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OH, YEAH! TRY ME!


 
BetterPhoto.com Photo Contest SECOND PLACE Winner   OH, YEAH! TRY ME!
OH, YEAH! TRY ME!
2004:12:18, 11:11:08. 1/180 sec. ss, f5.6, ISO 100, RAW, 100mm Macro USM lens, Tripod, Blue foamboard held above for BG. PS CS cropped. I guess this critter wasn't too happy with my placing the foamboard above it as it reared upward when I did so, sort of challenging me to get closer!!

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Mary K. Robison
 

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Amazing capture and colors, and the composition is superb, Stan! I'm pretending it's plastic!


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December 19, 2004

 

S J
  Terrific capture and presentation, Stan! Beautiful colors, lighting and neat vertical framing! Love it!


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December 19, 2004

 

Donna La Mattino Pagakis
  This is an awesome perspective!! Great image Stan!!!


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December 19, 2004

 

Carolina K. Smith
  I love the angle of the web, Stan! Nice capture :)


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December 19, 2004

 

Allan L. Whitehead
  Eeeeeeeeeewwwwwwwwww, a spider. Marvelous capture and fascinating composition, Stanley, but, Eeeeeeeeeewwwwwwwwww, a spider. Very well done, my dear friend - your good friend. My best wishes to you and your family during this festive season - your good friend, Allan


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December 19, 2004

 

Donald K. Cherry
  Fantastic macro shot, Stan!! Nice work!


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December 19, 2004

 

Tom Andersen
  I love the perspective on this image, Stan! Very nice work!


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December 19, 2004

 

Wally Orlowsky
  Awesome catch of this beauty, Stan ... the blue BG really compliments his color and markings.


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December 19, 2004

 

Patty Razonable
  You invaded his territory! LOL!! Excellent capture and BG!!


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December 19, 2004

 
- Kelly Abernathy

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  This is terrific Stan! Great color - such a unique and wonderful comp! Crystal clear - this is so well done! Wonderful! -K


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December 19, 2004

 
- William C. Raco

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  Excellent perspective, detail and color.
Very well done, Stan!!

bill


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December 19, 2004

 
- Bonnie C. Lackey

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  Looks like a bejeweled ring! What an amazing capture!


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December 19, 2004

 

Janet L. Skinner
  WOW, looks like he built a web over an ocean!! Beautiful, Stan!!!!!


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December 19, 2004

 

Patricia A. Kuniega
  This is truly awesome, Stan! And I don't throw that word around like a teenager! LOL This is simply one of the finest macros I've seen in a long time! I'll bet the farm that we'll see this one again, and again! You have a lot to be proud of with this magnificant photo!


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December 19, 2004

 

Nobu Nagase
  Oh My, this is so scary... making me feel like I am right in the middle of a virtual reality game...

Outstanding image, Stan!!!
The color, the clarity, the compostion, just excellent!!!


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December 19, 2004

 

Terry R. Hatfield
  Its A Real Winner Stan, That Prespective Is Super,Love The Color And Detail,Just Everything Is Superb:-)


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December 19, 2004

 
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  Outstanding image, Stan, ditto Terry on this!

-Debby


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December 19, 2004

 

Dale Gast
  This is outstanding, Stan!!! Very creative!


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December 19, 2004

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Happy Holidays, everyone!! This image is something I have been trying to shoot for months. These spiders show up all over the place here but are difficult to shoot because they are always facing you and their backs within a space between the web and wall, railing, whatever, is a mere few inches apart. This one was about 7 feet up and six inches or so from the garage wall, and thankfully the center pole of the tripod can be mounted horizontally to shoot straight up and the web is a rather large one. I don't think the spider is fully matured, and there is another that is just a baby, maybe 1/4 inch in diameter about three feet off the garage floor!
You are all very much appreciated with your kind and generous responses! Thank You!, Mary; Sanjay; Donna; Carolina; Allan (I just knew you were going to eeewwwwwww me (LOL!)); Donald; Hi, Tom!; Wally; Patty; Kelly; bill; Bonnie; Janet (I kept a close eye on him as I was ready in case he jumped!!); Patricia (It's taken me long enough to get a 'handle' on this!); Nobi; Terry; Debby and Dale! Hope you are all having a wonderful day and have a great Christmas week!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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December 19, 2004

 

Marcie A. Fowler
  What a fantastically creative perspective Stan. You are a brave man. You captured this creepy critter very well. I tend to agree with Allan . . . Eeeewwwww a spider!!


