....PAPAVER Seed-Pod
Once it has lost it's petals30 total reviews
Comment from Melyuki
Hi Deb, I just love this unique and fantastic shot of a poppy seed pod.. fabulous exposure and such excellent clarity show its individual make up perfectly.. and of course ,the angle used offers the best of viewing to really study each individual section of the pod.. In my crazy imagination, my mind's eye sees that velvety crimson top as resembling a starfish.. yes, a little lost in its placement , away from the sea, but nonetheless, ever so stunning on top of this amazing pod... giving an outstanding display and visual appeal. That contrasting blue green pod beneath tells me it is the storage bowl for so many natural wonders that eventually shall aid in the production of new and upcoming generations of poppies. the black vertical lines on this vessel are an interesting inclusion as those few remaining seeds slowly peel away from the central dish to pop into the earth below. The seeds themselves on their slender stems appear as if they are doing a dance.. celebrating their freedom to disperse into nature's field beneath them. 10,000 odds seeds hoping to rebirth ... in your garden... oh what a joyful scene that would make.. Love the green hue used as a background. the brightness that slowly dissipates as it draws to the outermost border of the picture, creates a most complimentary and eye appealing backdrop to make the pod pop... Love the slight blurred effect on the top section of the picture.. adds to the mystifying appeal of this joyous seed pod. I wonder if that crimson velvety hood has a sticky nature... to attract insects .. Appreciate your informative notes to accompany this delightful seed pod .. excellent clarity allows the mind to really appreciate the intricacy of this fine specimen. Such a pleasure to share your photo Deborah .. a wonderful eye opener to the structure of the ever so pretty poppy plant.. much fun and a great joy to review.. smiles from mel
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2018
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Hi Deb, I just love this unique and fantastic shot of a poppy seed pod.. fabulous exposure and such excellent clarity show its individual make up perfectly.. and of course ,the angle used offers the best of viewing to really study each individual section of the pod.. In my crazy imagination, my mind's eye sees that velvety crimson top as resembling a starfish.. yes, a little lost in its placement , away from the sea, but nonetheless, ever so stunning on top of this amazing pod... giving an outstanding display and visual appeal. That contrasting blue green pod beneath tells me it is the storage bowl for so many natural wonders that eventually shall aid in the production of new and upcoming generations of poppies. the black vertical lines on this vessel are an interesting inclusion as those few remaining seeds slowly peel away from the central dish to pop into the earth below. The seeds themselves on their slender stems appear as if they are doing a dance.. celebrating their freedom to disperse into nature's field beneath them. 10,000 odds seeds hoping to rebirth ... in your garden... oh what a joyful scene that would make.. Love the green hue used as a background. the brightness that slowly dissipates as it draws to the outermost border of the picture, creates a most complimentary and eye appealing backdrop to make the pod pop... Love the slight blurred effect on the top section of the picture.. adds to the mystifying appeal of this joyous seed pod. I wonder if that crimson velvety hood has a sticky nature... to attract insects .. Appreciate your informative notes to accompany this delightful seed pod .. excellent clarity allows the mind to really appreciate the intricacy of this fine specimen. Such a pleasure to share your photo Deborah .. a wonderful eye opener to the structure of the ever so pretty poppy plant.. much fun and a great joy to review.. smiles from mel
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2018
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My power went out yesterday Mel (it was like a cyclone here) so I am just seeing your beautiful review here. You are just a doll Melyuki! btw, that velvety hood is not sticky.....the seed pod drops all those seeds so it doesn't need to trap insects to do it's work for it...but very perceptive of you! Anyway Mel...thank you so so much for having such a good look and writing another just really delightful review then topping it off w/ a shiny gold star!!! I appreciate it as much as I appreciate the care you put into your reviews!
Deborah
Comment from Stringbean
Oh my......this is a stunning capture. Worthy of a six star.....wish I had an extra star for you. So spectacular are your artists notes and your perspective and up close shot of this exquisite PAPAVER Seed-Pod. Your focus, lighting, clarity and contrast are beautifully captured. Your choice of aperture and diffused backdrop compliments your photography. Outstanding work and the most beautiful of flowers. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Oh my......this is a stunning capture. Worthy of a six star.....wish I had an extra star for you. So spectacular are your artists notes and your perspective and up close shot of this exquisite PAPAVER Seed-Pod. Your focus, lighting, clarity and contrast are beautifully captured. Your choice of aperture and diffused backdrop compliments your photography. Outstanding work and the most beautiful of flowers. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Not to worry Mary Lynn. That is a wonderful review you've given my new piece and I do really appreciate THAT. Thank you so much.
Deborah
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You are so welcome....beautiful work Deborah!
Mary Lynn
Comment from GaliaG
interesting flower and excellent notes about it
good supporting blur background, good focus on the flower and details
the saturation looks a bit over done, but not enough to take from the rate
thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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interesting flower and excellent notes about it
good supporting blur background, good focus on the flower and details
the saturation looks a bit over done, but not enough to take from the rate
thanks for sharing
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Pleased to hear that gg b/c did not in any way mess w/ the saturation of this piece. It is exactly as it was in situ (in my gardens) Thank you for a fine review for it and happy you enjoyed the included notes.
