For this month's image, I chose one of the Camellias. Earlier in the week, I had the opportunity to make a quick trip to the Blue Mountains to capture some shots of the Autumnal colours. This area is well known because it is one of the few places where you can see vibrant reds and yellows in Autumn due to the abundance of trees like Maples in many of the gardens there.
Additionally, we can also enjoy the blooming camellias at this time of the year, and this particular one caught my attention.
In editing , I cropped the image and enhanced a bit the beautiful pink color. Some noise reduction and sharpness have been applied.
Exif data:
Shuther speed: 1/320 sec
Apperture: f6.3
ISO: 1000
Shot with a Sony body and 100-400 mm lens at 198 mm
This round’s discussion is now closed! 8 comments posted
David Terao
Beautiful shot! I really like the many layers of petals, all in sharp focus, and the nice soft bokeh of the background. The colors compliment each other with the pink flower jumping out from the image. Posted: 05/06/2024 16:14:51
Maria Mazo
Hi David, thank you for your nice comment and compliments. I really appreciate them Posted: 05/13/2024 22:55:55
Dick States
Great shot! Love everything about this. Great composition. Very sharp with great detail in the petals. Nice soft lighting and a great background. No distractions. Very nice with great impact which is important in an image. Posted: 05/12/2024 14:42:04
Maria Mazo
Hi Dick, thank you for your comment It makes me happy that you consider it a beautiful image. Posted: 05/14/2024 01:08:12
Barbara Asacker
Hi Maria,
Gorgeous! You've captured the sharp details of the camellia nicely. Love the vibrant pink against the soft green background. The light and shadows add depth and interest. Great shot. Posted: 05/16/2024 11:53:04
Maria Mazo
Hi Barbara, Thanks for your comment, I am glad that you like the image. Posted: 05/29/2024 04:29:58
Esther Key
What a beautiful flower. I like the sharp detail in the center of the flower and how you have brought out the pink color of the petals. The leaves make a nice background for the flower. Nicely done. Posted: 05/18/2024 00:42:23
Maria Mazo
Hi Esther, Welcome to the group! and thanks for your comment. It makes me happy that you like the image. Posted: 05/29/2024 04:30:56
