Comment from Linda Bickston
I was going to say that this looks like nuns, standing together at the alter. Then I read what you had written, and well, I was right. This is a beautiful picture. The black background really enhances the flowers.

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 09-Jan-2015

thanks so much again Linda

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi supergold!
This sure makes for a thrillingly lovely Flower Image,my friend!
I'm really enjoying te shaded lighting and the overall coloration of the piece!
~Sean

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

many thanks sean

Comment from Mollie213
How very beautiful.
I love the placement all on one side that gives you lots
of room to admire these
blooms.
The notes you wrote are so interesting, especially the fact that this flower does not bloom for the first 15 years.
You have a lot of patience to wait 14 years to bloom. I didn't know you were into
plants, but these are beauties.

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks a lot mollie

Comment from Eric watt
Am not much of a flower person but i love this mix of green whyte the centre flower does it for me its just a pity the flower not from corner to corner but thats no problem your focus and sharpness is good keep up the good work i want to more of this .

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks so much for your nice comments and top ratinhg;
have a look at my other pics;

reply by Eric watt on 13-Jan-2015

Will do when i catch up with a few outside jobs

Comment from photographybypamela
Beautiful flowers set against the dark background is wonderful. Great focus and framing. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks so much again

Comment from MarnaB
Elegant and dramatically set against the black background, this gem commands the attention of the viewer. What a thrill to see it bloom after fourteen years!. Your journalism is helpful and interesting. The green leaves are perfect frames for this euisite flower.

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks a lot marna

Comment from CDFisher
Absolutely gorgeous! Strong initial impact. I love the black background. Nice exposure on the white petals. Nicely contrasted with the dark green leaves. ~Carmen

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks a lot Carmen for your kind comments

Comment from fitzml
This is a very lovely flower and a very simple but elegant photo that shows it off wonderfully. Thank you for sharing!

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 08-Jan-2015

thanks a lot or your nice comments;
hope you'll like my other pics

Comment from Shamblen
A lovely image of a eautiful flower. Great description with amazing details. Perfect frame, color and light. Well done.

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2015

many thanks again

Comment from JIRINA
Not only is this a beautiful orchid, but an excellent photo. Clarity and details are amazing, the flower reminds me of a wedding bouquet. The colours are excellent with great lighting,.

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2015

thanks a lot jirina

reply by JIRINA on 07-Jan-2015

You are welcome. Jirina