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Another bloom emanating from "the dark side", this time a double feathered petalled tulip Black Parrot.

Grateful thanks as ever for all the supportive comments on Holmwood House.

Ronnie.

Camera:Nikon D7000 Check out Nikon Nation!
Lens:DX 18-200mm.
Recording media:JPEG (digital)
Focal Length:200mm.
Lens Max Aperture:f/5.6
Aperture:f/18.0
Shutter Speed:1/80sec
Exposure Comp:-1.67
ISO:100
Exposure Mode:Aperture
Metering Mode:CWA
Flash:No
Title:"The Black Parrot"
Username:RonnieAG RonnieAG
Uploaded:6 May 2012 - 12:03 AM
Tags:B/g digitally enhanced., Black Parrot, Double, Flowers & plants, Frilly petalled, Raindrops, Tulip
Votes:79

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NeilWigan
NeilWigan (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 12:11 AM
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Grew some of these a couple of years back Ronnie ,weird and wonderful ,great shot.

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mikbee
mikbee (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 12:11 AM
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Terrific colours on this one Ronnie.
Well lit.
Excellent close up.
Mick.

WOW that colour rocks

bagman
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6 May 2012 - 12:32 AM
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GREAT CAPTURE RONNIE. Terrific water drops with excellent beautiful colors.
Wonderful job of exposer.
Frank.

canonfan
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6 May 2012 - 1:02 AM
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Great capture and lovely colours Ronnie
Jim

debu
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6 May 2012 - 1:23 AM
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Excellently presented.
debu

taggart
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6 May 2012 - 1:23 AM
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What a gorgeous tulip ( and raindrops!)

I left a description on the Jack image telling more about it!---- Sometimes posting falls right when dinner is ready--- Shall try to do better!

pascalg
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6 May 2012 - 5:12 AM
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superb!

JenniCh
6 May 2012 - 7:03 AM
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Gorgeous image, great detail and skilfully lit for best effect.
Jenni

NDODS
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6 May 2012 - 7:29 AM
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Now that will take some beating, a stunningly beautiful specimen, captured at its finest.

Regards Nathan

andylea
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6 May 2012 - 8:00 AM
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fantastic colours and tones ronnie and the detail is fantastic love the water droplets a stunner nice one Wink
andy

saltireblue
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6 May 2012 - 8:10 AM
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You always, without fail, deliver top quality images, Ronnie, but this is special. Absolutely superbly captured and presented. The light catching the very best of those beautiful colours.

Malc

moiral
moiral (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 8:29 AM
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Beautifully tulip and so very well captured and presented. Moira

netta1234
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6 May 2012 - 8:29 AM
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Excellent ,love the colours
NettaSmile

PinkK
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80 forum posts United Kingdom1 Constructive Critique Points
6 May 2012 - 8:47 AM
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wonderful colours and detail

Michaela_Solway
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6 May 2012 - 9:01 AM
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Magnifico!,, wonderful colour captured... Like the hint of green sheen which brings out the purple
Another one to add to your beautiful bouquet...

jennialexander
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6 May 2012 - 9:26 AM
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Absolutely stunning
Jenni

jasonrwl
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6 May 2012 - 9:41 AM
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A stunning bloom Ronnie.

Hmm thought at first from the title you had found a new ale house!!TongueWink great lighting on this on with excellent detail and that colour is glorious indeed a fine capture from the dark side

GrahamGrinGrinGrin

lifesnapper
lifesnapper (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 9:53 AM
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What a super image of this gorgeous Tulip Ronnie, love it.

John Smile

morpheus1955
morpheus1955 (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 11:04 AM
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Stunning image Ronnie, fabulous deep rich colours and I love the water droplets.

Hugh

polly470
polly470 (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 11:42 AM
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Hope your back is ok Ronnie...
I love parrot tulips, and this is 'pretty polly' perfect!!
P
xx

wonkers
6 May 2012 - 12:56 PM
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Gorgeous. Your PF is lovely.

Jill

Tynnwrlluniau
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6 May 2012 - 1:15 PM
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Excellent shot with great mood.
Alun

TrevBatWCC
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6 May 2012 - 2:22 PM
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What wonderful colours, a real beauty this, Ronnie, and beautifully lit too, love it Wink
Trev Smile

PattiW
PattiW (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 2:23 PM
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Rich and beautiful! Patti Smile

pluckyfilly
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6 May 2012 - 3:09 PM
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thats a very pretty tulip Ronnie I like these parrot tulipswith their ragged edges and the colour of yours is great

brownsilent
brownsilent (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 3:25 PM
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Not only a very beautiful flower, but also a very good image. Great use of light, fantastic detail

Johanna

Dilys
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6 May 2012 - 3:26 PM
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Lovely detail and colour
Kathy

mex
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6 May 2012 - 3:27 PM
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cracking detail and colour.
cheers phil.

mashwood10
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6 May 2012 - 4:51 PM
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Ronnie, this is truly awe inspiring. Just beautiful. GrinGrin

Pam

Lillian
Lillian (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 5:00 PM
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Outstanding shot Ronnie
Lillian

gingerdelight
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6 May 2012 - 5:50 PM
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Absolutely beautiful Ronnie, well done!
Carol

gilbo
gilbo (e2 Member)
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6 May 2012 - 5:54 PM
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Gorgeous colours and detail! Lots of Rhodedendrons at Brancklyn.

Brian65
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6 May 2012 - 7:16 PM
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All a can say is PERFECT, Ronnie, fantastic work.
Brian

pamelajean
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6 May 2012 - 7:29 PM
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A real triumph, Ronnie, an exquisite bloom beautifully photographed and presented.

Paul_cats
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6 May 2012 - 7:53 PM
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Agree entirely with above comment. Nice one.
Paul

dmhuynh72
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6 May 2012 - 7:57 PM
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Expertly captured Ronnie, the dark bg worked well.
have a good bank holiday.
regards
Yung

very beautiful love the colour and the detail

Leilani
6 May 2012 - 10:58 PM
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Magnificent image Ronnie! Lovely colour and detail. Smile

Anjantoo
6 May 2012 - 11:22 PM
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Absolutely glorious Ronnie!
Jann
xxx

annettep38
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6 May 2012 - 11:24 PM
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This is the most amazing tulip I have ever seen. An opera version, with vibrato and tremor, trills and frills.
Excellent lighting, too!!

bill33
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6 May 2012 - 11:43 PM
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Great lighting and skill, to bring out the superb detail and colours Ronnie, your presentation as always is perfect, another wonderful image to add to your outstanding portfolio. Very well done my friend. Bill.

hi Ronnie, this is really gorgeous, excellent looking flower. You have captured it to the perfection and the light is perfect..

Samar..

accipiter
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7 May 2012 - 12:50 PM
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Superb image Ronnie. A

PaulLiley
7 May 2012 - 10:07 PM
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Beautiful rich colours and texture. paul

Niknut
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9 May 2012 - 2:47 PM
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Apologies Ronnie !!....I've missed a lot of your pics ??????

But this one's a stunner !.....gorgeous colours & detail, & love the added sparkle from the water droplets !!!

I've never seen such a beautiful Tulip !, amazing colour & 'feathered' edges !!!.Smile

nicedayout
10 May 2012 - 7:58 PM
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magic, a beautiful tulip and a fantastic capture. Regards Jamie

Glostopcat
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13 May 2012 - 7:16 PM
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A real stunner Ronnie, such glorious colour and wonderful use of light

bobsblues
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21 May 2012 - 8:26 PM
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Stunning Ronnie beautiful colour .
Rob

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