Thistle
Alpine Sea Holly aka Alpine Thistle17 total reviews
Comment from Len Shood
A really nice shot of this thistle ... with free bees. The bees look like you've arranged them specifically for the photograph. Now that's talent !! Great shot.
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2025
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A really nice shot of this thistle ... with free bees. The bees look like you've arranged them specifically for the photograph. Now that's talent !! Great shot.
Comment Written 22-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2025
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I wish, LOL. I thought they looked like earrings. Thanks for taking the time to review.You know.I appreciate it. Aimee
Comment from helvi2
Hi Aimee, This is a very cool shot of the thistle. I not only like the flower, but he addition of the two bees that look like they're taking a nap! LOL Very cool and fun shot you captured. The flower is interesting by itself but the added bees make it even more so! Nice job and a great shot for the flower contest! :o) Nancy
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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Hi Aimee, This is a very cool shot of the thistle. I not only like the flower, but he addition of the two bees that look like they're taking a nap! LOL Very cool and fun shot you captured. The flower is interesting by itself but the added bees make it even more so! Nice job and a great shot for the flower contest! :o) Nancy
Comment Written 21-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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Thank you so much Nancy. I thought the bees looked like earrings on the flower...LOL.
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I like your interpretation too Aimee, of the bees as earrings! How cool is that! LOL
Comment from Photopeb
I like the shot. Nice colors.
You did very well with the blurred background. Love the colors with good story telling ability. I feel it does suffer a bit with the technique used. A bit under
exposed and could be a tad
sharper. Not real sure about the color balance, but it seems like it might be a little off. no deduction there however. All in all I think it a very lovely effort.
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reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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I like the shot. Nice colors.
You did very well with the blurred background. Love the colors with good story telling ability. I feel it does suffer a bit with the technique used. A bit under
exposed and could be a tad
sharper. Not real sure about the color balance, but it seems like it might be a little off. no deduction there however. All in all I think it a very lovely effort.
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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Thanks very much.
Comment from alaskapat
We had a member who grew thistle with the purple color and she actually sent me some of the seed heads, unfortunately I couldn't get them to grow.
I find the thistle to be fascinating because of its shape and structure.
Well captured with nice focus, this image is clear and your exposure is correct. Colors abd tones appear natural.
The two bees are a bonus, they each found their spot on each side of the center.
Well composed and presented! I
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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We had a member who grew thistle with the purple color and she actually sent me some of the seed heads, unfortunately I couldn't get them to grow.
I find the thistle to be fascinating because of its shape and structure.
Well captured with nice focus, this image is clear and your exposure is correct. Colors abd tones appear natural.
The two bees are a bonus, they each found their spot on each side of the center.
Well composed and presented! I
Comment Written 21-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2025
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Thanks very much Pat. Always appreciate your input.
Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Aimee,
A beautiful picture of the Sea Holly with two Buff-tail Bumblebees on it the light glisteing in their Gossamer wings & their deep yellow stripes contrasting with superb blue purple of the Sea Holly. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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Aimee,
A beautiful picture of the Sea Holly with two Buff-tail Bumblebees on it the light glisteing in their Gossamer wings & their deep yellow stripes contrasting with superb blue purple of the Sea Holly. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
Comment Written 08-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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Thank you so much Susan. Much appreciated.
Aimee
Comment from soulfeeder
Such a unique entry in this Flower Contest showcasing the blossom of the thistle in a different or latter stage. I love the prominent textures resulting from excellent focus and angle.
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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Such a unique entry in this Flower Contest showcasing the blossom of the thistle in a different or latter stage. I love the prominent textures resulting from excellent focus and angle.
Comment Written 08-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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Thanks very much Nieves.
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You are welcome.
Comment from MKFlood
interesting capture. the angle of the shot of this wild looking plant is great. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to viewer. good eye and great job overall
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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interesting capture. the angle of the shot of this wild looking plant is great. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to viewer. good eye and great job overall
Comment Written 08-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 08-Jul-2025
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Thanks very much Mark.
Comment from Phyllis Marconi
This photo is very nice, I love how you captured the bees working. Focus is very nice and the coloration of the background really makes the subjects pop.
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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This photo is very nice, I love how you captured the bees working. Focus is very nice and the coloration of the background really makes the subjects pop.
Comment Written 07-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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Thank you
Comment from orchidrn
A stunning capture of this Alpine Thistle. Focus and clarity are great showing the spiky leaves, and the colors are awesome. Also, we have two complimentary Bees to view.
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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A stunning capture of this Alpine Thistle. Focus and clarity are great showing the spiky leaves, and the colors are awesome. Also, we have two complimentary Bees to view.
Comment Written 07-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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Thank you so much for the high mark, I truly appreciate it.
Comment from Ray Gordon
Aimee, this is a beautiful capture of this Alpine thistle. It looks treacherous for those who get near it except for the bees, living it up. The colors are purple and steel blue and are sharp and distinct features. Excellent entry for the contest. Ray
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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Aimee, this is a beautiful capture of this Alpine thistle. It looks treacherous for those who get near it except for the bees, living it up. The colors are purple and steel blue and are sharp and distinct features. Excellent entry for the contest. Ray
Comment Written 07-Jul-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jul-2025
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Ray, thank you so much for the great review and high mark. You know I always appreciate your insight.