Ricarda Dudek
About the Image(s)
This photo was taken at Longwood Gardens located near Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. The grounds are absolutely ripe for a budding photographer, especially during the holidays. I have had the pleasure of visiting Longwood Gardens and have never been disappointed. Although I love all that the garden has to offer, I am especially drawn to the lilies. I hope you enjoy the photo as much as I enjoy the beauty of the garden every time I visit.
5 comments posted
Overall, this is a very good image that captures the beauty and uniqueness of a water environment rich in vegetation. It creates visual interest and tells a story about nature.
Interesting composition that fills the frame and attracts the eye.
Soft and flattering lighting that emphasizes the colors and details.
Rich and vivid colors that create a pleasant visual sensation.
Unique and intriguing subject of lush aquatic vegetation.
Points for improvement:
- Depth of field: If the goal was to show all the leaves in full focus, a narrower aperture could have been used to increase the depth of field.
- Point of view: A slight change in the angle of the shot could have emphasized the structure or flowers even more.   Posted: 04/16/2025 10:21:19
Interesting composition that fills the frame and attracts the eye.
Soft and flattering lighting that emphasizes the colors and details.
Rich and vivid colors that create a pleasant visual sensation.
Unique and intriguing subject of lush aquatic vegetation.
Points for improvement:
- Depth of field: If the goal was to show all the leaves in full focus, a narrower aperture could have been used to increase the depth of field.
- Point of view: A slight change in the angle of the shot could have emphasized the structure or flowers even more.   Posted: 04/16/2025 10:21:19
Thank you Joseph for your comments on my photo. I especially like your suggestion to use a narrower aperture to enhance the depth of field.   Posted: 04/17/2025 14:07:11
This is a close-up nature photograph of giant water lilies floating on dark water. The round lilies with raised edges create a striking geometric pattern across the water surface. Small water lily leaves can be seen in the foreground, adding depth to the composition. The photographer has captured excellent details in the texture of the large pads and has achieved a good contrast between the bright green plants and the dark water. The light appears soft and even, allowing natural colors and forms to take center stage in the image.   Posted: 04/17/2025 07:50:09
Thank you Yamuna for your comments about my photo entry.   Posted: 04/17/2025 14:08:35
I like the composition of this photo very much. The "pods" all seem to lead one's eye toward the front pod. Additionally, the smaller leaves at the bottom seem to frame the same front pod. I feel a sense of motion from the movement of the water which I think adds interest to the image. The colors are cool and refreshing with nice contrast.   Posted: 04/21/2025 03:28:05