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Leora Long
{K:11135} 7/6/2008
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In the second view I have used more sharpening and contrast with some desaturation. I just cannot resist pushing the envelope with PS.
Regards, Leora
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Leora Long
{K:11135} 7/6/2008
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Congratulations on BIP, Phillip. Well deserved for this dreamy, artistic statement.
I hope you do not mind that I have also taken the challenge in editing the original.
I have used extreme sharpening and color selection in the first version.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 12/10/2006
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Thanks, Jessie! Much appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 12/10/2006
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Thanks, Fokstrot!
Cheers
Phil
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jessie voigts
{K:6772} 12/8/2006
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wow, phillip! congrats on the award! well-deserved, for sure. this is so lovely. i could feel the mist.
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fokstrot .
{K:6560} 12/7/2006
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Fantastic foggy picture. I like composition really much.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 11/24/2006
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Thank you very much, Yamil! Much appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Yamil Saenz
{K:12434} 11/20/2006
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Hi Phillip, You have a diverse and colorful portfolio and I will visit you again when I have more time. For now I just want to show you my appreciation for posting this shot. It’s encouraging that even under bad weather condition you still can come out with great images like this one. Great composition and congratulations for the well deserved BIP. Regards. Yamil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 11/15/2006
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Oh, Michele, thank you so much for your lovely comments! They are much appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 11/15/2006
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Thank you very much, Gabriella!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 11/15/2006
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:)
Phil
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Michele Carlsen
{K:146013} 11/6/2006
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Hi Phillip ! I can't believe I also did not comment and congratulate you on this image !! It is beautiful and definitely symbolizes Peace & Tranquility !! Congratulations & Cheers my friend !
Michele~
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Gabriella Carta
{K:22879} 11/6/2006
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great work, my compliments!! :)
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Shirley D. Cross-Taylor
{K:174136} 11/6/2006
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My goodness, Phillip...you seem to be 'living' on the front page, lately.;)
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 10/15/2006
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Oh, Rocky, thank you so much! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 10/15/2006
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Oh, thanks, Barrie! Much appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 10/15/2006
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Oh, James, thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!
Yes, I like the use of a thin white border in some images. It does not, necessarily, suit all images, however, I do think, it suits this one! :))
Once again, thanks!
Cheers
Phil
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Rocky Berlier
{K:2009} 10/14/2006
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Oh, Phillip, this is a great shot! I know that feeling of being unsure about whether others will like a shot but this is just wonderful. I love the coloring and the graininess of it... and the fog! Beautiful image really. ~ Warmest regards, Rocky
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Barrie Cranston
{K:172} 10/14/2006
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Great photograph. No modifying from me. I really think you have to discipline yourself with a shot like this as so many adjustments can look as good if a little different. Great stuff.
Barrie
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James Cook
{K:38068} 10/14/2006
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I don't usually use a thin white llne around an image. Possibly because so many of photographs are so dark. I like what the thin white line does to bring out this photograph. I'm less sure of the color of the border. But I'm definitely going to make use of this thin white line. Thanks. Oh, congrats on the well deserved award. A window into another world, my friend.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 10/4/2006
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Oh, Sophie, thank you very much for your nice comments!
Sophie, I look on photography as a journey of discovery! Since joining UF, I have sought to aim higher, push the boundaries, and get ideas from other photographers - particulary the ones who have achieved a number of awards! That may not work for some, however, that is what has helped me to grow! I have found the projects to be a great way to help me grow as a photographer. I still have a mighty long way to go, however, I am enjoying the ride! By the way, I very much regard myself as a rank amateur!
Good luck with your photography! Enjoy the journey!
Cheers
Phil
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Sophie King
{K:3250} 10/4/2006
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I wish I could get a Best in Project. This picture, you were unsure of, and got a Best in Project award. Its great, but really, this picture is quite simple. Its nice seeing simple, beautiful images getting awards. The image itself is great. I know how hard it is to photograph in the fog, so you did a really good job. Congrats on the award
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/30/2006
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Thank you very much, Aykaan!
