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Poetic...

© Donna La Mattino Pagakis

Poetic...

Uploaded: May 27, 2010 20:09:22 | Entered: March 21, 2020 09:20:18

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Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/500 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 300.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi

Comments

Richard A. Midthun May 27, 2010

It is "poetic" and much more. What a magnificent capture. I just love looking at it. The horizontal glowing lines of reflection set off perfectly the delicacy of the birds plumage.

There are so many wonderful photographers here.
Rick M. #1272951

Michelle Alton May 28, 2010

The artistry of this image is remarkable, Donna. The golden tones of the reflections frame this exquisite graceful preener with perfection. #8648739

Christine Lobsinger level-classic May 28, 2010

I couldn't say my thoughts any better... my GOD, Donna, this is SPECTACULAR!!!!
I love EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS CAPTURE!!!
OUTSTANDING WORK!!!!

SMILING CHRISTINE
#8649016

Julianne Bradford May 28, 2010

A winner in my book for sure Donna! Absolutely beautiful :-) #8650092

William C. Raco level-classic May 28, 2010

Superb!
Beautiful photo, Donna #8650285

Nikki McDonald level-classic May 29, 2010

I can't believe you didn't score the first time, surely you will with this revision. This is just stunning, Donna. Wonderful light, color, detail, composition. Good Luck -- I think I'll make it a favorite so I'll know when the awards start rolling in :) #8652025

Patti Coblentz May 29, 2010

I'm completely with Nikki on this, Donna...loved it then and now!

Patti #8652073

Katarina Mansson May 29, 2010

Good luck this time around Donna - I am sure this picture will eventually receive the recognition it deserves! Love the golden tones and the reflection. #8652365

Melinda F. Schneider level-classic May 30, 2010

Gorgeous! The water color and quality are superb and the bird simply beautiful! #8652592

Joy Rector May 30, 2010

awesome #8652606

Marcie A. Fowler May 30, 2010

Love the color of the water and the reflection. #8652661

Bunny Snow June 01, 2010

Michelle and Nikki's thought echo my own. Your really out did yourself with this one, Donna.

Could I buy a print from you? That is, if I can afford it.

This is magnificent! #8658756

Dianna Murphy June 02, 2010

Wow Donna this is a masterpiece ! A winner!!!!!!!! #8661360

Daniel Ruf June 03, 2010

This is a beauty. Reflections, color...it's got it all. Nice work. #8662799

Renata Gusciora June 03, 2010

Wonderful bird capture,lovely reflection,great timing and I like the glowing water,Donna! #8663972

Gary Lange June 04, 2010

B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!! #8665624

Donna La Mattino Pagakis June 10, 2010

Thank you for all of your inspirational comments!!!

Donna #8686661

Leslie McLain level-classic June 11, 2010

Stunning capture and colors, Donna. #8689527

Cyndy Doty June 17, 2010

Donna - this is gorgeous! The reflections and shimmering colors are wonderful! Great capture! #8701355

Nikki McDonald level-classic June 20, 2010

I think you should give this another try, Donna. It's so beautiful. #8706658

Debra R. Harder June 28, 2010

OMG...how in the heck did I miss this beauty? This is incredible, Donna!! Love this! Excellent lighting, colors, details and reflections. FAVED! Deb #8721986

Nikki McDonald level-classic July 05, 2010

This is my favorite of your June entries -- I think it has been my favorite before and I cannot believe it was overlooked. The tones, detail, light, composition are all just right to my taste.
In addition, I love love your sunset beach images -- 'Dredging the Harbor' and 'Fascination' are special favorites this time and I really want to know the story of how you got the latter LOL I also love 'After the Rain' -- such an unusual capture -- and 'Tidal Play' which will surely be recognized one of these days :) My final mention will go to 'Plush'. Kara is right -- this is a winner. Good luck, Donna. #8736544

Kiril Kirkov level-deluxe July 17, 2010

Beautiful composition, and feeling ! Very well done ! Bravo ! Kiril #8769396

Philip B. Ludwig level-classic July 25, 2010

Beautiful! Absolutely perfect! Outstanding work.
Philip #8785691

Donna La Mattino Pagakis July 30, 2010

Thank you for all of your inspirational comments!

