Easter Cactus, close up

[Cheryl Flory]

OK, here is a view, closer.

[Brendan Dozier]

This is really nice, Cheryl! Like the colors, composition and detail, and again, nice touch of blur to give softness to the image. Beautiful as is, but might also try it with a little tighter crop. Well done!

[Christopher Miller]

I agree, this is really beautiful, Cheryl! Love the colors and softness with just enough detail in the flower center. I might just try lightening the right side a little bit. Very nicely done!

[Cheryl Flory]

thank you, Brendan and Christopher.
Here is what the blossom actually looks like.

[Scott Vincent]

I like how you have the center/in-focus part of the flower off-center. Very nicely executed - I love the softness and pastels!

[denise ippolito]

Cheryl, I like this one! Such lovely colors and the comp is much more pleasing. What were your settings Cheryl? You got the center nice and sharp!!

[Andrew McLachlan]

Cheryl, I like this one best so far. Nice amount of sharpness and just the right amount of blur to the background. Great colors too!

[Kerry Perkins]

Nicely done Cheryl, I find that the image has a playful aspect that I like a lot. Of course the colors are super and your composition works nicely and adds to the feeling of motion. Sweet!

[Steve Adkins]

Wonderful variation of your theme! Thanks for sharing the full bloom. It is a lovely subject.

[Cheryl Flory]

Thank you, everyone.
Denise, the setting are f/5.6, 1/200, ISO 400, EC -.3, 50mm. hand held.

[denise ippolito]

Thanks Cheryl, I appreciate you taking the time to post them.