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denise ippolito
07-31-2010, 08:53 AM
Canon 1D Mark III
500mm +1.4 ex
1/100 sec. at f/16
ISO 400
Tripod
I took this while in the Galapagos from one of the paths. Artie actually pointed out the BG color and I loved it so I took a few shots.
Slight crop for composition

Ken Childs
07-31-2010, 11:14 AM
The detail and colors on the cactus look great but the BG is what really takes this one over the top. I love it!

Jim Bridges
08-01-2010, 07:23 AM
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Julie Kenward
08-01-2010, 08:19 AM
I agree that the BG totally makes this image sing. It balances so nicel with the soft green; a delicious color combination! I also like the placement of the cactus within the frame.

Nick Palmieri
08-01-2010, 08:50 AM
Nice detail in the cactus. Cool soft colors...What is that in the BG?

denise ippolito
08-01-2010, 08:54 AM
Thank you all for your kind comments.
Nick, It is reddish/orange vegetation. Not sure of the name.

Roman Kurywczak
08-01-2010, 12:14 PM
Hey Denise,
Agree with the others.....the contrasting colors of green and red take this one up to a whole other level!!! Super comp and great isolation against the outstanding BG!

denise ippolito
08-01-2010, 02:50 PM
Thanks Roman, I appreciate the kind comments.

Susan Candelario
08-02-2010, 11:37 AM
Really enjoying your images from the Galapagos. Love the colors and the sharpness. Looking forward to more.

denise ippolito
08-02-2010, 05:08 PM
Thanks Susan, much appreciated!!

Anita Bower
08-05-2010, 10:58 AM
Beautiful soft colors and light. Simple composition. Good job.