Comment from gardnes13
Really great landscape shot. Love all the colors, especially as they are reflecting in the water. The composition and lighting are really great. Looks so peaceful there!

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a loit

Comment from dalebraatz
A wonderful flower image with beautiful colors and details and textures captured twice with the reflection, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, and good luck in the contest, dale

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thannks so much again Dale

reply by dalebraatz on 10-May-2018

Your welcome

Comment from Linda Wetzel
Oh, I like the reflections in the pond in this piece. It gives a fiery burst of color amongst all the greenery. The color combinations found in nature are superb and you captured them in a splendid manner.

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a lot Linda

reply by Linda Wetzel on 10-May-2018

You are most welcome.

Comment from csimmons032
This seems like such a beautiful place. I like how those colorful flowers reflect onto the lily pond. I like how Monet just created his own little world for him to paint. You captured this beautiful pond on what seems like a sunny day perfectly. Your focus, framing, and lighting are all great. Thanks for sharing this with us. :)

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a lot Chanler

Comment from alaskapat
What a beautiful view! The colors are spectacular both on the actual flowers and bushes and in the reflections on the lily pond ! Well focused, clear image, well handled exposure, the colors are natural and so very beautiful together! The branch in left fore doesn't bother me, however you may get advise to remove it, for me it shows your perspective as you shot! This is a pleasure to view!

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a lot Pat for your nice comments

Comment from ArtistCarl
What a lovely photograph. Even with all the complex visual interest points and exchanges of colors it still retains a feeling of tranquility. Nice "my cup running over" composition. Reasons for my five star vote.

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

many thanks carl

Comment from Monica Morrell
Is this what heaven looks like? This is a gorgeous photo. Cyber SIX! Wonderful colors and harmonious image. I love it. Such a magical place. Absolutely stunning. A place I would love to visit. Your photo is nicely framed. Great detail and focus. Wonderful lighting and clarity. Nicely done. A pleasure to view.

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a lot Monica for your lovely comments

Comment from shoregrass
Wow, this is a plethora of color! I love the mix of both color and greens in the garden. The reflection is super and holds the colors perfectly. Great lighting and clarity do the trick here. Very well done and a joy to view and review.

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks so much ed

reply by shoregrass on 10-May-2018

Welcome

Comment from ArtistCharles
Good shot that captures the color and beauty of this location. The colors seem very natural. The reflection is well seen. I actually like the colors better in the reflection. I would clone out the silhouetted leaves in the lower left corner, they are a distraction and add nothing to the shot. Well seen.

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

many thanks

Comment from Sange
Beautiful rainbow of blossoming colors here Fred! Lovely view with the pretty water reflections.
Fine focus, crisp details and nice exposure. I would only Suggest you clone out the silhouette leaves reaching in on bottom left.
Nice work :)

 Comment Written 10-May-2018

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reply by the author on 10-May-2018

thanks a lot Sandra