Initial thoughts Beautiful composition, meets the challenge, colors are stunning
Composition/ Content I feel like I can almost smell it we are so close. Focus, lighting and exposure are all super.
Background The shallow DOF works well here and the light green color works well as a background.
Camera Work - Technical Focus seems good and contrast is excellent. You've really got a killer shot. Some folks may want to see the entire flower but I think this is right on.
Digital Processing - Technical I'm trying to come up with something helpful here but basically you have an almost perfect technical shot IMHO.
Fits The Challenge Definitely fits the challenge well.
My Opinion On The Photo Super shot that probably deserves a ribbon. The quality of shots this week were incredible though. Great job, and keep up the good work.
I would be happy to talk further about this shot if you would like to contact me.
DougPaz
best flower shot I have seen so far this week. thats uber close.. great job and keeping the lighting and focus so perfect... I would like to see a crop with the whole flower to see which I like better
This is beautiful. Great exposure and lighting. Love the color combination. Very nice composition but the center of the flower is almost too centered IMO. Nice use of dof. 9