Flower with something extra...

[Kerry Perkins]

Hi guys, this flower (on a flowering tree) was captured at the LA County Arboretum with my new 1D4, which I love dearly... As I was working on the image, using Topaz filters (DeNoise, Detail, Adjust) I noticed how there were a few highlights that might work with the new Star Effects filter from Topaz. I played with the filter a bit and found that I could remove all but one of the stars, which is on the stamen in the center. Sorry, but I don't know what tree this was...

[Paul Lagasi]

Look's like the camera is a keeper, lovely sharp detail's in the flower, background is very nice and I like the little star for effect...cool, well done

[Maureen Allen]

Really nice touch with the starburst, Kerry. Beautiful image, nice detail and beautiful complimentary background. What kind of tree?

[Kerry Perkins]

Maureen, I did my homework and I believe this is a Hong Kong Orchid Tree - Bauhinia blakeana. One of the many exotic and beautiful species of plants at the arboretum.

[Brendan Dozier]

Excellent composition, Kerry! Love the shape, color, light, and BG compliments bloom very well. Nicely processed and star effect is a great touch.

[denise ippolito]

Kerry, Excellent use of the StarEffects filter, I love the background and the color combo! Congrats on the new camera!! Have a great workshop at what I can imagine is a super location!

[Indranil Sircar]

Excellent composition, Kerry. Love the colors and the star effect is beautiful. Congrats on the new 1D4. What lens did you use?

[Bob Miller]

Nice subtle touch added by the star to a fine image

[Kerry Perkins]

Thanks for your comments, I really appreciate them! Indranil, this was captured with the EF28-135mm@117mm, ISO 800, 1/640@f/5.6.

[Judy Howle]

Congrats on the new camera! I love the composition and colors, and the starburst works well here. That is a beautiful bloom!