Comment from supergold
what a strange looking cactus: never seen this species before; good framing and lighting, but what a pity that the focus is much too soft;

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Fred yes I think focus may have been impacted by wine tasting best reds a real hidden gem this winery ;-)

Comment from Lilibug6
This is very nice! I love how there are s many different kinds to see! The focus is very good! The color is nice! The lighting and presentation are very nice! Well done and thanks for sharing! Lilibug6

 Comment Written 27-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Lori I appreciate your positive feedback :-)

reply by Lilibug6 on 28-Aug-2015

You are very welcome! Lori

Comment from Howard M
Nicely done....Would not want to fall in that direction either ...... Ouch Ouch Ouch..... thorny
little devil for sure ;) Amazing colors and good impact visual impression....Good POV
Nicely Framed Way to go.....

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Howard, much appreciate your positive feedback. :) Mary (My husband fell into a cacti shortly after we were married and spent 3-4 hours in hospital with nurses getting the spikes out from his back and other areas - not great for him.)

reply by Howard M on 27-Aug-2015

Wow that would definitely not be a lot of fun *Yipes*
:P

Comment from Jairos
The composition is Great, good close-up, the frame and b/g great, the problem here is a bit tad soft focus, is my opinion only, good effort, Jairos

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Jairos, I appreciate your feedback. Yes winery tasting may have impacted on focus a little LOL

Comment from dalebraatz
Wonderful first impression, Very nice details and textures, good composition and nice background helps the image stand out. Thank you for sharing. dale

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Dale I appreciate your positive feedback. :) Mary

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice gorgeous lovely shot.Beautiful nature scene.Succulent cacti,green and thrones,flowers are gorgeous and great.Very Nice nature scene.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks so much, your positive feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from ChuckWaxman
Ouch! Nice capture. Love the different colors and the lighting is great. Nice composition, framing, focus and DOF. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks so much Chuck, your positive feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Impressive capture! An interesting initial impact. Harmonious colors. I would consider enhancing the color contrast & saturation to bring out the lovely details, features & textures!
Nice perspective & narrow DOF. Excellent lighting, focusing & framing. Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 26-Aug-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Aug-2015

Thanks Dick, your support and positive feedback is very much appreciated. :) Mary