Comment from Neilnap773
delicious presentation , very much like my recent "Tulip Rush" although my "Poppy Burst" resembles it more so !! Its a wonderful image with such sensitivity and softness in your work.Impressive and most enjoyable

 Comment Written 03-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review Neil, and of course also for the extra star.

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful picture of this open single Red Tulip with it's black markings at it's centre & it's pale yellow pistil. Artistic composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera & editing techniques & razor sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 02-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from ruthiedeeez
very pretty! I love the colors, they work well with this shot. The composition is nicely done giving us lots to look at. Having the flower a little off center making room for the swirls is a nice touch. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 01-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from momentsofjoy7351
Wonderful image, such joy in the movement around the bloom. Great highlight and shadows surrounding the wonderfully focused Tulip. Artistry perfection. Thanks for sharing this grand bloom.

 Comment Written 01-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from btowngirl
At first glance, this reminds me of a fine porcelain teacup, thanks the the swirl effect on the right! The view into the interior of the tulip with the black markings adds a distinctive note to the delicate colors of the work.

 Comment Written 01-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Looks like a yummy scoop of strawberry vanilla ice cream with a hollow center ready to be filled up with another flavor!

The intense summer heat distorts my imagination!

A visually soothing creation with fine features & velvety soft textures.
Just the right modification without overpowering the original image.

Sharply focused.
Nicely framed.
Well lit!

 Comment Written 01-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from GaliaG
very sweet, romantic and tender

love the pink/red warm colors, it is really suitable for the summer we are in

good lick with the contest and thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 01-May-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from MKFlood
hmm this is like AV Quality to me. wink. the angle of the shot of the colorful flower is great. nice touch with the background that blends well with the flower. the capture of the light is great. the clarity is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. creative approach and great job overall

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review

Comment from cleo85
This is an eye catching and creative creation. The adaptation of nature into art is intriguing. The yellow pistil and stamen on black draw our eyes into the tulip from where the wander over the laying petal to the outside. There our eyes are captured by the circular swirls before they are released to enjoy the full view and the harmony of colors.

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review Cleo.

reply by cleo85 on 19-May-2017

You're very welcome. :o)

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful image in luscious shades of pink. The view down the throat of the tulip is fantastic. The background is beautiful and it is very sharp. Best of luck in the contest. Looks like another winner to me.

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017

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reply by the author on 19-May-2017

Thank you so very much for the lovely review Mike, and of course also for the extra star.