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    Pentax K100D, SMC Pentax Macro 1:4/100, f/4, exp bias -1.0, aperture priority, 1/125, center-weighted, ISO 200, tripod mounted, iPhoto and Photoshop Elements 2 for Mac.

    Thank you very much for this challenge and the opportunity to see so many fine photos. This was an enjoyable stretch.

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    Mike Moats
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    Hey Stu, very cool image, love the brite red. and you got good details for f/4. Well done.

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    Fabs Forns
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    Very nice compos and details. I think it could go a bit lighter. Thanks for sharing this one!

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    Hey Stuart,
    I really like the comp and subject.....but agree with Fabs on the darkness.......I feel the only part dark is the stamen and pistels....so thats all I lightened with levels layers and contrast layers. let me know your thoughts. I really like the softness and the darkness of the petals because of the shallow DOF. Nicely done!

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    Stu - I realy like the comp, and think f/4 works well here -- the tight DOF is fine with this subject. I agree with Roman's adjustment, lighting up the subject center and leaving good rich reds for the petals. Nice job!

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    Love the repost, Roman. I agree that it was just a touch dark and the repost really opens up the luminance of that gorgeous red. Nicely done, Stuart!

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    Thanks very much, Roman, for your very helpful suggestion and for taking the time to provide the improved image. And thanks to all who commented.
    All best,
    Stu

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