Comment from Len Shood
A good shot. It's a real shame you cut the top off that petal as it's quite important for the composition. Tilting the camera up just a bit would have included it and changed the photograph. Exposure is good if a trifle bright (for my taste). Nicely done.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2019

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Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel
It is quiet a time I saw a post from you, glad you are here again
Great close up with perfect details of the flower center - clear and sharp in details with the perfect contrast and lighting - the quality of the shot is a 6 star but the cut petal above takes one point away as something is missing - the flower center is more then excellent - thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2019

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reply by Regina E.H-Ariel on 01-Oct-2019

very welcome

Comment from GaliaG
Nice capture of the orchid, but the yellow is too bright and the cut off pedal on the top distracts, you should have take a step back

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2019

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Comment from Kelly Kiley
wow!! what a wonderful picture for this contest!! love the yellow and the red in this flower.. the back ground is perfect!! you have a great eye!! best wishes in this contest!!!!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from Nature Rick
Beautiful photograph of san yellow Orchid. Great lighting on the subject, sharp focus, good depth of field, nice detail and well balanced photo in the frame. Overall, an excellent photograph, well done.

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from Lucas Sizov
I think this is a great shot! The shapes of the flowers are very interesting! Great composition and colors. High contrast. Excellent presentation! Beautiful! Best of luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful orchid. I like this tight view even though it clips off the top petal. The colors are beautiful and the detail in the blossom is excellent. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from nikman
A lovely entry into the competition posted here! Your fine, full and off-centre composition allows us an enjoyable view of your gorgeous bloom. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from Linda Wetzel
What a nice bright and sunny blossom. I love the speckled tongue and the way the center resembles a swimming duck. The clarity is perfect and the dark background adds good depth and dimension.

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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Comment from alaskapat
The orchid bells nags in a class all their own , I love the intricate center , this bright yellow color really pops . This is well focused, the image is clear, exposure is good, the color and tones appear natural. Well presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 29-Sep-2019

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