I want to try landscapes, and other things, but I work all night and sleep all day. Maybe my next day off, until then... On with the flora. Thanks for all your input so far, you all have been a great help. Also, I have sold one photo. Thanks for letting me share!
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Did you use a flash? The flash is really bring out the 'plastic' feel of the leaves and overexposing alot of the white area in this beautiful flower. I'd recommend no flash next time. Composition looks good, just the harsh colors from the flash.

Nice concept,

Jared

Yeah, I used a flash, on accident though :). I keep forgetting to turn it off. Inexperience to say the least.