Comment from PrairieBee
this photograph is like a glimpse of a fun summer day with no work and no worries.
I could just look at this and dream and remember the beautiful days of childhood.
Thank You for giving us this lovely piece to admire!

 Comment Written 15-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind review! :o)
I apologize for my belated reply caused by illness.

Comment from eileen0204
wow, this image is so dynamic. Is there a little too bright in the petals? maybe, but it only works FOR this image and not against it.

Your subtle bokeh is also so nicely done.

Colors are so lovely and done with a spirited hand.

Great piece.

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 13-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging comments.:o)
I apologize for my belated reply caused by illness.

reply by eileen0204 on 14-Apr-2018

you are so welcomed!

reply by the author on 14-Apr-2018

:o)

Comment from AHRowell
I love how the light plays off the back petals giving them a translucency. I like how you captured the detail on the top of the stem. Beautifully simple yet elegant!

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging review.

Comment from Jairos
Great visual impact, nice angle of the shot, good exposure and awesome Bokeh, the soft colors and contrast are Great, very well done, best of luck on the contest, Jairos

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging review and your kind wishes.

Comment from Monica Morrell
Beautiful photo! Amazing clarity and detail. Beautiful color and light. Very well displayed. I can almost smell the fragrant aroma. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you! I appreciate your kind comments very much.

Comment from Mr Jones
very nice picture indeed. great in the way you have shown the bloom and with the light spots in the background. awesome photo and showcasing the beauty of nature.

 Comment Written 14-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging comments.

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Gorgeous bloom in dramatic backlighting...
Centered framing with nice bokeh backdrop effects.
Fine floral features & soft textures.

Subdued lighting.
Most winners here are those entries with human subjects frolicking under the scorching heat of the sun.
But who know voters change their views...
Best of luck in the contest!
Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Your review and your luck wishes are very much appreciated. Thank you.

Comment from cakemp55
Lovely image of this pretty pink flower that is back lit. I always like bokeh backgrounds when shot in the light, it gives a sort of magical feel. Nicely composed and focused.

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you, I appreciate your encouraging review very much.

Comment from Lilibug6
This is lovely! The angle of the shot is great! The lighting is very nice! I like the bokeh in the background! The colors are great! This is a very nice entry for the contest! Best of luck to you! Lori

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you! I appreciate your encouraging review and your kind wishes.

reply by Lilibug6 on 14-Jan-2018

My pleasure! Lori

Comment from Sange
Need no name here! Good to see you posting again!
Love the Bokeh, the lone Zinnia lit up by the sun, the soft pink color and the fine simplicity of this beauty.
A few petals are a tad bright...but this is a fine Capture showing beauty in back lighting naturally.
;)

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 14-Jan-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging review!