Cheers
Phil
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Aykaan K
{K:13601} 9/30/2006
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excellent travail.. félicitations...
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/25/2006
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Thank you very much, Shamsa!
Cheers
Phil
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shamsa Rashid
{K:950} 9/24/2006
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well done.. very nice.. regards
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/24/2006
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Thank you so much, Emgy, for your great comments! I appreciate you taking the time to write them!
Cheers
Phil
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Emgy Massidda
{K:60358} 9/24/2006
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For me, looking at this image feels like going on a trip to a world made only of beautiful dreams where all the harsh details in life fade away to make place for a big bearable picture. Very soothing and perfect for the project. Such a wonderful softness!!!! Congratulation on the BIP, Phillip Regards - Emgy
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/18/2006
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Oh, Mary, I am so touched by your comments! How honest you are! Thank you so, so much for taking the time to write such detailed and heartfelt comments! I very much appreciate them!
Cheers
Phil
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Mary Brown
{K:71879} 9/18/2006
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nI must say that on first glance, I didn't like this. It just seemed like a faded picture. But, I figured it was worth a closer look as it does have a BIP. This is one that definately grew on me. I have been looking at for a bit and enjoying the peaceful feeling that it creates. The frame is so effective as it provides a window to step through and escape from one's everyday activities. Once inside your picture, there is a calm and gentleness. The fogginess represents dreams that need dreaming to bring into clearness. I really like the poeticness (a new word just for you) of this. It is so good that it was featured on the home page. Otherwise, I would have missed enjoying it. Please don't delete it, Phillip. It portrays a different type of picture and that is what I like about UF. There is such a variety and I am learning to appreciate pictures that I never did before. So, for me, your edxperiment was a success. MAry
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/18/2006
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Thanks, Fabio!
Cheers
Phil
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Fabio Keiner
{K:81109} 9/18/2006
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outstanding
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Oh, Doyle, thank you so much! You are too kind! :) OK, I'll take it - heap it on me!!!! :)
Cheers
Phil
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 9/13/2006
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Don't be absurd Phil! Are YOU a judge?? WELL then . . . let's not second guess them - your image and a handful of others is better than the remaining 3,000 images. Take the praise BOY!! JUST TAKE IT!!! :)
Regards, Doyle I <~~~~~
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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:) Oh, thanks, Doyle! I don't know about that! :) I am sure there are far many photos on the site that are far better than mine! :)
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Oh, thanks, Alex! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment and offer you opinion!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Thanks, Larry! Much appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Oh, Doyle, thank you so much!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Thank you so much, Shadi, for your lovely comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Oh, thank you so much, Ron! I really appreciate your nice comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/13/2006
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Thank you very much, Sarah!
Cheers
Phil
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 9/13/2006
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By the way Phil . . . you can be proud of this award . . . I count only seven worthy images given awards in the last 3,000 images! Very well done!
Regards, Doyle I <~~~~~
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Alex Trumbull
{K:580} 9/12/2006
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I must say I prefer Star's edited version below: it's just a little darker so you can see more clearly what is being photographed. I enjoy the striking black frame that Star added to bring out the trunk and [horses?] too. But I see why you took the photo; it's a beautiful scene. Makes me wish I were there.
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Larry Fosse
{K:66493} 9/12/2006
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Excellent foggy image Phil...lots of mystery...congrats on the BIP
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Doyle D. Chastain
{K:101119} 9/12/2006
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So sorry Phil! I've seen this image and have been zipping about not realizing I never commented on it at all! Not so much as a congrats! So . . . uhhhh . . . Congrats!!
