Thks, i was considering cloning as well;Wanted to present as taken first , then perhaps"Doctor" it a bit:) Yes, i learned this technique in Roam's workshop, do not let full light intimidate you, flash can overcome, and take over as your primary light source.
Don
Don, this is nice as is but I think I would prefer the flowers without the tips cutoff or a tighter crop, just outside the tips of the yellow parts on the 2 lowest flowers. Whatever you go with, I think a small amount should be cropped from the top.
The angle you chose, the black BG and the absence of clutter make this a dramatic image. The reds and yellows pop. I, too, would crop. I'm posting my suggestion. I tend to crop closer than many. Cleaning up the blemishes, especially on the lower red petal, will eliminate distractions from this striking image.
Hey Don,
Glad to see you were paying attention!:D The crop suggestion is a good one.....as your OP looked clipped. Keep it all.....or make it deliberate and Anita's direction takes it there! (perhaps a touch more up top). Overall, very nicely done!
PS Not sure it is a bird of paradise???