Comment from Mark Lovegrove
This image "The Promice ll" reminds me of a strawberry. Naturally vibrant looking colours, texture and clarity with a beautiful background bokeh. Good luck in the contest and thanks for sharing :-)

 Comment Written 19-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2024

Thanks, Mark.

Comment from orchidrn
A lovely entry into this contest showing this Dahlia bud getting ready to open. Focus and clarity are wonderful, I can feel the expectation. Good entry

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 19-Aug-2024

Thank you so much.

Comment from Ray Gordon
Your beautiful flowers keep on coming. I grow dahlias, i find them so enjoyable. You caught this one before it completes the process of opening and with a drop on its petal. The best of luck in the contest. Ray

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thanks, Sweet Ray. Your reviews is inspiring.

-Nieves-

reply by Ray Gordon on 18-Aug-2024

You are welcome Nieves. Ray

Comment from Kathy Banich
Skillfully executed with optimal camera settings and placed ideally / centered in the frame to lock the viewers' attention. Depth of field is stellar and provides ample detail and sharpness throughout the dahlia, while creating a soft natural bokeh backdrop. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thank you, Kathy, for this sweet review.

-Soulfeeder-

Comment from suffolkbrian
This is a good one for the contest apart from its just needed to be a tad sharper around its edges in this,its got good dof so maybe you could tweak it a bit online...Brian

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 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thank you so much.

reply by suffolkbrian on 18-Aug-2024

you are welcome

Comment from Lynnmarie2
The dew drop on the bottom is a really nice touch. The colors and details are spot on as is the focus and presentation. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thanks, Lynn. Love this review.

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A very beautiful picture of the red Dahlia bud with a single raindrop on a petal tip in the bottom right, standing out in sharp focus from the blurred green background. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thank you once again. Have a great Sunday, dear.

-Nieves-

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
The vibrant colours in this image bring the flower to life, creating a visually striking composition.The close-up shot reveals the intricate details of the flower, showcasing its natural beauty. Lovely shot. Good luck!

 Comment Written 18-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 18-Aug-2024

Thank you so much for this fine review.

Comment from allanoak
What an exceptional close up of a dahlia bud. I like the sharp detail and the exceptional bokeh behind the bud.

The colors are vibrant suggesting a very healthy flower. The water drop is a nice touch for sure.

Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 16-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Aug-2024

Thanks, Allan. Appreciate this review.

Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn
A very lovely visual presented here of this flower ready to show off its stunning petals. Composition shades tones and background highlights your subject perfectly. Well done!

 Comment Written 16-Aug-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Aug-2024

Thank you, Maureeen.