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December 20, 2004

 

Janet Detota
  Excellent capture and presentation!!


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December 20, 2004

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Hi, Marcie! I don't know about brave, but my neighbor, a policewoman, was watching me 'shoot' this, so I had 'protection', so to speak (LOL!)!! Thank you for your kind response!
Thank You!, too, Janet! This was kind of a "Eureka!" for me, but the contortions to get it photographed was probably more comical!! I'm glad my neighbor didn't have her camera :-)!
Thanks very much once again, ladies!!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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December 20, 2004

 

Elisabeth A. Gay
  This is awesome Stan!!!
Ann


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December 20, 2004

 

Patricia Marroquin
  Ohmygod. The angle and perspective on this are awesome! It looks like a digital creation, though I know it's not. This better win big! Congrats, Stan!


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December 23, 2004

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thanks very much, Ann, and I appreciate your taking the time out to comment, especially during this busy week!! Hope your Holidays are wonderful!
Thank you, too, Patricia!! Nope, not a digital creation but I kept my eyes on this fella every moment I was looking up at it!! I've never seen one jump on anyone, but I wasn't taking any chances, especially looking at those pincers (LOL!)!! Have a very Merry Christmas!!
Much Aloha to you both,
Stan


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December 23, 2004

 

Anette Linnea Rasmussen
  Absolutely beautiful Stan, I just love it!

Happy Holidays
Linnea


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December 25, 2004

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  As always I appreciate your support and kind comments, Linnea! Hope your Christmas was a wonderful one!!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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December 26, 2004

 

Karma Wilson
  Wow, I missed this one! Absolutely perfect composition and focus Stan, not to mention the gorgeous color. If this does't win the three blind mice are the mysterious judges!

(This is not a slam on our fantastic judges--who try so hard every month to choose the best pics out of 15,000 entries...hee hee hee!)

Karma


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December 27, 2004

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Too funny, Karma, and I appreciate your stopping in with your response!! We'll see how this does in just a couple weeks, but I was so excited to see the result and am very happy with the outcome! Thank You very much for your confidence!!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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December 27, 2004

 

Audrea Telkamp
  WOW WOW WOW Stan!! I missed this outstanding image before (sorry about that!). This is absolutely amazing - the perspective, the color, the clarity, the DOF, the mood, EVERYTHING is perfect!!


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January 07, 2005

 

Mary K. Robison
  CONGRATULATIONS, STAN!!! :)


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January 17, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank You!, Audrea, for your very kind response for which I am grateful!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 17, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank You! once again, Mary!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 17, 2005

 

Kip T. Berger
  Congratulations on the finalist Stan!!!


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January 17, 2005

 

ilana peled
  Great picture Stan ! Congratulations.


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January 18, 2005

 

Patricia Marroquin
  This image is amazing! Congrats, Stan, I know this will go very high! :-)


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January 18, 2005

 

Patty Razonable
  CONGRADULATIONS, Stan on this sensational image!!!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Allan L. Whitehead
  Stanley, whu am I not surprized, eh… my very dear friend, congratulations on all four of your finalist selections. Well done, and good luck in the next step - your dear friend, Allan


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January 18, 2005

 

Cathy Gregor
  Stan- Congrats on your finalist!
-cathy


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January 18, 2005

 

Paul Michko
  Congrats, Stan.


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January 18, 2005

 

Dale Ann Cubbage
  Congrats on this great finalist!

da


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January 18, 2005

 

Patricia A. Kuniega
  Oh, I forgot all about this exquisite image! I'm betting we haven't seen the last of this one! It's a walking diamond! Good luck, Stan!


