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    Default Longwood Gardens Water Lily Abstract

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    I used polar coordinates and several other filters in Photoshop to come up with this. I also used the liquify tool.

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    Love it! Love it! Did you mask anything off in the polar coordinates to keep the center intact? I really think this is outstanding, Denise! Very impactful against the black BG and the flow of the petals is lovely.

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    A very effective use of polar coords and liquify and your other magic filters , Denise. This lily appears to be swimming in the black void, an amazing effect. The very thin petal that extends from center to the bottom edge is an especially nice artistic touch. I love it!

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    This is outstanding, Denise. The color and flow of the petals is really spectacular. I just keep looking at it! Surely one of your best creation!

    ps. congratulations on the BP image of the day.

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    Denise,

    This image is gorgeous with its color, shapes and drama. I love the curves of the flower as they are presented... the center looks like a jewel. Beautiful.

    If I were to be picky, really picky, the first inner large curve in the upper half, right side, ends abruptly with a straight line instead of a point. It's the only curve that does and draws attention.

    Richard

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    The black background and soft pink curves are really lovely. Excellent and creative processing on this one, definitely one of your best!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Richard Lovison View Post
    Denise,

    This image is gorgeous with its color, shapes and drama. I love the curves of the flower as they are presented... the center looks like a jewel. Beautiful.

    If I were to be picky, really picky, the first inner large curve in the upper half, right side, ends abruptly with a straight line instead of a point. It's the only curve that does and draws attention.

    Richard
    Richard, I don't think you are being picky-I noticed it immediately after posting(isn't that always the way) anyway I already fixed the master file as it bothered me too.

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    Denise, this is elegant and sensual and beautifully done. I didn't notice the curve until Richard pointed it out but I'm glad you fixed it.:)
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    Very cool, creative, and elegant Denise. There's a creative synergy going on here at OOTB! Everyone seems to be outdoing their last image and taking to the next level. Rock'n the house!

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    Denise, this is very, very cool. Love the dark background it really makes the petals stand out nicely. Wish it were mine!:)

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    Thank you all for your kind comments.
    Jules, Sorry I missed your question. Yes, I masked back in some details to the center.

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    Incredible, Denise!

    I can picture this slowly drifting around the deepest depths of the ocean!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Indranil Sircar View Post

    ps. congratulations on the BP image of the day.
    Thanks Indranil, I appreciate it,

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    Ken, Thank you for your kind words.

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