Poised

Many thanks everybody, always appreciated.

Phil

By: phil_j

Chestnut the Hedgehog

What a lovely story Ade, and my admiration goes out to you for what you have done here, if only there were more people around like yu.
I hope that things start to improve for you soon as per health matters, it's always nice to see your [hoto's and comments.

Take care Mate

By: Ade_Osman

"My Friendly Neighbourhood Heron"

Superb detail Ronnie, wonderull portrait.

By: RonnieAG

Taking home Tea

Thank you Colleen and Carol

By: phil_j

Kingfisher

Great image, such beautifull birds

By: AlanWillis

Dudley Dog

Nice portrait of your lovely little dog, try to focus more on the eyes though rather than his nose, this is one I shot of my little chap http://www.ephotozine.com/user/phil-j-44156/gallery/photo/first-studio-sitting-3... maybe select a larger f number to increase the depth of field, try it again, would like to see some more.

Hope this helps

Phil

By: sluggyboy

"Pals"

What a lovely image Ronnie.

By: RonnieAG

Foxton Locks

Great series Ed.

By: Glostopcat

Nuthatch

Thanks all.
Adrian, this was taken in Stanton Wood, Stanton Country Park just outside of Swindon.
Phil

By: phil_j

Out For Early Morning Forage

What a lovely capture Brenda, a cheeky little guy.

By: Dinky65

Cotswold Country Road

Lovely scene, a wonderful place to stroll along and unwind.

By: Glostopcat

Connie

Made me smile a great shot.

By: taggart

Do you STILL love me?

Who could resist!!!
Lovely portrait of a lovely dog.

By: steve5452

Give Me Attitude

What a gorgeous Cat, lovely eyes. A super shot.

By: Dinky65

First Studio sitting

Thank you all for the comments.
Willie, thank you for your comments, I appreciate them very much, the red/pink tint you mention is actually his natural colour, Oliver has very pink areas of skin around his muzzle and mouth that shows through his fur. He is still a young dog and has a lot of puppy pink about him.

Phil

By: phil_j

Male Demoiselle

Great image, I agree with Colin above, this looks like a Blue Tailed Damselfly.

By: JohnAStevens

Star Trails at Ashness Jetty, Keswick

Quote: of the star trails are reflected have you thought of cloning them out and just leaving the trails in the sky?

Great shot, agree with Eric, I feel the refpected trails draw the eye away from the super sky trails.

Phil

By: awhyu

Under attack

Thank you all,
Richard I used a small white reflector.

By: phil_j

Unknown Fungi

Thanks Tony, I must admit that was my first thought, it was amongst a small batch of Fly Agarics, what made me think not was that normally the Fly agarics spread outward and curl up at the ends rather than hang ike this. I have emailed a fungi expert to try to get an answer.

By: phil_j

Red and Green's

Thanks all, and thank you Pete for the HC on this and my previous shot, much appreciated.

By: phil_j

Women's 100 metres T11

Quote: Well done you BTW for volunteering your time for this very worthy event......Big pat on the back from me!

Ade

Its been one of the most emotional and humbling 2 weeks of my life Ade, being self employed it was basically an unpaid working holiday but I would gladly do it all again tomorrow if the chance came around again. My final shift was Saturday and I can honestly say the tears were flowing as my fellow Gamesmakers in my area said our farewells, we met some inspoiring people, saw such amazing feats of achievement and watched in awe at the determination shown by all the athletes.
I have a nephew who has Cerebral palsy, I see he struggle sometimes.....us that are considered "able bodied" should applaud our wonderfull "Team GB Paralympians".

Phil

By: phil_j

Waiting for the off

Thanks Ann, check out the fingernails for the Union Flag!!

By: phil_j

Women's 200...

Nice collection Roger, looks like you enjoyed your day.

Phil

By: rogerfry

Ben Rushgrove

Thanks everybody. Just got to my desk at the Olympic Stadium and settled in for another great day, the Park is buzzing and the sun is shining!!

By: phil_j

Introducing Oliver

Quote: Were still coming to terms with losing Cassie and don't somehow think we'll be getting another for a long while

Thanks Ade, it was a real tough decision for us as well, nothing will ever take Ruby's place in our hearts, and even on the way up to collect Ollie this morning, there were plenty of tears in the car.

By: phil_j

MIG 29 on full afterburners

Thank you Pete, a really nice surprise to get the EC. Thanks all for comments

By: phil_j

Banded Demoiselle

Thank you Guys, I appreciate your comments very much.

By: phil_j

In need of Support

Quote: And me

Ade

Likewise mate!!!!!

By: phil_j

North Meadow Fritillaries.

Hi Tom

Sorry I missed you, I got to Cricklade about 8.20am, had to sort out a few things for my morning driving lessons before I could get away.
looks like you managed to get some nice shots judging by this one, look forward to seeing more.
I managed an hour before having to head off to work and will upload a shot later.
maybe we can meet up soon!!
Take care.

Phil

By: Buffalo_Tom

--- B ---

Quote: I feel that there should be some separation between the flower head and the leaf

In an ideal world I would agree, but I shoot what I see, the flower was touching the leaf and I will not damage a rare wild flower just to achieve a more harmonious image, perhaps next time I may find a better one

By: phil_j