Comment from Cherie Awbrey Steele
Absolutely stunning. The shades of blue and white compliment the green. Love the highlights. The composition is outstanding.

 Comment Written 21-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 07-Sep-2014

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from jo-cal
the contrast of the serene water, and the barbed effect leaves are stunning, the flash
of light gives depth to the picture, a great work, I am in awe.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2014

Thank you so very much for the lovely review, and a Happy New Year.

Comment from wratne
Looks so unreal . Like a drawing. It is an effect that make this more captivating. The way the light is manipulated is excellent. Subject is sharp and clear and in the same time, ghost like.

 Comment Written 26-Oct-2013

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reply by the author on 28-Oct-2013

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from rkstata
This is gorgeous. I love the colors and how they appear to shimmer. The clarity is great. Congratulations on winning the contest!

 Comment Written 11-Aug-2013

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reply by the author on 12-Aug-2013

Thank you very much for the lovely review and for the congratulations.

Comment from IMAGELOVER
Very good editing technique. Vivid tonal value and well composed. The reflection centers my interest and manifests this image to professional quality. Fine work here.

 Comment Written 03-Jul-2013

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reply by the author on 06-Jul-2013

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from cbascue
Wow, this shot is awesome! So sharp it really makes the frosted thistle looking menacing. Great framing and composition. A Great capture!

 Comment Written 26-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 28-Jun-2013

Thank you very much for the lovely review and for the very generous rating

Comment from Radstyle
Annie, Annie! I haven't been here for ages and this is one of the images that makes me think, you silly girl, you have so much to learn here! This is amazing. I love the sea holly (that's the name) so much, it makes and amazing photo subject. Your toning is fantastic here, and I don't even need to talk about the technical quality of your shot.

 Comment Written 15-Jun-2013

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reply by the author on 15-Jun-2013

Thank you so very much for the lovely review and the generous rating.

Comment from lgnedilsky
Spectacular!

Definitely a winner!
Love the colors, the creativity.. the contrasting lights and darks, the way the light plays against the background.. everything!

 Comment Written 28-May-2013

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reply by the author on 30-May-2013

Thank you very much for the lovely review

Comment from samandlancelot
Annie,

I love the clarity in your picture, the single flower, and the reflection in the water. Congratulations on your contest win.

Patricia

 Comment Written 25-May-2013

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reply by the author on 28-May-2013

Thank you very much for the lovely review and for the very generous rating.

Comment from dongood
Love the lighting the thistle seems to be illuminated like a bulb which tends to draw you in to the picture

 Comment Written 24-May-2013

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reply by the author on 25-May-2013

Thank you so very much for the lovely review and for the generous rating.