Regards, Doyle I <~~~~~
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Shadi Porooshani
{K:11236} 9/12/2006
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..............CONGRATULATIONS............... so besutiful as always bravoooooooooo i like it very much best wishes shadi
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Ron Wilson
{K:18362} 9/12/2006
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Wonderful just the way it is Phillip. But it is nice that so many want to advise you. That is what the eye of the beholder is all about. Regards Ron.
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sarah motallebi
{K:1759} 9/12/2006
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excellent
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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Oh, Michael, it's all a bit of a fluke! The luck's got to run out soon!
Thanks, mate!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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:)
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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Oh, Sean, mate, thank you very much! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment!
Cheers, and happy shooting!
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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Oh, Hanggan, thank you very much for your comments and suggestion! I like your B&W version! Very nice!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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Thank you very much, Saeed!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/7/2006
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:)
Phil
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Michael Kanemoto
{K:22115} 9/7/2006
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Dang -
Congratulations. I'm wondering if there is a project out there you won't BIP...
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Sean Brocklesby
{K:126} 9/7/2006
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Just noticed that we were on line in Sean's profile!
I'm sure he will be blown away by the image too, when he next gets a chance to peruse the sight!
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Sean Brocklesby
{K:126} 9/7/2006
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Wow Phillip, you've done it again!
You just seem to go from stength to strength! You obviously should not doubt yourself if this shot is any indication of your self assessment!
Beautifully atmospheric, so very tranquil.
ciao A
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Hanggan Situmorang
{K:37833} 9/7/2006
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Excellent mood and atmosphere captured here, Phil. Very nicely composed and exposed. Here I attached my BW version, adding slight tone to it. Hope you like it :) Regards, Hanggan
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SAEED GHIASSIAN
{K:837} 9/7/2006
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Very romantic and beautifull.I love it. saeed
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Shirley D. Cross-Taylor
{K:174136} 9/7/2006
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Yes, I know...and you're welcome, Phillip!:)
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Thank you very much, Patrick!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Thanks, Avi!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Thank you very much, Roby!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Thank you very much, Ann, for your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Oh, thank you so much, Barbara! I really appreciate your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Oh, thank you so much, Hesham! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment and suggestion.
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Thank you very much, Mennat-Allah! I appreciate your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Oh, thanks, Cathy! I appreciate your comments!
You asked how much this permanent spot on the front page is costing me, shhhhh...I've mortgaged the house for the position - Karen doesn't know! :)))
Cheers
Phil
Say 'hi' to the gang in Orange. We must catch up, again, soon!
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 9/6/2006
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Oh, thank you very much, Shirley! Yes, I am glad that I did not delete it - you know I have a habit of doing that on a regular basis! :)))
Cheers
Phil
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Patrick Cowley
{K:2095} 9/6/2006
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how peaceful and wonderful...it seems too good to be true...it is very beautiful... :^)
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Avi
{K:70138} 9/5/2006
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See, I told ya ... this is indeed a great shot !!.. and the judges also have agreed now !!
Congrats, Phil ! :)
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Roberto Arcari Farinetti
{K:209486} 9/3/2006
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fine, great and magic.. just a BIP dear Phil.. roby 7+
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Ann Van Breemen
{K:13399} 9/3/2006
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Just going through your portfolio, Phil. I didn't realise you'd gotten a BIP for this one too. Congratulations. And you weren't sure about it. Shows how much you know! (lol) Cheers, Ann.
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Barbara Socor
{K:13559} 9/3/2006
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Experiment a major success!;) A very beautiful mood captured here Phil...terrific work. And congrats on BIP!
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Hesham Abouzekry
{K:15927} 9/3/2006
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I am very unsure about this one. This was an experiment! Please feel free to criticise the image, if you think it is not right, or just plain bad!!! I will not be offended. That is how I will learn.