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January 18, 2005

 

Marie Fields
  Congratulations, Stan! AWESOME image!!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Murry Grigsby
  Congrats and good luck Stan!


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January 18, 2005

 

Donald K. Cherry
  Congrats and good luck with this great image!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Eric Schneider
  This is a truly wicked photo( in the Harry Potter, British sense) Congrats and wishing you luck


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January 18, 2005

 

Karen Engelbreth
  Congratulations, Stan!


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January 18, 2005

 

Lucia De Giovanni
  Congratulations Stan! This is awesome!


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January 18, 2005

 

Dan Holm
  CONGRATULATIONS on this incredible FINALIST, Stan!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  My CONGRATULATIONS and heartfelt thanks to you who have always been very supportive, and gracious, with your comments on my images. I am very grateful and happy, too, that you continue to enjoy my work!
Thank you, Kip, Ilana, Patricia M., Patty, Allan, Cathy, Paul, Dale Ann, Patricia K., Marie, Murry, Donald, Eric, Karen, Lucia, and Dan!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 18, 2005

 

Elisabeth A. Gay
  Well this is a well deserved finalist - good luck in the next round Stan!! And congratulations,
Ann


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January 18, 2005

 

Colette M. Metcalf
  Congratulations to you Stan!!!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Debra Booth
  Excellent capture, Stan! Your title and the thumbnail conspired to fool me though. I was expecting to see a diamond ring! LOL! Good luck to you!


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January 18, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Many thanks to you Ann and Colette for your wonderful comments that are always valued!
Thank you Debra, and it was more of a threat than a proposal (LOL!)!
Thank you once again, Ladies!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 18, 2005

 
- Claudia Kuhn

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  THis is so great Stan, good luck in the next round and congrats!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Donna J. Eaton
  Look OUT! He's going to get you! I hope he gets you a win! :-)


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January 18, 2005

 
- Diane Addonizio

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  Congratulations, Stan !!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Anette Linnea Rasmussen
  Great job Stan!
Congrats on this gorgeous finalist!

Best wishes
Linnea


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January 18, 2005

 
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  Congrats again, Stan!!

Best wishes,
Debby


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January 18, 2005

 

Kathleen Clemons
  Congrats, Stan!


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January 18, 2005

 

Nobu Nagase
  Congratulations on your finalist for this great work, great image, Stan!!!
Best wishes for the next round.


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January 18, 2005

 

Jennifer Rennison
  WOW, Stan, this is an amazing image! Congratulations on your finalist and hope to see this one again!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Paula Showen
  OUTSTANDING!!! What a fantastic macro and the composition is excellent! Way to go, Stan!! Congratulations and good luck!


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January 18, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you so very much, Claudia, Donna, DIANE, Linnea, Debby, Kathleen, Nobi, Jennifer and Paula! Your wonderful comments are appreciated and mean a great deal to me! Thank you all once again!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 18, 2005

 

Terry R. Hatfield
  Hey Stan!No Surprise Here:-)Congratulations My Friend!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Phil Sauvey
  Stan,

Congrats my friend on your finalist! Wonderful photograph.


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January 18, 2005

 

S J
  Many congratulations on this terrific finalist, Stan!!


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January 18, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank You, gentlemen, for your confidence and generosity! This was a fun shot, though spiders are not my cup of tea by an stretch of the imagination!! Thanks again, Terry, Phil, and Sanjay ... much appreciate!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 18, 2005

 

Robert Goodman
  A big Congratulations to you Stan!!!!!


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January 19, 2005

 
- Ellen Peach

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  Outstanding image, Stan....congrats & best of luck in the finals!


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January 19, 2005

 

Sharon Day
  Big congratulations on this awesome finalist shot, Stan!!! This one is just outstanding!


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January 19, 2005

 

Lisa Pereira
  Congratulations Stan on this incredible shot! THIS IS OUTSTANDING and has winner written …or rather ….webbed all over it! :)
Best of Luck my friend!


