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Spring is coming !


Spring is coming !
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Copyright: Valerie Schnepp (valy67) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1880 W: 59 N: 2915] (8733)
Genre: Plants
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-04-03
Categories: Flowers
Camera: Sony Cybershot DSC-P71
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Flower(Yellow)II [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2006-04-04 13:09
Viewed: 1193
Points: 34
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Fleurs de saule

Les saules sont un genre (Salix) d'arbres, arbrisseaux et arbustes de la famille des Salicacées, comprenant environs 300 espèces poussant dans les zones fraîches et humides des régions tempérées et froides, dans l'hémisphère nord.
Les saules sont cultivés principalement pour l'ornement (notamment le saule pleureur, le plus connu). Certaines espèces produisent du bois, apprécié notamment pour la fabrication de manches d'outils, et des rameaux flexibles utilisés en vannerie (osier).
Le saule sur la photo poussait à l'état sauvage près de chez moi, mais j'ignore de quelle espèce il s'agit.

La photo a été recadrée, éclaircie puis, pour finir, je lui ai ajouté un cadre.

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Willow flower

There are about 350 species in this genus worldwide, found primarily on moist soils in cooler zones, in the northern hemisphere.
The catkins like those on the photo are produced early in the spring, often before the leaves or as the new leaves open.
Willows are very cross-fertile and numerous hybrids are known, both naturally ocurring and in cultivation.
Some willows, particularly alpine and arctic species, are very small. The Dwarf Willow rarely exceeds 6 cm in height, though spreading widely across the ground.
Almost all willows take root very readily or where broken branches lie on the ground.
The willow tree on my photo grows widly near my home, but I don't know which species it is, if someone can help me...

The photo has been cropped, colors have been enhanced and finally I've added a black frame.

Best regards,
Valerie.
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Hello Valerie!
Very beautiful and interesting shot.I liked point of view, sharpness, framing and composition a lot.Congratulations...
Ali Rıza

Hi Valerie,
this one is lovely, I like the yellow parts on this plant, also very good sharpness, thanks
Sabine - wishnugaruda

Bonjour Valérie,Wooouuuww, cela sent le printemps, jolie photo et bonne idée. J'aime la couleur des bourgeons en train d'éclore. Félicitations et bienvenue sur TN,José

Nice shot Valerie,
I'm so pleased that Spring is finally here......sun At last :)
Good detail, colours and sharpness.
Composition and lighting are excellent. Good POV and framing.
Thanks for posting, have a good week.

Very nice composition valerie, flowering is seen at different stages, the background nicely fit the main image. Also nicely shown is the grayish fur around the flower.

Love the color composition in this shot Valerie.
It is excellent in the combination of the colors and the BG.
Great POV and very nice framing.
TFS!!!!
Regards
JC

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  • osse Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 962 W: 0 N: 89] (7801)
  • [2006-04-08 17:16]

Hi Valerie
Beautiful spring shot.Very nice colours and frame.
Well done

osse

Get the feeling of spring to come. Flowers start to bloom. Colorful season is coming. A very nice point of view.

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  • jorg (631)
  • [2006-04-12 15:53]

bonjour Valerie,

Cette photo me rappelle une de des les mien,par les couleurs i le POV,est presqu´identiques.
Merci beaucoup pour tes commentaires.

Salutations,

joan

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  • zeca Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 373 W: 14 N: 538] (2881)
  • [2006-05-09 1:00]

Interesting picture, Valerie! Beautiful colours and sharp details! Nice framing and frame!
Regards!
Zeca

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  • BelaGA (19)
  • [2006-05-16 8:28]

Et les jaunes sont aussi beaux que les verts!
J'aime beaucoup les différents stages de développement des bourgeons

Hello Valerie,
And in a few months we're there again... great!
Your image gives hope, besides it is a pleasure too look at...
Well composed and with optimistic colours!
Greetings,
Pablo -

Belle photo, cet arbre est très jolis,la photo est bien prise et nous montre les détails des fleurs de cet arbre qui bourgeonne,déja en avril. Amitiés Thomas

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1339 W: 0 N: 2575] (9083)
  • [2009-03-07 1:59]

Hi Valerie,
unique flowers and beautifully rendered in horizontaL composition. the blurry branches in the background gives a good graphical effect.
A well thought shot.

regards,
Foozi

Hallo Valerie
Really beautiful and such a delight to look at. I like your three in one presentation showing the different stages in the opening of the flower. At first just the green, then the green with a slight peek of yellow and finally the yellow in all its glory. I accidently came across this rather old image of your yours but liked it so much that I could not let it just pass without leaving my comments.
It has a striking effect to the eye. Thanks for sharing at the time.
Best regards
Anna

Ciao Valerie,
très belle photo de cettes merveilleuses fleurs de saule, le premier signe de printemps, j'adore ce cadrage et la composition horizontale, très belles et naturelles couleurs.
Merci e félicitations
Amicalement
Maurizio

Hi MF Valerie, a lovely and fine macro capture of these willow flowers as a sign of spring with wonderful details and excellent composition. TFS and cheers!
Take care!
Bayram

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