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Comment by rachelellen:
Ouch. Is that cactus?

Love the b/w; makes it look ominous. I also really like the repeating pattern in the spines.

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Comment by KarenNfld:
Pretty neat. I think its so cool that you have these wild just hanging around. Nothing like this around here!

Waterfall
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Comment by Teafran:
A good solid image that is crisp, sharp and properly framed and composed - a technical success in every way. From an artistic standpoint, it is an intersting image but of less than universal appeal. A good entry into the challenge.

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Comment by Pikkel:
the colors are outstanding!

Scales
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Comment by robst:
too much contrast

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Comment by TCGuru:
That is so cool looking! I am loving the color. Nicely shot!!

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Comment by rocket:

Originally posted by moriadelacroix: Wow, I like this shot! What type of flower is that?

The Bottle Brush Plant

Bottlebrush (Callistemon) is a genus with 34 species of shrubs in the family Myrtaceae. The majority of Callistemon species are endemic to Australia; four species are also found in New Caledonia. They are commonly referred to as bottlebrushes because of their cylindrical, brush like flowers resembling a traditional bottle brush. They are found in the more temperate regions of Australia, mostly along the east coast and south-west, and typically favour moist conditions so when planted in gardens thrive on regular watering. However, at least some of the species are drought-resistant.

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Comment by moriadelacroix:
Beautiful shot! I think the B/W works wonderfully with this!

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Comment by moriadelacroix:
Wow, I like this shot! What type of flower is that?

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Comment by moriadelacroix:
Good focus and nice DOF. Great Job!