.....PM Papaver
PAPAVER orientale (aka- 'Oriental Poppy')27 total reviews
Comment from nature rules
This is a perfect capture of this poppy bud just beginning to open. I would love to see a Poppy that large... 6" across.. And the brief life of this bloom is certainly a shame....as they are full of character in their paper petals and long stems..
You have chosen vivid colors in this composition. And it certainly was the initial impact for me to stop and take a look at this.. Personally I would back out of the saturation and vividness to find the detail that you have captured in the filaments of the seed pod. You have done a fine job with them.... but your brightness of light and color are over shadowing them.. Which is your choice and probably many others.. Excellent framing...black bg works perfectly... Beautiful!
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2018
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This is a perfect capture of this poppy bud just beginning to open. I would love to see a Poppy that large... 6" across.. And the brief life of this bloom is certainly a shame....as they are full of character in their paper petals and long stems..
You have chosen vivid colors in this composition. And it certainly was the initial impact for me to stop and take a look at this.. Personally I would back out of the saturation and vividness to find the detail that you have captured in the filaments of the seed pod. You have done a fine job with them.... but your brightness of light and color are over shadowing them.. Which is your choice and probably many others.. Excellent framing...black bg works perfectly... Beautiful!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2018
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Appreciate your honesty and suggestions Becky. I know we occasionally disagree on color. Has got to be the flashlight light that is bothering you here though....this is truly the color. As I mentioned in methods section I cropped and sharpened this- just a bit for both. There was no removal of anything and no uptick on saturation. I suppose I could remove some color but that's something I rarely do. My edit program, for one thing is not up to any sort of 'fine tuning' I'm afraid. As I said though I always read your suggestions very carefully and appreciate your honesty w/ this piece. Thank you for having a look.
Deborah
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You are most welcome, Deb.. It looks sharper today...perhaps my pc screen is different as I move it from place to place... ;D
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Had my satellite adjusted today Becky so am really friggen hoping this completely random access to the internet is over with. Just saw this today and I must have misunderstood your original review?? I thought it was the color you thought was a bit too much?? no?? Not to worry though....I'm behind and you may have not even remembered this review it's taken me so long to respond.
Comment from Monica Morrell
Wow! what a spectacular photo with no or very minor alterations. So clear and detailed. Displayed in a beautiful light. Great contrast and dynamics! This is in your garden? It must be a wondrous place! Wonderful colors displayed within the bud of this oriental poppy. Very nicely accomplished!
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Wow! what a spectacular photo with no or very minor alterations. So clear and detailed. Displayed in a beautiful light. Great contrast and dynamics! This is in your garden? It must be a wondrous place! Wonderful colors displayed within the bud of this oriental poppy. Very nicely accomplished!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Yes it is Monica....all my flower images are of flowers I grow in my gardens. I can happily combine my love of gardening and photography! Lucky Lady, yes?? lol I do appreciate the wonderful review you've given this piece. Thank you so much.
Deborah
Comment from momentsofjoy7351
Such intense strength in the focus on this one. Powerful detail over the bloom. Wonderful natural color with lighting perfection... fabulous highlight and shadow. I think I'm gonna look for a moment of light today myself!!! :-)) Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Such intense strength in the focus on this one. Powerful detail over the bloom. Wonderful natural color with lighting perfection... fabulous highlight and shadow. I think I'm gonna look for a moment of light today myself!!! :-)) Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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...and I do hope you find one Debi! Thank you so much for having a look at this one...and giving it such a fine review. I do appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
What a strange looking bud! A unique shot. Intriguing!You have framed it well. Light and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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What a strange looking bud! A unique shot. Intriguing!You have framed it well. Light and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 23-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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It IS one of the craziest looking pre-flowers at my place Seshadri. Thank you for checking it out...and giving it such a lovely review. Do really appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from bpellephoto
Ya know, it is probably a good thing you live were you do. Why, you ask? I doubt there are any neighbors within visual range of "Deb's Gardens of Eye Candy".
If you did have a neighbor within eye sight Just imagine how freaked out they would be seeing you, with your camera and a flashlight out in the garden in the middle of the night taking pictures.
I have a bed of these marvelous plants in our gardens back in NC. Now when I look at this fantastic take I am mentally kicking myself for not thinking of this myself.
The black background provides contrast that is off the scale.
The colors of the soon to unfold blossom are striking and give this piece its punch.
The camera technique cannot get any better b/c all of the fine hairs of the pod are sharp and clear.
I am not sure why, but the word 'Robust" keeps popping up in my brain.
Deb this shot is really good ... OMP
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Ya know, it is probably a good thing you live were you do. Why, you ask? I doubt there are any neighbors within visual range of "Deb's Gardens of Eye Candy".
