Cute But Stupid
Flow of life...
Posted by amy (Nanaimo, BC, Canada) on 24 May 2007 in Plant & Nature and Portfolio.
The boundaries which divide life from death
are at best shadowy and vague.
Who shall say where one ends,
and the other begins?
Edgar Alan Poe
You can view my gallery of images and calendar for sale at: cute but stupid . I'm slowly adding more to the site and if there is something in my portfolio you would like to purchase but is not available on my site just contact me and I'll make it available.
I appreciate all visits and comments and thank you always... ;-)
Robert from Oshawa, Canada
Very nice. You made something so simple look so beautiful. I like that the leaf is the only colour.
24 May 2007 5:42am
@Robert: Thank you Robert... sincerely. ;-)
@objectif-plume: Simply thank you.. ;-)
Kheoh Yee Wei from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
fabulous colors and romantic atmosphere ! Lovely one
24 May 2007 6:52am
@Kheoh Yee Wei: Thanks so much ;-)
Francois from Lachenaie, Canada
Le traitement est absolument parfait. Le mélange couleur et gris appui la citation de Poe. Bravo !
24 May 2007 11:56am
@Francois: A very poetic compliment, Francois... my thanks, tho', are heartfelt. ;-)
Christine from Sydney, Australia
Great shot. Love the use of colour and contrast.
24 May 2007 12:40pm
@Christine: Thanks Christine! It is one of my favourite techniques... ;-)
Candace from Emmaus, United States
Love the color contrast....beautiful peaceful photo. I saw you mentioned a forum for a tutorial on one of your pics you did (if I remeber right). What forum would that be? I would love to learn more.
24 May 2007 1:18pm
@Candace: Hello Candace! Thanks for the lovely compliment... really appreciate it. As to the forum? It's one that Anne put together. Try this link to get more info and to join the forum if you want.. http://aminus3members.freeforums.org/portal.php?sid=e820dbfd92bcc0c62a0a7bb2717b77f6
Jen from Jessup, United States
I think you have rendered me speechless!!!
Okay maybe not...Absolutely freaking wonderful shot Amy!!! The colors and contrast are just stunning!!
Like the Edgar Allen Poe lines too!! : )
24 May 2007 2:22pm
@Jen: Hey Jen! Ok, you've rendered me speechless!! LOL Thank you, my friend!
I did write about this technique on the forum last night. Hopefully, it makes sense to anyone reading it.
@William: Thanks so much William!! It's great to know when I've not overdone the pp... it's just too easy to go over that thin line. ;-)
yiannis krikis from thessaloniki, Greece
very beautiful colors and composition Amy
24 May 2007 4:05pm
@yiannis krikis: Thank you so much yiannis!! ;-)
@Kairospix: Thanks K!!... ;-)
Art Monkey from Salt Spring Island, Canada
this is an AMAzinG shot amy! - it looks like the leaf is frozen in the water - it looks like a painting!
ps - sorry I have not been around much lately, but I am getting ready to go away
24 May 2007 4:56pm
@Art Monkey: Hey Art!! I have missed ya but totally understand. Thanks so much for this wonderful compliment... and for finding the time for a quick visit. Looking forward to what you'll have to show when you get back from wherever it is you're going!!! ;-)
Roberta from Rocky Mountain House, Canada
Terrific use of selective saturation; and a great shot too.
24 May 2007 8:49pm
@Roberta: Yo! Dudette!! Thanks and when are we going out again? I'm sure there's still a couple mosquitos out there that haven't bit us!!!
Sash from Adelaide, Australia
This is a captivating image. The colour and B&W unite effortlessly with the flowing water. A strong eye for detail, for sure. :)
24 May 2007 10:59pm
@Sash: Thank you Sash! Hope you don't mind but I did use your shot from Tuesday's post as an example on the forum about how a splash of colour in b/w shot works so beautifully... ;-)
bronzebilly u.k. from cardiff, United Kingdom
hey cutes--the work you've done on this image-makes it all worthwhile--the selective colour--the water flow--it's another "ace" I'm afraid--nice one kid--billy
24 May 2007 11:03pm
@bronzebilly u.k.: Ah shucks.... and thanks for calling me kid!!!!!! In all sincerity, I soooo appreciate your thoughts and comments (ye gods that sounds smarmy..). ;-)
Reza from Montreal, Canada
Stunning! The post processing have made it a brilliant image. Bravo Amy!
24 May 2007 11:40pm
@Reza: Thanks tons Reza!!! ;-)
Michael Rawluk from Prince George, Canada
Very very nice. Great colour and tones.
25 May 2007 12:49am
@Michael Rawluk: Thanks Michael! Really appreciate the visit and comment (which sounds so trite but is truly meant) ;-)
@Craiger: Thanks Craig! ;-)
Richard_Irwin from Belper, United Kingdom
Its a very good shot, works on lots of levels with the text
25 May 2007 12:59am
@Richard_Irwin: Hey Richard! Yeah, I had a hard time trying to figure out a title 'till I read the Poe quote and then it came together for me. ;-)
hCreatives from Santa Clara, United States
Lovely shot...I like the colors on this one...
25 May 2007 3:07am
@hCreatives: Thanks!! ;-)
Candace from Emmaus, United States
Just wanted to say thanks for the forum link...I'm off to look at it now. :o)
25 May 2007 3:47am
@Candace: No problemo Candace!! ;-)
MontereyJohn from Monterey, California, United States
Wow, and wow again. Very good.
Poe? Hmmmm...
25 May 2007 3:53am
@MontereyJohn: Thank you so much!! Yeah, sometimes Poe is just the right fit, ya know?
;-)
Behrooz from Tehran, Iran
This is one of my favorites in your whole collection. The selective saturation is just great.
25 May 2007 9:17am
@Behrooz: Hey Behrooz!! Thanks bunches!! I posted on the forum how I do this now if you want to check that out. It's a different method than what you taught me and works very well as well. ;-)
Rahul from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
FANTASTIC, FABULOUS and all the f-words i can think off.... aikkksss i mean the ones on the good side of the world. ;-) This leaves me speechless too. Simple, but your magical touch has made it just outstanding. Amy babes way to go. :) I am all back now 100%.
And thanks a lot for being there everyday when i was missing in action, really appreciate your kind words and interesting comments. Fashion series is gonna be coming back again, but all gals this time LOL... Nvr i will find some cool dudes to post too. ;-) I don't remember disappointing my dear buddy ever. LOL
Opppsss, looks like i wrote another novella again hahaha...
26 May 2007 3:03pm
@Rahul: You so know the way to a girl's heart... using all the right f-words!! LOL Thanks oodles and oodles Rahul!
Sash from Adelaide, Australia
Re: Using my shot as an example; no worries at all, Amy. I was wondering if you could direct me (URL?) to the forum you speak of as I wasn't aware there was a forum here at AM3. Thanks in advance.
29 May 2007 2:59am
@Sash: Here's the long version of it... not very good at hiding this stuff with just a word..
http://aminus3members.freeforums.org/portal.php?sid=b8d0d65226ed63fe7431856ebef038a9
@Anup: Thanks Anup!! ;-)
Nikon D70
1/100 second
F/11.0
ISO 200
450 mm (35mm equiv.)