Take care,

Donna #8795832

Susan K. Snow July 31, 2010

I still love this image, Donna.
I wonder why the judges don't love it as much as we do? It's outstanding work!

Bunny #8798117

Michael M. Petrizzo September 05, 2010

Beautifully done Donna. Thank you for the nice comment on my work. #8883851

Donna La Mattino Pagakis September 05, 2010

Thank you Bunny and Michael! I appreciate your kind comments!!

Best wishes,

Donna #8883863

Linda D. Lester level-classic September 15, 2010

This is stunning!!!!! Another winner in the making! :) #8903574

Maria Morrow September 15, 2010

This truly is 'poetic'.. beautiful image Donna! #8904113

Gina Cormier September 16, 2010

Donna.....this is spectacular!!!!! Magical image!!!!! #8908314

Donna La Mattino Pagakis September 20, 2010

Thanks again to each and every one of you. I appreciate your great support, friendships and encouragement.

Take care,

Donna #8920048

Violeta Harrington September 29, 2010

Perfect in every aspect. #8937922

Donna La Mattino Pagakis October 25, 2010

Thank you Violeta!!! #8994625

Phyllis H. Burchett October 28, 2010

Ditto....PERFECT! #9001737

Jill Odice level-classic November 02, 2010

Now that is a winner if I ever saw one! Elegant, graceful and beautifully captured my friend! #9011316

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 03, 2010

Thank you Phyllis and Jill! I appreciate your kind feedback!

Donna #9012188

Steve M. Harrington November 03, 2010

Poetry indeed, Donna. Delightful tones and lovely soft colors. A fine image!
Steve #9013430

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 12, 2010

Thank you for you kind comments and gallery visit Steve! #9029858

Emile Abbott level-deluxe November 12, 2010

WOW Donna this is beautiful and Poetic for sure #9030284

Philippe Vieux-Jeanton November 12, 2010

Splendid capture! #9030305

Stephen Zacker November 13, 2010

Wow.. what a capture and reflection. Like all those colors #9032236

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 13, 2010

Thank you Emile, Philippe and Stephen! #9032329

Jean-Pierre Ducondi November 15, 2010

So elegant and beautiful. Well done.
JP #9035025

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 15, 2010

Thank you JP! #9035054

Jeff Galbraith November 27, 2010

Amazing reflection, colours and detail--great work.

All the Best, Jeff #9066240

Liz blahh November 28, 2010

Quite beautiful! #9068351

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 28, 2010

Thank you Jeff and Liz! #9068460

Holly Hitchcock November 30, 2010

Love the reflections and the gold tones, Donna!!! #9072864

Mary K. Robison December 01, 2010

Donna, this is gorgeous, and so elegant. Just keep submitting it until you win the Grand Prize for it! (That actually happened on the bp site a few years back.) #9073231

Donna La Mattino Pagakis December 04, 2010

Thank you Holly and Mary!

Your comments are very inspirational!

Donna #9079671

Anita Hogue December 05, 2010

OH, WOW, I WANT A CAPTURE JUST LIKE THIS ONE!!!!
WOW WOW!!! #9082025

Terry Cervi level-deluxe December 15, 2010

This couldn't be more beautiful, Donna! #9108003

Renata Gusciora December 16, 2010

Beautiful capture with wonderful tones and great composition,Donna! #9110275

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 02, 2011

Thank you for all of your very kind comments. I truly appreciate each and every one!!!

Donna #9138400

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict January 02, 2011

Wow, Donna, totally breathtaking image!

Gets my vote for phot of the year!
Debby #9138727

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 02, 2011

Thank you Debby, what a super compliment!! #9138804

Liz blahh January 07, 2011

Exquisite! #9149050

John Carter April 30, 2020

Simply elegant! The reflections are a perfect compliment to set off the sharpness of the bird. Love this! #11802363

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