If you did have a neighbor within eye sight Just imagine how freaked out they would be seeing you, with your camera and a flashlight out in the garden in the middle of the night taking pictures.
I have a bed of these marvelous plants in our gardens back in NC. Now when I look at this fantastic take I am mentally kicking myself for not thinking of this myself.
The black background provides contrast that is off the scale.
The colors of the soon to unfold blossom are striking and give this piece its punch.
The camera technique cannot get any better b/c all of the fine hairs of the pod are sharp and clear.
I am not sure why, but the word 'Robust" keeps popping up in my brain.
Deb this shot is really good ... OMP
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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"Deb's Gardens of Eye Candy". I absolutely LOVE that OMP! ....and you have figured me out. lol The closest neighbor is a little over a mile away so you are correct. I can traipse around my garden in the dark w/o freaking anyone out. Comanche adores it and the animals around here are, I'm sure, totally used to the crazy lady w/ the flashlights and camera who visits her flowers often after dark. ah it's a wonderful life, isn't it! The next time you are in NC- if the timing is right you'll have to do this. It is so cool to see that wonderful blossom simply unfold itself out of it's casing....and all those little hairs- even cooler. Anyway OMP you are just a doll for doing up such a wonderful review and I am flattered that you liked it enough to share a gold star w/ it. Thank you very very much.
Deborah
Comment from Lilibug6
This is very nice! It has great texture! The colors are very nice! The focus is very good! I like the dark background, it sets this off very nice! Great job and thanks for sharing! Lori
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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This is very nice! It has great texture! The colors are very nice! The focus is very good! I like the dark background, it sets this off very nice! Great job and thanks for sharing! Lori
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2018
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Thank you so much for having a look at this one Lori and I do really appreciate the fine review you've given it.
Deborah
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My pleasure! Lori
Comment from supergold
a cyber six deborah for this fantastic close up of the opening Papaver orientale flower bud; outstanding sharp details of the hairy green shell;
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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a cyber six deborah for this fantastic close up of the opening Papaver orientale flower bud; outstanding sharp details of the hairy green shell;
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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Why thank you so much Fred! That's a wonderful review from you and I do really appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from Stringbean
Wow! Beautifully done in the square format. This is a gorgeous shot.....with spot on sharp focus and good light handling revealing such incredible and interesting details on this 'Paper Poppy. Such a unique capture the intricate hairs and textures on the bud. Your colors are fantastic and the black background enhances your subject even more. Outstanding work and thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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Wow! Beautifully done in the square format. This is a gorgeous shot.....with spot on sharp focus and good light handling revealing such incredible and interesting details on this 'Paper Poppy. Such a unique capture the intricate hairs and textures on the bud. Your colors are fantastic and the black background enhances your subject even more. Outstanding work and thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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Thank you so much Mary Lynn. Always appreciate the thoroughness of your reviews.
Deborah
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You are more than welcome Deborah!
Mary Lynn
Comment from Jo Calderbank
Wow amazing detail here on this papaver bud, the light is perfect to highlight all the tiny hairs on the bud, nice saturated but natural colours,
Pin sharp focus and clarity, the bud really pops against the black back ground. An eye catching image, thanks for the interesting notes.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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Wow amazing detail here on this papaver bud, the light is perfect to highlight all the tiny hairs on the bud, nice saturated but natural colours,
Pin sharp focus and clarity, the bud really pops against the black back ground. An eye catching image, thanks for the interesting notes.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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So glad you enjoyed the notes Jo. Thank you for that.....and for the lovely review too. I do appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from iPhone7
What a cool shot BB. Is this one the "World famous BB Flashlight Between the Knees" images? I bet it is. What a dramatic and eye capturing image BB. The colors are just 'knock your eyes out' rich. You must lead a charmed life BB because I had a six left to give this beauty. Damn you lucked out somehow ; )
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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What a cool shot BB. Is this one the "World famous BB Flashlight Between the Knees" images? I bet it is. What a dramatic and eye capturing image BB. The colors are just 'knock your eyes out' rich. You must lead a charmed life BB because I had a six left to give this beauty. Damn you lucked out somehow ; )
Comment Written 21-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2018
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LOL....it IS one of those "World famous BB Flashlight Between the Knees" images" .....and a little one strapped to my forehead so I can see where I'm going. THIS was a real surprise....and a REAL treat BB. Charmed life is right....lol and I sincerely thank you for sharing one of your gold stars w/ this piece. Thank you soooo very much! Now....must be time for a toddy on the beach, yes???
BB
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Yup. (internet finally started working) I found my Favorite Rum in a little store the other day. Amazing! So here's one (well actually two) to YOU BB ~ BB
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cheers then BB....twice! lol