Utopia Poppy

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Thank you so much for the comments - and Congratulations to the winner!

The anchor and chain shot was taken not long after getting the K10D so I completely accept the comments about focusing.
In all honesty back then I didn't really know what I was doing!

Thanks again!

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Weekly Competition #47 Sea and Shore at 02/06/2008 - 10:57

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Anchor & Chain, Porlock Weir


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Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Weekly Competition #47 Sea and Shore at 28/05/2008 - 23:59

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My most useful accessory has to be Unlocker's wallet!

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on What accessory has been unexpectedly useful? at 28/05/2008 - 21:12

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Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Weekly Competition No. 46: Public Transport at 25/05/2008 - 21:58

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Hi, as a flower macro lover myself, I have to say that the second shot is my favourite. The colours are lovely, it's just a shame that the "noise" detracts a little from the beauty of the flower, and that one of the petals seems folded or ripped.

I'm still on a learning curve myself but one thing I have learnt is ISO 100 is great for getting the detail (just a shame that the weather conditions don't always agree!)

Good start!

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on My first "Real" attempt with Macro at 23/06/2008 - 11:23

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Really nice shots. My favourite is No. 3, the composition is great and the focus looks spot on. I think the colour of the flower and the green background really sets the subject off too.

PS can I have your lens please!

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Spring is here - bug life at 10/04/2008 - 00:09

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That's ok, I'll borrow your lens instead! Nice shots, the last one is my favourite. Great sharpness.

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Spring is here - plant life at 10/04/2008 - 00:03

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Really nice shot of the waves, but I'm afraid I agree with the others - as I view the shot it feels like the foreground rocks are blocking the view. I feel like I just want to step to the right a bit!

I think if the rocks were in focus it wouldn't be so distracting.

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Cornwall at 07/04/2008 - 00:13

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Hi,

I love the first shot, very well caught between the tree and the sign.
How many times did you get the cyclist to go past?

The second one I find very strange. Is that a small cloud under the clock? Seems like another well-caught moment to me!

Looks like you have a keen eye for catching these "blink and you miss it" moments!

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on Any comments at 07/04/2008 - 00:11

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Really nice orchids, and well taken (although the shadow is a little distracting but unavoidable).

I personally would blur the brickwork a little, just to make the beautiful flowers stand out more. Good colourful shot.

Fiona

Comment by Utopia Poppy posted on English Orchid in Winter at 07/04/2008 - 00:21

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