Comment from supergold
a wonderful close up Mary of this pink lotus flower with a missing petal; excellent exposure and amazing sharp details;

 Comment Written 28-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2015

Thanks so much Fred, appreciate your encouraging feedback. :) Mary

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Yeah,Mary! : D
That fiercely wind blown look adds a wonderfully interesting aspect to this fine photo of a colorful Lotus blossom!
A very Good Show once again,my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

Thanks Sean, appreciate your comments as always :) Mary

reply by Sean T Phelan on 27-Dec-2015

You're very welcome,Mary!

Comment from michiganmike
A very nice shot. The colors are very good and the windblown look is particularly appropriate for a flower that appears to be missing some petals.

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

Thanks Mike, your feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Impressive capture!
An interesting initial impact.
Harmonious colors.
Nice perspective & narrow DOF.
Bright lighting.
Pin sharp focusing.
Compact framing.
Creative concept.
Innovative approach.
Imaginative presentation.
Thanks for sharing...
Congrats on your recent win!
A blissful New Year 2016!

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

Thanks for both your comments and congrats on 2nd place win. Was surprised to achieve that one but pretty stoked that I did. :) Mary

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice gorgeous lovely shot.Wonderful nice nature scene.Lovely flower,pink petals and yellow seed pot,green b/g,light and color balance are gorgeous great and make a nice scene.I like this talent work and scene.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

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

Comment from Lilibug6
This is very beautiful :) The focus is excellent! The colors are very nice! I like the angle you chose for this :) The lighting is very nice! Well done and thanks for sharing! Lilibug6

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

Thanks Lori glad you enjoyed viewing and appreciate your comments. :) Mary

reply by Lilibug6 on 27-Dec-2015

You are welcome! Lori

Comment from Joelgraphuchin
Initial impact: wow...what a crisp lotus. Love it!
Creativity of presentation: Like your angle and point of view in capturing this lotus. You get it's beauty
Color Harmony: eye-pleasing natural
Center of Interest: the image is sharp and clean. Great focus on it
Technical Excellence: good close up framing

Well done and thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2015

Thanks Joel, your encouraging comments are appreciated. :) Mary