 'fade out' the stalks.. hope the judges pick up on it this time ~ good luck! #6041436

William C. Raco level-classic June 10, 2008

This is beautiful, Kate
The exposure is perfect.
The color, arrangement and contrasts are excellent
Very nice work #6041462

Colette M. Metcalf June 10, 2008

SOOO beautiful, Kate! #6041734

Mary E. Lake June 10, 2008

Kate, I love how you made the stalks disapear into the black. It is a beautiful image. I agree, this definately should get at least an EP!! Good luck, :-) #6041865

Dawn M. Schneider June 10, 2008

kate this is amazing. You should at least get an ep on this one. the lighting with the black background is stunning. #6042592

Marisol Pastor June 10, 2008

I thought the previous image was fantastic, and think the same here. #6043900

John Connolly June 10, 2008

I don't have any problem with the stalks, Kate! I would be very happy to produce an image of this quality! #6044162

Patrick Rouzes level-classic June 10, 2008

Well, you have doen a magnificent job with it, Kate!!! Spectacular lighting, detail, tones, clarity, b/g & presentation!!! Exceptional work on this,my friend!!! #6044987

Barbara Mason June 24, 2008

Well done Kate !!! Editor's Pick brought a smile to my face - Congratulations
A beautiful image Patrick has said it all #6100012

Mary E. Lake June 24, 2008

Congratulations Kate on your EFP!! :) #6100060

Vladan D. Djordjevic June 26, 2008

Terrific photo taken with a great lighting, super colors, contrast, details and composition. Well done! #6110877

Tamera S. Phillips June 29, 2008

Amazing lighting! Congrats on the EFP. I hope we see more of this stunning floral image. #6122595

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