Deborah
Comment from supergold
a wonderful macro capture of this Papaver seed pod, nicely framed against a green bg with a darker vignette andwith outstanding sharp focus and as usual interesting notes;
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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a wonderful macro capture of this Papaver seed pod, nicely framed against a green bg with a darker vignette andwith outstanding sharp focus and as usual interesting notes;
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Much better than my messy, mud image Fred, yes??? lol Always appreciate your thoughts on one of my pieces.....especially appreciate you sharing a gold star w/ this one. Thank you so much....really pleased you liked this one.
Deborah
Comment from Jo Calderbank
A very interesting seed pod, thanks for the artist notes,
Your pin sharp focus highlights all the different elements and detail, the pod stands out clear against the blurred back ground with good light and natural colours.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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A very interesting seed pod, thanks for the artist notes,
Your pin sharp focus highlights all the different elements and detail, the pod stands out clear against the blurred back ground with good light and natural colours.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Thank you so much Jo for the very fine review you've given my new piece. Do really appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from Donna Ruiz
Wow! This is amazing. It looks like it should be from another planet. Your crisp focus and details are fantastic. The colors are divine. Your choice of background works so well. Love it, thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Wow! This is amazing. It looks like it should be from another planet. Your crisp focus and details are fantastic. The colors are divine. Your choice of background works so well. Love it, thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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LOL...it IS like a little alien at this stage Donna. Do really appreciate you checking out my new piece and thank you so much for sharing a gold star w/ it!! One of my favorite seed-pods.....very pleased you liked it as much as I do.
Deborah
Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Amazingly fa fabulous plant!
Interesting artist info notes!
So each brown thing has minute seeds inside, right?
Excellent choice of a rare subject.
I know that this has something to do with sleep when I first read the word somniferum in its scientific name...
Sharply focused.
Fine floral features & varied textures.
Backdrop color pops out the subject nicely.
Nice perspective & narrow DOF.
Can I have some seeds my friend as I'm having insomnia due to over reviewing! ;-))
Thanks for sharing...
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Amazingly fa fabulous plant!
Interesting artist info notes!
So each brown thing has minute seeds inside, right?
Excellent choice of a rare subject.
I know that this has something to do with sleep when I first read the word somniferum in its scientific name...
Sharply focused.
Fine floral features & varied textures.
Backdrop color pops out the subject nicely.
Nice perspective & narrow DOF.
Can I have some seeds my friend as I'm having insomnia due to over reviewing! ;-))
Thanks for sharing...
Comment Written 16-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Each little brown thing encircling the seed pod is a seed capsule Dick. There are thousands of seeds associated w/ each pod.....and the plant itself is not rare (I have them in four different beds) but they hybridize over the years....seeds would not help w/ sleep...lol Thank you for the very fine review. Do appreciate it.
Deborah
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Comment from Linda Wetzel
This is a superb macro shot of this interesting seed pod. I think they have as much beauty as the flowers from whence they come. I like the variety of colors and textures you captured in this composition as well as the angle.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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This is a superb macro shot of this interesting seed pod. I think they have as much beauty as the flowers from whence they come. I like the variety of colors and textures you captured in this composition as well as the angle.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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One of the very few flowers I grow that I prefer photographing AFTER it's blossomed Linda.....so have to agree w/ you there. Thank you so much for the really fine review. Do appreciate it.
Deborah
Comment from Nancy Montana
Very interesting color and shape You can see the stamens as well as the seed pod. I love uniqueness of the photo. It is in sharp focus. The green backdrop accents the colors of the PAPAVER. As always, it is fun to read facts about the item photoed.
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Very interesting color and shape You can see the stamens as well as the seed pod. I love uniqueness of the photo. It is in sharp focus. The green backdrop accents the colors of the PAPAVER. As always, it is fun to read facts about the item photoed.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018
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Glad you enjoyed the info. I included Nancy. Thank you so much for the fine review too. Do appreciate it.
Deborah
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You are most welcome.
Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful image. The tight framing is perfect and the image is remarkably sharp. Being colorblind, I rarely have the audacity to make a negative comment about colors, but from my perspective this background has to go. I don't know how but I would change the color.
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2018
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A beautiful image. The tight framing is perfect and the image is remarkably sharp. Being colorblind, I rarely have the audacity to make a negative comment about colors, but from my perspective this background has to go. I don't know how but I would change the color.
Comment Written 15-Apr-2018
reply by the author on 15-Apr-2018
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LOL.....This particular grouping sits in front of a bed of Daylilies MM....several of which have the most unnatural color green foliage I've ever seen (beautiful flowers though) THAT is what this green is and as I don't ever change backgrounds (or anything else for that matter) had to go w/ it. This season I may try photographing them from a slightly different spot. Thinking this color must have REALLY gotten to you if you're colorblind....lol Thank you so much for the really nice review- (minus background color that is)
Deborah