Comment from Sange
It reminds me of sea anemone under the sea.
Great capture, fine details, great low key style of Lighting with nice details and colors.
Framing is a bit tight..but still think it's a fine photo.
:)

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

thanks so much Sandra;
yes, I wanted a good view of the seed pod that I posted before

Comment from jesuel
That's just cool the color is great the detail is great excellent depth and I love how you shot it off center it is perfectly balanced beautiful work here

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Mar-2018

many thanks again

Comment from nikman
Yes, it does seem to be a very complex bloom! Your full composition allows us an enjoyable view of it. Exposure and sharpness are good. Well taken!

 Comment Written 19-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 19-Mar-2018

many thanks nik

Comment from Envision
These really are interesting flowers with so many great health benefits and uses. I like that you included two stages of the flower inside the frame. The colors and details are very nice.

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks so much again

Comment from eileen0204
Nicely presented Fred with the mostly closed one to the side in shadow.

really lots of details here I am enjoying immensely!

Your colors are awesome and your catch divine!

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot Eileen for your nice comments

reply by eileen0204 on 18-Mar-2018

my pleasure fred

Comment from ArtistCharles
This is a very different lotus than I a used to seeing in the states. It is almost scary. Nice colors and detail in the shot. I like the shadow image in the background. Well seen.

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot Charles

Comment from alaskapat
Wow! This is so beautiful and interesting to view the intricate detail in this lotus flower revealing what is inside! Well photographed with perfect exposure , well focused allowing a clear view, beautiful colors and details! Very well presented!

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot pat

Comment from Monica Morrell
Gorgeous! Amazing detail and clarity. Great interest in the petals and how they come to life in all their magnificent magical glory. Great colors throughout. Nicely framed.
Great captured shot.

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot monica

Comment from Jairos
The composition and Colors are Great, very nice crispy focus and good exposure, nice tones, good visual impact, and frame, well done ,jairos

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

thanks a lot amigo for your comments and top rating

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful blossom and a great shot that shows the intricacy of the structures as well as the seed pod at the base. A fine composition with great colors.

 Comment Written 18-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 18-Mar-2018

many thanks again