Comment from PeglegDeb
I saw and liked this a LOT in the contest Grace and am happy to see it here to be reviewed.

They are one of the most stunning flowers aren't they! Something that unfortunately cannot survive the weather where I live. You have photographed this perfectly. Focus is spot on crisp...the detail is so well shown. I love the bit of sheen on the outer petals. Exposure couldn't be better.

Just a beautifully put together shot Grace. Well deserving of a win in that contest.

Deborah

 Comment Written 21-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Nov-2016

Thank you very much!

reply by PeglegDeb on 22-Nov-2016

My pleasure.

Comment from Anita colyer
Wonderful shot of the lotus flower. Beautiful colour very vibrant.
Great detail and focus.
Nice close up.good light.
Thank you so much for sharing.

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2016

Thank you very much!

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
A mild chiaroscuro effect.
Subtle illumination.
Fine details, features & textures.
Enigmatic.
Dramatic.
Escarlata--the midnight killer flower!
Subdued colors.
Muted hues.
Nice perspective & narrow DOF. Compact framing.
Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2016

Thank you very much!

Comment from Life is but a dream.
HOLY GUACAMOLE....you won, like duh?

This is superb and I hope you have this framed and hanging on your wall.

The crisp interior is lovely to study, the details are realistic. Your exposure is exact punching out this beauty.

I know as an artist you would love some constructive criticism at this time....I have nothing to say...hang it and enjoy.

Oh, I also love that you kept that background in place as so many photographers on this site obliterate or black out that vital photographic information.

Congrats.

 Comment Written 20-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 20-Nov-2016

You are very kind! Thank you very much for the encouraging review :)

Comment from dalebraatz
what a wonderful first impression. like the details and textures and depth you have captured in this purple flower. very pleasing to look at. Thank you for sharing. dale

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you for your nice comments!

Comment from momentsofjoy7351
Stunning! What a fantastic pull from your lighting into the frame. Awesome. Great color. Focus perfection. Fantastic shot... out of sixes :-((

Thanks for sharing!!!

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you very much and no worries about the six :) I'm out too, I know how that goes!

Comment from nikman
A very nice flower shot presented here! Your excellent central composition provides us with a fine look at the bloom which is certainly not lacking in purple! Its well exposed and sharp. Well done and good luck.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you very much! I appreciate your feedback :)

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful shot. Congratulations on your well deserved win. The colors are great and the composition is eye catching.

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you very much! :)

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice wonderful lovely shot.Beautiful nice nature scene.Presentation is great.The Lovely flower and petals,artistic color design and decoration,purple and another color occasion,center and all are gorgeous great and make a nice scene. B/g is very nice.Light and color balance are great.I like this talent perfect work.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.{Wish Your Win.}

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you very much!

Comment from shore1inspire.
congratulation's envision,
a great shot of the open
lotus flower as the color pops with the dark background. nice job
a pleasure to view. :-)
always,
ron

 Comment Written 19-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 19-Nov-2016

Thank you!

reply by shore1inspire. on 19-Nov-2016

your welcome. :-).
nice job.