Comment from karen zima
Extremely clever and unique entry for the contest. The colors are bright and sassy. The composition is very interesting especially the way the red flower flows off the canvas. The yellow stands out against the muted background colors. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind and encouraging review. :o)
I apologize for my late reply!

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
A virtual 6 for color, charm, clarity & overall impact!

An impressive digital artwork rendition.

Colorful creation with excellent strokes & textures.

Good compositional style. Great overall impact!

Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 01-Feb-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind review and the virtual 6. :o)
I apologize for my late reply.

reply by Dick Lee Shia on 07-Apr-2018

That's okay...no problem, Cleo...

reply by the author on 08-Apr-2018

Thank you! :o)

Comment from Mr Jones
soo beautiful and eyecatching. loving these bug vs flower art. it is indeed the key to life and wonderful nature aspects, explored. he is a nice little fellow enjoying the aphids and being in a wonderful cycle. the natural world makes the best designs and with your captured burst of colour.

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful comments. :o)
I apologize for my late reply!

Comment from alaskapat
Very vivid and colorful work ! What a great looking bug ! This is very well created and very enjoyable to view! This pop of color would brighten anyone's day ! Thank you for sharing, it was a pleasure to view!

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging comments. :o)
I apologize for my late reply caused by complications after medical treatment.

Comment from Minnie Kaye
I love all these beautiful and bright colors.

Your little bug is so cute.

Such pretty flowers.

Great painting look.

Nice piece, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind review. :o)
I apologize for my late reply caused by complications after medical treatment.

reply by Minnie Kaye on 07-Apr-2018

You're welcome. Payers for you are feeling better.

reply by the author on 08-Apr-2018

Thank you very much! :o)

Comment from AHRowell
Presentation and visual impact are dramatic. Love the bold colors in this beautiful piece. Shading and highlight are nice. Palette knife adds good texture to this piece. Great entry for the insect contest! Good luck and thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Your encouraging review is very much appreciated. :o)
I apologize for my late reply, caused by complication after medical treatment.

reply by AHRowell on 08-Apr-2018

I?m so sorry to hear that. Hope you are much better!

reply by the author on 12-Apr-2018

Thanks for asking. I feel fine now. :o)

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
A strong image with bright colours! Lovely digital work! You have framed it well. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good luck!

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your encouraging review. :o)
Again, I apologize for my late reply!

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful picture of this Flower Bug that closely resembles a Fire Beetle busy on the Mexican Milk Weed blossom in it's search for aphids. Beautiful composition framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and encouraging review. :o)
Again, I apologize for my late reply.

Comment from GaliaG
Excellent colors combination, technique and initial impact

good composition and presentation

good creativity

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your kind review.
Again, I apologize for my late reply.

Comment from suzannethompson2
Love the colours you used in this beautiful digital art creation Cleo and excellent choice for the contest. Also, thank you for your informative notes with this. I like the design with the other flowers foliage fading into the background. Lovely composition. Good luck in the contest. Suzanne

 Comment Written 31-Jan-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Apr-2018

Thank you very much for your through and encouraging review. :o)
Again, I apologize for my late reply!