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January 19, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Many thanks to you, Robert, Ellen, Sharon, and Lisa! I appreciate your time and effort to stop by and respond! Hope you are all keeping warm and safe and best of luck in the next stage as well!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 19, 2005

 

Janet Detota
  Congratulations on this amazing capture!


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January 19, 2005

 

Anette Linnea Rasmussen
  Absolutely beautiful Stan!
Congrats on your win!

Best wishes
Linnea


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January 20, 2005

 

Gianna Stadelmyer
  Congratulations on your win, Stan! (Even though this gives me the chills:-) Well done and the blue BG really sets it off.


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January 20, 2005

 

Jordi Delgado
  Congratulation for this terrific WINNER, Stan!!!

:-))


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January 20, 2005

 

Donna Roberts
  I have a smile from here to Hawaii wide since I have seen your name as a winning entry.
Very well deserved Stan and I truly wish you all the best.
CONGRATULATIONS !!!
:-)
Donna (from "downunder")


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January 20, 2005

 

S J
  Many CONGRATULATIONS on your second place win, Stan!!


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January 20, 2005

 

ilana peled
  Halleluja !!! congratulations !!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Judy S. Fung
  Congrats on your second place win, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Paul C. Gazzanigo
  Congratulations!


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January 20, 2005

 

Janet L. Skinner
  Congratulations, Stan!!!!!!!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Joy Brown
  Congratulations on this great winner, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 
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  Hearty congrats on your win, Stan!

-Debby


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January 20, 2005

 

Tom Andersen
  Congratulations on your win, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Wally Orlowsky
  Congratulations on this stunning winner, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Janet Detota
  Way to go, Stan! Aloha!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Roseann E. Dreasher
  Congrats on a fabulous image!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Paul Michko
  Stan, Congratulations on a terrific win.


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January 20, 2005

 

Robert Goodman
  Fantastic Stan,A big Congratulations!!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Colette M. Metcalf
  Congratulations to you Stan!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Cathy Gregor
  Fantastic image, Stan! Congratulations on your win!
-cathy


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January 20, 2005

 

Lucia De Giovanni
  Whoohoo!!!! I am so very happy for you Stan, this image rocks! Congratulations my friend, awesome work!


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January 20, 2005

 
- Claudia Kuhn

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  Congratulations Stan, love this one!


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January 20, 2005

 

Judith G. Secco
  Wonderful macro, STan. Congratulations!!!
Judy


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January 20, 2005

 

Karen Engelbreth
  Congrats on your win, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Eric Schneider
  I think that was about the longest thread I have ever scrolled through...??? My fingers are almost too tired to say " BIG ALOHA and Congrats to STAN the man" We meet again in the 2nd place winners circle.
This is awesome! Winning and seeing others win....


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January 20, 2005

 

Murry Grigsby
  Congratulations on your win Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Allan L. Whitehead
  Even though this is a spider (Eeeewwww) Stanley, congratulations on this magnificent win, it's very richly deserved, my very dear friend - your dear friend, Allan


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January 20, 2005

 

Charlene Bayerle
  Congratulations Stan...well deserved!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Marie Fields
  Congratulations, Stan!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Kathleen Clemons
  Congrats to you, Stan!


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January 20, 2005

 

Sharon Day
  Fantastic image, Stan!!! Big congratulations!


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January 20, 2005

 

Jane Summa
  Congratulations, Stan!!!! have a wonderful day!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Audrea Telkamp
  Congratulations Stan!!!!!!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Donald K. Cherry
  Congrats, Stan!! Well done my friend!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Dan Holm
  Yea, Stan!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!


