Comment from Barb Hornegisaspca
Excellent piece.
Dramatic, crisp, clear, mystical.'
Love the colors and the effect.
Very nicely done.
thoroughly enjoyed

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 23-Jan-2016

Thanks a lot Barb for yet another generous rating and for the lovely review.

Comment from EDBD1
Vibrant colors, but it is the bit of "ghosting" where the plant is not brightly lit, that makes this have depth as well as adding a nice touch..have to look very close to see it, but was pleasantly thrilled to find it! The beams add to the "spot light" effect so well, and by using different colors there, you have created a lovely piece. I also like the composition, and the way this is high lighted to make it pop off the screen.

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from suzannethompson2
This is beautiful, Annie. I like the sort of reflections from the lovely plant looking like rays of light coming from it. The dark background really sets it off well. Very imaginative creation. Suzanne

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from Paul G.
Annie, this is beautiful. I love the way you put the rays of light coming off the plant. The photograph of the plant is excellent. Your post processing takes this from a simple picture to a classic work of art. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Wow! A virtual 7 for clarity, colors, special effects & overall impact! Impressive mixed media rendition. Excellent colors & textures. Interesting modification. Great lighting & framing. Thanks for sharing!
Congratulations!
This is a flawless creation so nothing to be improved whatsoever.
Thanks!

 Comment Written 13-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from liseworks
I have not seen one of these in years. I think they are fascinating as well. Looks like all of the leaves are looking for food as they are all open. Great photo, lovely colour, great background and lighting to make it stand out. Really nice

 Comment Written 12-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from SirBentleyArt
I like the very dark background and the effects of the reflected leaves of the cactus. The photo is immediately captivating. Your lighting is just right and the overall composition is great. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 12-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from Sange
I think these plants are wicked cool.
Your lighting, focus, exposure/white balance are spot on here.
I especially love your creative artistic magical touch with layers and filters.
Fine work Cara! :)

 Comment Written 12-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

Thank you so very much for the lovely review Sunshine, and of course also for all the stars.

Comment from eileen0204
Annie, my first six I've given this week. (I don't give them lightly) But I find this piece simply stunning! You use lens effects in ways I can't even imagine. Your sharpness is unsurpassed for the flowers. Well done, my friend.

 Comment Written 12-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

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

Comment from emhcee
This is one very clear and well positioned image of this fascinating plant. The menace of the spikes is obvious to us but obviously the lure of the inner plant is irresistible to insects. I guess that a capture of an insect in one of the flowers would have just completed the storytelling! A pleasure to view. Mike

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 Comment Written 12-Jan-2016

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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2016

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