.....The 'Spider Mum'
CHRYSANTHEMUM in my Gardens34 total reviews
Comment from Sean T Phelan
Cool,Deb!
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This one's another really good looking Horticultural Image with some fascinating notes accompanying it!
An enjoyable image to view and another really 'Good Show',my friend!
~Sean
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Cool,Deb!
: )
This one's another really good looking Horticultural Image with some fascinating notes accompanying it!
An enjoyable image to view and another really 'Good Show',my friend!
~Sean
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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I got a kick outta the only-nobles-may grow bit! Imagine!! lol....thanks so much Sean for checking it out. I always appreciate your time reviewing my posts.
Deborah
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That's interesting,isn't it? The Imperial Japanese held chrysanthemums in very high regard too! I'm finding lots of weapons (especially WWII combat aircraft! ) named after one type of Mum or another! : )
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I wanted to include something about the Japanese love for the flower too but hate to overwhelm reviewers.
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fascinating about the WWII combat planes Sean. Imagine a pretty flower name used for fighter planes!
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It was a big Power Symbol to them I guess,Deb!
They probably thought that us naming fighter aircraft after things like wild horses was weird too! : )
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'I hear that',Deb! : )
I probably wasted a lot of effort with the notes I put together for my Halloween Contest drawing! BUT I enjoyed writing them so I guess it's 'all good' as the kids say!
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I always read and enjoy them Sean!
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: ) Thanks,Deb! I've always enjoyed detailed notes ( Your's are always great! ) but,as we've talked about before,some people here just can't be bothered even reading an image's title let alone the notes! : D
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well continue for people like you and me who DO read them.
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I certainly will,Deb! : )
Comment from Solway Lady
Lovely rendition of this flower. It has a lot of impact with the close crop and the lighting takes it to the next level with very good detail. Makes the flower that extra bit special.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Lovely rendition of this flower. It has a lot of impact with the close crop and the lighting takes it to the next level with very good detail. Makes the flower that extra bit special.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Thanks so much SL. Do appreciate your time checking out my post.
Deborah
Comment from woodblewitt
Yes I am familiar to the spider mums and I do prefer this part of family. This is a wonderful study of flower head in perfect angled placement boosting the structure and make-up with perfect light positioning.Focus is faultless to me. Very impressive.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Yes I am familiar to the spider mums and I do prefer this part of family. This is a wonderful study of flower head in perfect angled placement boosting the structure and make-up with perfect light positioning.Focus is faultless to me. Very impressive.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Thank you so much wbi for that exceptional review and, of course, for the extra sparkle you shared w/ my flower. I appreciate both very much!
Deborah
Comment from nature rules
A beautiful shot of one of my favorites to photograph. You have guided the light just where it belongs and your angle of this flower shows the petals and their density nicely. This is a flower just waiting to pose for pictures. You have a wonderful one here!
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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A beautiful shot of one of my favorites to photograph. You have guided the light just where it belongs and your angle of this flower shows the petals and their density nicely. This is a flower just waiting to pose for pictures. You have a wonderful one here!
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Thought of you immediately when I was writing the notes Becky ...I remembered your Fuji Mum post. An anniversary gift I believe?? I always say my flowers seem to jump to attention when I'm out there w/ my camera....you are so right...this one was absolutely posing for me wasn't it! Thank you so much for the marvelous review. I always appreciate you checking out my posts.
Deborah
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You are most welcome Deborah...
Comment from liseworks
This is really pretty and well done,,love the light showing the center,the shadow on the edges,,love the intricate view of each petal,,like an explosion of prettiness, fills up the whole page,,
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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This is really pretty and well done,,love the light showing the center,the shadow on the edges,,love the intricate view of each petal,,like an explosion of prettiness, fills up the whole page,,
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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lol...an 'explosion of prettiness' I LOVE it lise! Thanks so much for checking it out and giving it such a delightful review. I do appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from Neilnap773
wonderful chiaroscuro technique used in this composition and thank you for a very informative description of the flower itself..always beneficial to the viewer who knows very little about the flower itself and oh what a beauty it is..The lighter tones permeating from the darker depths of the flowers core are particularly inviting as they reach an explosion of light very much like that of a firework..very apt for this time of the year I would say..well done ..great pic,beautiful creativity
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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wonderful chiaroscuro technique used in this composition and thank you for a very informative description of the flower itself..always beneficial to the viewer who knows very little about the flower itself and oh what a beauty it is..The lighter tones permeating from the darker depths of the flowers core are particularly inviting as they reach an explosion of light very much like that of a firework..very apt for this time of the year I would say..well done ..great pic,beautiful creativity
Comment Written 31-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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love it Neil....an 'explosion of light' What a perfect way to put it. I certainly appreciate your in-depth review....and the gold star! Thank you so very much for both.
Deborah
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Your welcome
Love your work
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awww...that is very kind of you Neil. Thank you again.
Comment from Joelgraphuchin
An artistic presentation of chrysanthemum using light as a means for telling a story that is the identity of the flower.
Well done and thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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An artistic presentation of chrysanthemum using light as a means for telling a story that is the identity of the flower.
Well done and thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 30-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2016
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Thanks so much joel. Always appreciate your reviews of my posts.
Deborah
Comment from Mama Mia1
Didn't expect anything like this growing in the cold weather up there. I can appreciate the depth that you got out of this mum and the highlight that you gave it. It looks like a wondrous flower. Very beautiful indeed.
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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Didn't expect anything like this growing in the cold weather up there. I can appreciate the depth that you got out of this mum and the highlight that you gave it. It looks like a wondrous flower. Very beautiful indeed.
Comment Written 30-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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This was taken a month or so ago Mama-M. Believe me there is nothing growing in my gardens this time of year. Everything has been cut back, hauled off and mulched. Put to bed for the season so to speak...lol... Thanks so much for taking the time to check it out though. Do appreciate it.
Deborah
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Keep warm.
Comment from nikman
Clearly a gorgeous flower and beautiful photograph! Your teasing macro composition works very well in the way it goes from shade to light. Exposure and sharpness are very good. Great shot in my opinion!
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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Clearly a gorgeous flower and beautiful photograph! Your teasing macro composition works very well in the way it goes from shade to light. Exposure and sharpness are very good. Great shot in my opinion!
Comment Written 30-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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Well in my opinion nik....YOUR opinion works for me....lol. Seriously though I really do appreciate the wonderful review and the bonus sparkle! Thank you so very much.
Deborah
Comment from Photopeb
Nicely composed macro of this bloom. Pleasant highlights and shadows.
Good details and sharp focus. Nice visual and initial impact. Your lighting and exposure are very well controlled. Very good technique and high technical excellence.
Pleasure to view.
Congrats
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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Nicely composed macro of this bloom. Pleasant highlights and shadows.
Good details and sharp focus. Nice visual and initial impact. Your lighting and exposure are very well controlled. Very good technique and high technical excellence.
Pleasure to view.
Congrats
Comment Written 30-Oct-2016
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2016
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Thanks so much Pp for checking out my new post. I do appreciate it.
Deborah