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January 20, 2005

 
- Adilson F. Ferreira

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  Terrific winner Stan!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Terry R. Hatfield
  Yeah Stan!!!!!What A Awesome Winner Congratulations To You!!!!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Patricia A. Kuniega
  Well if there ever was a photo that deserved a prize, it's this one! While I despise spiders, I love this image. It's top notch, Stan! Congratulations!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Monika Sapek
  Great macro and colors! Many congratulations on your Second Place Win, Stan!
Monika


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January 20, 2005

 

Donna J. Eaton
  A big congrats to you Stan!!! Well done! :-)


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January 20, 2005

 
- Jim Kinnunen

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  Congratulations on this very well done image, Stan!!! I love the DOF, colors, details and subject!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Got my fingers all warmed up from all the Congratulatory responses I've made and am ready for all of your generous responses to this image! My very heartfelt and most appreciative Thank You's to you, Janet, Linnea, Jan, Jordi, Donna R., Sanjay, Ilana, Judy, Paul, Janet S., Joy, Debby, Tom, Wally, Janet D., RED, Paul, Robert, Colette, Cathy, Lucia, Claudia, Judy, Karen E., Eric, Murry, Allan, Charlene, Marie F., Kathleen, Sharon D., Jane, Audrea, Donald, Dan, Adilson, Terry, Patricia K. , Monika, Donna E., and Jim!! All of you make this such a wonderful place to gather, learn, and exchange thoughts and ideas, which also makes this the best photo site on the net!
The word Aloha has so many meanings and I extend it to all of you with much good feelings and thanks for your continued support and kindnesses! Congratulations to everyone!
With much warmth and Aloha,
Stan


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January 20, 2005

 
- Gail Vitikacs

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  Takes my breath away! You outdid yourself on this one Stanley....CONGRATULATIONS!!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Patty Razonable
  Right on!! Stan, 'da man!!! LOL!! Congratulations on your win with this fantastic detailed image!!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Debra Booth
  Congratulations, Stan!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Pu Chen
  Such a cool shot, Stan! Love the shot and the story came with it! Great way to put it into action :) Congratulations!


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January 20, 2005

 

Jennifer Rennison
  So glad to see this in the winners circle...truly an amazing image!!! Congratulations on your second place win!!


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January 20, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  I appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity, Gail, Patty, Debra, Pu, and Jennifer, and thank you very much for taking the time to stop by and respond!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 20, 2005

 

Darren K. Fisher
  WOW awesome capture, and great use of the blue foam board. Congrats on your win.


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January 20, 2005

 

Paula Showen
  LOVE IT, STAN!!!! CONGRATULATIONS! What an outstanding image!!!


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January 20, 2005

 
- William C. Raco

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  Wow, what a great photo!
Excellent win, Stan!
Congratulations,

bill


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January 20, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Darren, Paula, and bill, Thank You! I truly value your support and generosity!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 20, 2005

 

Phil Sauvey
  Stan, congrats my friend. It is a pleasure to be sharing a great day with such a nice friend. I was just shocked!! Anyhow, congrats on your photo and thanks for all of your help and comments!

Your friend in downtown Alaska!
Phil


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January 20, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you very much, Phil! These types of surprises are always great aren't they, and congratulations on your win, too, my friend!! Will talk to you soon!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 20, 2005

 
- Wanda Judd

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  Stan, your work is absolutely amazing..and You have to be the "master" of titles...Ilove this.


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January 21, 2005

 

Kip T. Berger
  Wonderful capture Stan! Congratulations on your win! :)


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January 21, 2005

 
- Evy Johansen

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  Big congratulations on your win with this wonderful image, Stan!


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January 21, 2005

 

Nobu Nagase
  This is so fantastic, Stan, that it has placed the second place. It could might as well be the first. It's such a great image.
Many many congratulations, Stan!!!


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January 22, 2005

 

Leonard Pierce
  Congratulations on your Second Place win Stan!!!


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January 23, 2005

 

Arya Bandyopadhyay
  Congrats, Stan!! Sorry being late!!


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January 25, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Many thanks, Wanda, Kip, Evy, Novi, Len, and Arya, for taking the time to stop in and comment! I appreciate it very much. Trying to catch up after being away for a few days!!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 25, 2005

 

Karen Bacon
  Congratulations Stan on this awesome image!!