:) i've added it to my favorite. H.A
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Mennat-Allah El-Husseiny
{K:1374} 9/3/2006
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well phill it's really very creative and lets u add a lot to the scene from your own vision nice job best regards
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Cathy Carroll
{K:28144} 9/3/2006
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My favourite photo, on home page, cool! (Just how much is this permanent spot on this page costing you????)CC
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Shirley D. Cross-Taylor
{K:174136} 9/2/2006
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Now, dear Phillip, aren't you glad you did not delete this? It really deserves this award. For me, a most beautiful poetic dream! Ann's version is the only alternative worth considering...but I love this one!!!
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 7/2/2006
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Thank you very much, Avi! I appreciate your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Avi
{K:70138} 7/1/2006
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Feel bad ??? My god !!!.. This is stunning !!!!.. this is an ORIGINAL idea !!..
Great shot ! Avi
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 7/1/2006
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Thank you very much, Violetta! Your comments are very appreciated!
Cheers
Phil
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Violetta Tarnowska
{K:24497} 7/1/2006
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Magic, poetic, lovely...Greetings.Viola.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/25/2006
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Oh, you are right, Gayle! It is full of noise. I have tried everything to get rid of it (everything that I know about).
Like you, I don't know how to do layers, as yet. I seem to learn more about Photoshop and Paintshop each time I use them. I just need to make myself learn how to takle these layers!!!!
If I have any success with a B&W version, I'll let you know!!!
Thanks for your support and comments! I appreciate it very much!
Cheers
Phil
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Gayle's Eclectic Photos
{K:91109} 6/25/2006
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very kind of you,Phil,but if it doesn't work out to your satisfaction,don't worry about it cause if it pleases you as is,that is your vision and our opinions are just subjective according to our tastes.....my monitor does pick up varied colored noise in sky and not a clue as how to diminish that unless select and apply gaussian blur...i have paintshop pro8 and haven't learned layers yet,so not sure if some layering with transparency would help or not...... regards,gayle
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/25/2006
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Thanks, again, Gayle, for your comments!
At some point in time, I will try, again, to convert this to B&W. Last time I tried it turned out very grainy. The more I tried to get rid of the grain, using Neat Image and other programs, the more 'blurred' the tree became. I'll give it one more go, especially for you!!!!!
Cheers
Phil
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Gayle's Eclectic Photos
{K:91109} 6/25/2006
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hi,glad you left this one up,Phil...the fog density contrast level is more to my liking...never have been fond of the celadon/pea green hues,but could see this working in B/W very well...very pastoral scenic image and well worth the early morn time to capture this... regards,gayle
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/23/2006
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Thank you very much, again, Mary, for your kind comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Mary Slade
{K:40338} 6/23/2006
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I really like this for its atmosphere and mood. Love the lighting and colour. Like a film to be made or a dream. I like the others put forward too. I can never go "either/or"- I find all the differences fascinating!
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Don't worry, Dave, I do it all the time!
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Oh, thanks, Dave, for your comments!
Yes, in the original image there is a sheep sitting under the tree.
Cheers
Phil
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Dave Arnold
{K:55680} 6/20/2006
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ooops, darn typos. muted.
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Dave Arnold
{K:55680} 6/20/2006
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I like this one even better. I was going to ask you if that was some kind of animal next to the tree in your original foggy tree photo. I guess it was.
Very fine muited photo, Phil
Dave
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Oh, Rina, OK, just for you, I won't delete it!!! LOL
Thanks for your support and comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Thanks, Ann, for your comments and suggestions! I appreciate your support and help!
Cheers
Phil
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Caterina Berimballi
{K:27299} 6/20/2006
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Whatever you do Phil, DON'T delete this one! Someone may stumble across it and offer you the best advice ever.
In any event, as I said before, it isn't bad at all. A few people here agree too, and I believe it also has a lot to do with your creative post work. You've turned a very difficult lighting situation into elegant artwork... :)
Now, I'm off to check out some of your other recent goodies...
