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Bob_B

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Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« on: January 17, 2017, 04:09:41 pm »

I have a fondness for miniature orchids, and one of my favorites is a Brazilian species, Sophronitis cernua. My S. cernua is mounted on a cork slab, and started to bloom a few days ago for the first time. The small flowers (mine are about 3/4 inch edge to edge) are a pleasant orange with some yellow. The anther cap is tinted purple, which nicely contrasts the rest of the flower. I hope you will agree they photograph rather well, and are especially nice to see during the gloomy days of January.

Thank you for viewing, and I appreciate your comments.

Bob
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Re: Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« Reply #1 on: January 17, 2017, 09:21:32 pm »

A gorgeous portrait, Bob. Beautiful light and a complementary background to give the photo some depth.
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Re: Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« Reply #2 on: January 17, 2017, 11:54:10 pm »

A gorgeous portrait, Bob. Beautiful light and a complementary background to give the photo some depth.
I agree.
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Re: Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« Reply #3 on: January 18, 2017, 04:18:54 am »

Nicely done.

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Re: Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« Reply #4 on: January 18, 2017, 04:27:42 am »

Shots like this are a big reason why I hang around this joint!
Mmmm, just savour that beautiful subtle light!

Tony Jay
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Re: Orchid Sophronitis cernua
« Reply #5 on: January 18, 2017, 08:24:53 am »

Terry, Eric, Paulo, and Tony: You are very kind in your compliments. Thank you.
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