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January 26, 2005

 

Kathleen N. Nelson
  Wow, Stan! I've been out of town and just came across this photo. It is so awesome. I love the way the web leads into the spider and the blue you used as the background. This little guy looks pretty tough and scary. I'm glad you guys didn't get into it. It's photos like this whether looking at someone else's success or, in your case, your own success, that makes this passion of photography that we all share so worth it.


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January 30, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Many thanks to you Karen, and Kathleen! This little guy is pretty big now and I'm not about to mess with him and he's still there after all this time! Your comments are always much appreciated, ladies! Thanks again!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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January 30, 2005

 

Nancy Grace Chen
  VERY cool perspective, Stan... I feel like I'm right on the web with him! The foamboard was a great touch, too... this probably the best spider on its web macro I've seen. A late congrats to you on your excellent winning photo!!

Nancy


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February 01, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Hi, Nancy! Thanks very much for your kind comments! Am going to try a different approach on this guy being that he's still 'hanging' around in the carport! Will try to see if I can get a different perspective!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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February 01, 2005

 

Rob Mesite
  Stunning shot!


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February 03, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thanks, Rob, I appreciate it!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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February 04, 2005

 

Peggy Wolff
  What an amazing shot! This photo was displayed when I signed on, I had not seen it yet. I really need to go see the winners from Dec! Congrats on your very deserved shot!


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February 10, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Hi, Peggy! I very much appreciate your stopping in as well as your wonderful response! Thank You!
With much Aloha,
Stan


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February 10, 2005

 
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  Aloha Stan, Just hopped over to your gallery. Wow! Love the grouping of plummies -- each shot is fabulous and together -- heaven.
Burning bush is wonderful and hard to capture.
But I had to comment here. I love these Gsrden Spiders because they stay put! No jumping! This is the girl. The males are about one tenth the size. Great shot!


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September 23, 2005

 
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  This is so cool Stan, Great job :-)


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November 16, 2005

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you, Ladies, and I appreciate your kind and generous responses!!
With fond Aloha,
Stan


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November 16, 2005

 

Noel Baebler
  Just saw this, Stan! Terrific angle on this guy and web!


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June 27, 2006

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you very much for taking the time to visit, Noel, and I am grateful for your thoughtfulness and kind comments!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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June 30, 2006

 

Stephen Zacker
  Stunning capture and colors. Congratulations


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July 25, 2006

 
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  I missed this one ! Very beautiful imahge Stan! Where have you been? I need a fix of your goorgeous flower images! :-)


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July 27, 2006

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thanks very much for taking the time to stop in a comment, Stephen and Jill, and I appreciate it as always!
Much Aloha,
Stan


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July 29, 2006

 

Karen Slagle
  I love this, Stan. The blue bg is magnificent against the spider with it's yellow and white coloration. I'm so happy this was a winner, well deserved. Take care now...Karen


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September 06, 2006

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you very much, Karen, for visiting and commenting! I am grateful for your kindness.
With fondest Aloha,
Stan
BTW Your gallery is amazing!


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September 06, 2006

 

Diana L. Ralph
  WOW! Stan, your images are ALL awesome! Great saturation and clarity in ALL of them, not to mention awesome composition and color relationships! WELL DONE!


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September 15, 2006

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank You! very much, Diana, for taking the time to stop in and visit! I appreciate your supportive responses!
With fondest Aloha,
Stan


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September 16, 2006

 

Crystal L. Craig
  Okay .. WOW! This is incredible! Creepy and wonderful. Love your choice of composition, great background, and fabulous dof! Love it!!


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September 17, 2007

 

Crystal L. Craig
  Okay .. WOW! This is incredible! Creepy and wonderful. Love your choice of composition, great background, and fabulous dof! Love it!!


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September 17, 2007

 

Stanley J. Contrades
  Thank you Crystal and I was very careful not to have this creepy creature get on me (LOL)! I appreciate your taking the time to stop in and comment!!
Aloha,
Stan


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September 18, 2007

 
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