Comment from Donna Ruiz
A lovely story is certainly being told in this shot. It has the Monet feel to it for sure. Beautiful composition with great attention to the light that was available. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks a lot donna

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
An interesting picture of one of the Groundsmen/gardener standing at one end of his boat floating in the lily pond as he cleans out debris & unwanted plants with the Japanese bridge in the background & his reflection on the glistening surface of the pond that also reflects the bridge & the weeping Willows on it's banks. Artistic composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Good luck in the Contest
Susan

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

merci beaucoup

Comment from orchidrn
A very beautiful scene with all the colours and water like glass. Shouldn't be surprised I suppose it being Monet's garden! The lighting and clarity is excellent. Thank you for sharing this photo.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks so much

Comment from gardnes13
Beautiful serene shot of this lovely pond. A lot of interest and focal direction but certainly not overwhelming. The composition is great, as is the coloring and lighting. Great shot ... good luck in your contest!

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks so much

Comment from dalebraatz
A wonderful story telling composition, filled with reflections of colors and has great details and depth, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

many thanks dale

reply by dalebraatz on 07-May-2018

Your welcome

Comment from alaskapat
This is such a beautiful pond! Well photographed with good sharp focus, the image is clear to view, I like the lighting here and how is shows the light and shadows on the pond, the colors are beautiful and natural, the small boat with the worker, tells the story of how this pond is kept so beautiful and clean. Well presented! Best to you in the contest!

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks a lot Pat for your lovely comments

Comment from Raoul D'Harmental
Hi Anon

I see your patience was well rewarded! ;) Excellent shot and the reflection just make this perfect. I wish you all the best in the contest. Should do well! R

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks a lot Raoul for your nice comments and top rating, highly appreciated

Comment from Linda Wetzel
Ah, now I know what the boat was for in the previous post. I like the Japanese bridge and the wisteria in the background. The reflections in the water lead the eye to it. When one looks at such beauty one never thinks of having to clean the pond.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks a lot Linda

reply by Linda Wetzel on 07-May-2018

Always a pleasure.

Comment from ArtistCharles
Nice image. Amazing that they still do this by hand. Reflections add to the story. The wisteria in the background is magnificent. Good composition. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks so much Charles

Comment from iPhone7
A very peaceful and colorful scene. The photo does indeed tell a story as the worker goes about the business of pond maintenance. A very suitable entry for the contest. Best of luck in the voting ~ Steve

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 Comment Written 07-May-2018

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reply by the author on 07-May-2018

thanks a lot Steve for your nice comments