Reviews from

Touch of Lavender

Mixed Media orchid, butterflies and hummingbird

14 total reviews 
Comment from MKFlood


oh wow..i thought only my Funnie Flowers can fly but i stand corrected..lol. this is so cool. the blend of the colors is awesome. the blend of images is excellent. the depth is excellent. the shading is great. the presentation is well balanced and very eye appealing to the viewer. sadly im fresh out of 6's. oh btw i just posted another "MKFLOOD Project" video that is spotlighting fellow FAR member Brendaartwork18. check it out when you get the chance. wink. you did awesome on this. (thumbs up)

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 08-Nov-2022
    How soon they forget! Once upon a time I sent your flowers soaring into space to see a flower-works display( fireworks with flowers) The flower-works not only flew they exploded with color! LOL
    Thank you so much for all the lovely compliments, Mark! You may not have had a six, but I feel like I got one even if it's cyber! Knowing you think I'm talented means a LOT to me! I'll definitely look at your new video.
    ....Would you mind taking a look at the "Spider Witch Queen" I posted here? When you were looking for images for the "Witch's Ball" she was one of the images I sent you. She was meant to be a welcome poster for the guests coming to the ball. I made some improvements on her when I posted her here. If you decide you want to use her for the video I want to make sure you get the newer version. I had to draw a face for her since the dress was on a headless mannequin. Love to know what you think of her because I am not a traditional artist! Thanks! :o) Nancy
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


This is an unusual, albeit beautiful-looking, presentation of the beautiful world of nature. It is always nice to see alternate approaches. The colours speak here. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 09-Nov-2022
    Hi Sesha, I definitely try to be creative! :o) Thanks for the great review! :o) Nancy
Comment from Jodi Kay


I really love the detail in the veins of this beautiful flower. The colors really make this stand out and really compliment each other. Very lovely piece!

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 08-Nov-2022
    Hi Jodi, Thank you so much for the lovely review! I'm so glad you enjoyed! :o) Nancy
Comment from supergold


a good close up of these Phalaenopsis amabilis hybrids taken with a nice sophisticated background and very sharp details;....................

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 08-Nov-2022
    Hi Super, I love your saying that this image has a sophisticated background, Thank you for the wonderful review! :o) Nancy
Comment from Ray Gordon


I love orchids, I think they are one of the most beautiful flowers in existence. So many varieties, forms and colors and are appreciated by most. So Nancy, You have taken all these orchids and arranged them it what I will refer them as, an untethered flotilla, along with the birds and butterflies in a sea of soft blue. You show only one full faced orchid, but as you know that is enough, the rest are all the same. You used the repetition of colors and veins in the petals to reinforce attention. The petals are of complimentary colors green and pink and included magenta and purple hues. You used your magic with blurring, topaz, highlighted edges and it works very well and it is beautiful. My compliments to the artist. Ray

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 08-Nov-2022
    Hi Ray, I love your idea of the orchids being an untethered flotilla! :o)
    Thank you so much for all the wonderful compliments and six star review! I am honored beyond words!!! :o) Nancy
reply by Ray Gordon on 08-Nov-2022
    You have the uncanny ability to make things look the best they can, I appreciate that. Ray
Comment from Way West


An amazing artwork Nancy! The details of the orchids are so well defined and pretty and the light colors make them seem so delicate against the dark blue background. The hummingbirds and butterflies add a fun whimsical feeling that makes this special. A lot of work with excellent and appealing results!
Jodi ~

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2022
    Hi Jodi, It always makes me happy when something I create makes someone smile. Thank you so much for the lovely compliments along with the 6 stars! I am incredibly honored! :o) Nancy
Comment from bpellephoto


I see the whimsical side of the orchid in this amusing and well crafted mixed media.

The orchids seem alive and are beckoning the birds and butterflies to come closer.

Great use of a limited color palette. The detail of the orchid petals is in super high relief.

I think you got everything you where after with this one ... Bob

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2022
    Hi Bob, When you can make someone's imagination create a story with their mind's eye it creates the best feeling ever for the creator. I love the story your imagination created when you saw this. Thank you for the wonderful review! :o) Nancy
Comment from Charlotte Morse


Gosh, the way you create designs combining both photography and art is very impressive, I wouldn't know where to begin!
The detail in the orchid, with all the veins splaying out is great.
I'm impressed.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2022
    Hi Charlotte, Using different filters can create lovely effects. I never know where I'm going when I start a project or what the end result will be. I just look for something I like. Thank you for the great review! :o) Helvi
reply by Charlotte Morse on 08-Nov-2022
    You?re very welcome. I wouldn?t even know where to start!
Comment from Jewell McChesney


Absolutely stunning imagery, Nancy! Orchids are such a delicate and lovely flower to capture. As so many others are! But your lavender Accents are a very nice touch!

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2022
    Hi Jewell, Thanks My friend for the lovely review! I am honored! :o) Nancy
Comment from Shadow catcher


This is so very pretty! The orchid seems to glow and i like the touches of pink. The hummingbirds are a lovely touch,they, along with the butterflies balance out your composition and add additional interest. A gorgeous and impressive creation, Nancy !

 Comment Written 06-Nov-2022


reply by the author on 07-Nov-2022
    Hi LeeAnne, When someone you admire likes what you do to the extent you did... the smile factor is HUGE!!! I'm thrilled you enjoyed this! Thank you so much LeeAnne for the awesome review! :o) Nancy
reply by Shadow catcher on 08-Nov-2022
    Thank you so much, Nancy, I am very flattered! I just find your creations so beautiful and artistic; wish I could watch you do one, it would be so interesting!