Anita's Photoblog
Little White Flowers
Posted by Anita (West Nottingham, United States) on 4 January 2009 in Plant & Nature.
Taken at Longwood Gardens Conservatory a week ago.
I wish the centers were sharper.
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@GJC: Thank you so much!
@JamesC: Thank you, James.
@MOHAMMAD: I'm glad you like it.
Betty from New Jersey, United States
They are just beautiful against that dark green background! A treat for the eyes with all the gray lately!
4 Jan 2009 10:47am
@Betty: Betty:
Thanks! I'm sorry you have been having grey days. We've had about 4 sunny days in a row, and I'm so happy!
Anita
Sue from Paducah, United States
I noticed your comment about wishing the centers were a little sharper. I like the image just as it is. There is a graceful softness about the image that evokes a peaceful, soothing mood.
4 Jan 2009 10:50am
@Sue: Thank you, Sue, for your thoughts on this image.
@António Pires: Thanks for the comment! Yes, I did use a tripod. When I started out with digital photography, I hated using tripods. Now, I almost never take a picture without one!
Marcie from United States
A sight for eyes that are quickly growing tired of endless snow!!! Simply beautiful!!!!
4 Jan 2009 11:52am
@Kerri: Thanks. Indeed--I, too, am longing for spring. I've started compiling my list of plants to put in this year.
:-)
john4jack from Corvallis, United States
Lovely. Wonderful composition. Very much like a painting.
4 Jan 2009 1:33pm
Chris from South Jersey, United States
I really like the composition, the shape formed by the flowers is very interesting (almost looks like a 7)....
4 Jan 2009 2:03pm
@Chris: Thanks, Chris. It was the shape of the flower arrangement that attracted me.
@Khorshid.~: Thank you.
@zecarlos: I'm glad you like it. Thank you for visiting.
Matthew from Spokane, United States
It looks like a 7! nice composition, and another great photo of flowers!
4 Jan 2009 10:09pm
@Matthew: It does, doesn't it? Thank you for your comment.
Frida from Sweden
Beautiful sight for sore eyes :-) I cant wait for spring and summer.
4 Jan 2009 10:57pm
@Frida: It seems we all are eager for spring! (except those in the southern hemisphere.)
Laurie from New Jersey, United States
Those are so beautiful. This is a gorgeous shot. Love the composition.
5 Jan 2009 5:53am
@Laurie: Thank you, Laurie!
Ronnie 2¢ from London, United Kingdom
I agree with Sue that this image of such gentle flowers benefits from the softness. A fine addition to your Longwood portfolio.
5 Jan 2009 5:00pm
David R. Ross from United States
So, it's a great composition (I also love the "7"); you've succeeded in conveying an overall softness; I enjoy the three dimensional feel, the sense of my eye being drawn into the depths behind; the petals are sharp and distinct; it's a striking photo. Is it possible to achieve all that and also get the effect you want with the centers? Perhaps the tech folk out there can tell us. Or maybe that just wasn't to be for this opportunity. Until you find it, this one works very nicely for me.
7 Jan 2009 5:03pm
Kathryn from Warburton, Australia
is see a questionmark actually! haha. This is such a strong image due to its composition and rich tones! very nice!
9 Jan 2009 10:27pm
Konica Minolta MAXXUM 5D
1/20 second
F/11.0
ISO 400
150 mm (35mm equiv.)