Comment from CorbyLinda
Wow. I thought this was a photograph enhanced digitally but now I see this is art. Amazing it looks just like the real thing. The colours are perfectly done. Such detail. Unbelievable yet believable in every way. You get a six from me because this is amazing. I love the background as well it just makes the flower pop.

Thank you so much for sharing this piece.

 Comment Written 13-May-2018

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reply by the author on 14-May-2018

Thanks so much, Linda!!

Comment from Linda Wetzel
This is a lovely flower from this tree. You have really captured the lavender hues of the petals as well as the lovely pinks in the light reflections. The veining at the throat is perfect as are the stamens. Your hint of leaves in the background are the perfect surround to your vibrant pinks.

 Comment Written 13-May-2018

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reply by the author on 14-May-2018

Thank you, Linda.

reply by Linda Wetzel on 14-May-2018

My pleasure.

Comment from dalebraatz
Wow the details and textures you have created in the flowers , all done with great colors, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, and good luck in the contest, dale

 Comment Written 13-May-2018

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reply by the author on 14-May-2018

Thank you, Dale.

reply by dalebraatz on 14-May-2018

Your welcome

Comment from ArtistCharles
Lovely colors in this piece. I like the zoom effect in the background. I don't know that I have seen that type of stamen on an orchid before but it makes for a nice picture. The details in the petals is very nice. well created.

 Comment Written 13-May-2018

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reply by the author on 14-May-2018

Thank you, Charles, this one is a tree, that's why it looks different.

Comment from GaliaG
A very realistic and well done paint, love the details and the color

excellent technique, creativity and initial impact

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 13-May-2018

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reply by the author on 14-May-2018

Thanks, Galia, it's still a "painting", not a "paint" :))