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Ann Van Breemen
{K:13399} 6/20/2006
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I haven't seen this one before. I love it. I did play with it but all I did was hit the auto contrast button in P.S. then faded it back to 60%. I don't think it needs anything else done to it. Love the composition and the border, too. Cheers, Ann.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Thank you, Jo, for taking the time to comment!
Cheers
Phil
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Jo T
{K:2305} 6/20/2006
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Works well - nice tranquility here.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/20/2006
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Oh, Kiarang, I appreciate you taking the time to comment! Thank you very much!
Cheers
Phil
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Kiarang Alaei
{K:49415} 6/19/2006
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The fog is too intense and the green tone enhanced it and i think it missed the feeling of this location (IMHO) i preferd more sharpness and details!
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Oh, Margriet, thank you very much for taking the time to comment!
Cheers
Phil
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Margriet van der Ent
{K:1317} 6/19/2006
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Hi Philip..even when it is experimental it is a real beauty..because of the foggy outlook it seems at distance, but that also gives a dreaming view..i like it.. you choose the border very well.. nice picture..good experiment..greetings Margriet
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Oh, thanks, Howie.
Read my reply to Cathy. You will see that, at the moment, I'm a bit 'anti' this image.
I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Once again, thanks!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Oh, thanks, Cathy!
I wish I felt the same way. At the moment, the more I look at it, the more I dislike it!!! LOL
Don't be surprised to see it deleted! I do that, sometimes, when I really displike a photo.
I'll have another look at it in the morning and see if it appeals more to me then! LOL
Once again, thanks for your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Howie Mudge
{K:27933} 6/19/2006
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excellent use of the mist to creat a high key landscape. The composition of the animals are perfect. well done.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Thanks, Rina.
I had a look at Helen Bach's post. It is a bit out of my depth! I'll have to ask my 14-year-old if she understands - she probably will!! LOL
Once again, thanks for your support and comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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I have to admit, I don't like this!
Sorry, Ace Star, I do appreciate you taking the time to offer a suggestion. Thank you!
Cheers
Phil
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Thanks, Ace Star, for your comments!
Cheers
Phil
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Cathy Carroll
{K:28144} 6/19/2006
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Simply beautiful, I know mornings like this (but have never successfully captured them). Well done. Cathy PS I can see no need for changes.
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Caterina Berimballi
{K:27299} 6/19/2006
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Well actually, I did play around with it before commenting earlier. Tried desat, greyscale and finally, toying with channels. I couldn't get it any better. But then, I didn't have the original. Pretty much got as far as Ace did, and as you can see, it's not really a good alternative...
With the original, have a look to see which channel the blotches don't show up in and use that as your basis when using the channel mixer.
Helen Bach gave some great advice about this in the forum a couple of days ago, check it out here: http://www.usefilm.com/Photo_Forum/1/1012658/
Even if you don't have ps, the info could still come in very handy...
Sorry I can't be of more help to you :(
Cheers Rina.
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Phillip Minnis
{K:13131} 6/19/2006
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Oh, thanks, Rina, for your comments.
Rina, this is the original. You can see how little I had to work with. What do you think? If you try to de-saturate it, it looks all blotchy and grainy. Do you have any suggestions?
Cheers
Phil
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Caterina Berimballi
{K:27299} 6/19/2006
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Hi Phil,
Well, I don't think it's bad. It's just one result of an experiment. However, I would like to see more pop in the branches, trunk and horses.
If the original isn't as light as this, try a subtle blend over it. Just enough to bring out some more detail.
I do like the colour though, and the complimenting frame.
Try posting this to the CC section too. I'm certain you'll get loads more critical feedback on it.
Cheers and thanks so much for your flattering comment on my sp. You're too sweet :) Rina.
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{K:21040} 6/19/2006
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i edit it hope you like my version :) just in few min of editing maybe later i'll work again to make it look much better!
all the best
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{K:21040} 6/19/2006
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Experiment worked very well really! this is something diffrent i'v seen ... fantastic work Phillip :)
good luck my friend
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