Comment from helvi2
Hi Mary, I have seen white Lotus ,but this is the first pink one I've seen. Love the subtle shades of pink you captured on this Lotus. You have great exposure and clarity on this beautiful flower. I can see why it won the "Flower Contest". Congratulations on your first place win! :o) Nancy

 Comment Written 19-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020

Wow thanks so much Nancy appreciate your kind comments and high rating.

Comment from Contests

A contest winning entry! A seven star rating from the Contest Committee for posting the winning contest entry.

 Comment Written 17-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 17-Jan-2020

So very happy to receive this recognition :) Thanks Tom and Committee.

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A very beautiful picture of the soft pink Lotus blossom it's developing golden seed in the centre seen in the centre. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2020

Thanks Susan much appreciated 😀

Comment from Pamela Ruggiero
This sure is a beautiful flower. The image is so sharp that no matter how big I make it, the details come through loud and clear. That takes skill. Did you change the background at all? Maybe it is muted because of your camera settings. Great job. Thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2020

Thanks Pamela the background are the large leaves of the Lotus and I had set the Aperture to give the blurred background. :)

Comment from michiganmike
A beautiful lotus blossom that is shown in very fine colors. I like the texture in the petals and the very fine natural background. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks again Mike :)

Comment from Nature Rick
Beautiful photograph of a Lotus Flower. Good Dof, Nice detail, Natural colors and tones in the scene, Nice soft background bokeh. Overall, a Very Beautiful Photograph, well done!

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks very much Rick :) Mary

reply by Nature Rick on 06-Jan-2020

You're Very Welcome Mary!

Comment from cakemp55
A very beautiful capture Mary of this pink lotus flower. It looks like a painting.
Love the contrast of the pink, yellow and green. Excellent clarity in the petals and centre. Great light to allow such lovely viewing. Very nice central composition.

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks Chris appreciate your lovely feedback :)

Comment from cleo85
I am impressed by the sharp detail you captured. The flower has beautiful color. Your photo is perfect focused and exposed. The depth is immaculate. The shades of green in the background emphasize the Lotus remarkably. The framing is perfect. The composition is balanced.

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks Cleo and congratulations on your reviewer of month win 😊

reply by cleo85 on 06-Jan-2020

You're most welcome!
Thank you very much for your kind congrats. :o)

Comment from supergold
a great entry Mary to the flower photography contest with this outstanding close up capture of the lotus flower, one of my prefred flowers; I like the light pink color; excellent sharp details;

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks Fred appreciate your feedback ☺

Comment from alaskapat
This looks like something out of a fairytale, I like this angle allowing a good look at the shape and structure of the lotus flower, nice look at its pink toned petals and the yellow seed pod, it's a pretty green background offering a nice contrast to the pink tones. This is well focused, this image is clear, exposure is well managed, colors and tones are natural. Well composed and presented!
Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2020

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2020

Thanks Pat your feedback is appreciated ☺