Red Camellia

[Anita Bower]

Taken at Longwood Gardens a few weeks ago using a 180mm macro lens.

Processed in Elements 10: I did a lot of things to this image over a period of weeks, including: Viveza, CEP: Lighten Center, Brilliance/Warmth, Tonal Contrast, Vignette Blur; Topaz Detail >Sunset II; and more.

C&C requested.

[Dennis Bishop]

This isn't a delicate little flower. It looks like it's on fire, and that's an attention-getter. The bright yellow and orange fading into a smokey red is both unexpected and dramatic. I like the composition and processing.

[Andrew McLachlan]

Hi Anita, lovely composition and processing. The color is beautiful!

[Judy Howle]

I love the fiery look, very pretty flower and nice processing Anita!

[Anita Bower]

Thank you,

[Cheryl Slechta]

Anita, I think this is perfectly processed. I wouldn't change a thing:S3:

[Nancy Bell]

Anita, this is stunning! The deep saturated color with the inner glow of the stamens, the soft folds and subtle shadows, the gentle OOF areas all together make this alive and somewhat mysterious. Superb!

[Anita Bower]

Thank you, Nancy and Cheryl. I appreciate your input.