Sunday, February 5, 2012

Gem Glow

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The facets on the centre stone of my favourite ring aren't as clear as I had hoped,
but as it turns out, I am really more taken with the reflections on the wood.


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37 comments:

  1. Oh Karen, that is beautiful what a beautiful ring.
    I love the colours and the reflections.

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  2. This is so delightful, Karen, and so beautiful! I, too, love the colors and reflections! Terrific capture for the day! Hope you've had a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  3. What a beautiful ring.
    Great macro shot, love the colors and reflections.

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  4. The colours and the reflection make the shot brilliant, love it!

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  5. no wonder you love this ring
    it's gorgeous

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  6. sparkles and reflections - xcelent!

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  7. Oh yes! Beautiful, no matter how you look at it!

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  8. I know the ring is beautifully shot but the reflection is just stunning!! Love it! Thanks for the visit I do appreciate it.

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  9. Such a gorgeous shot!

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  10. wow, that is pretty--the colors of summer sunset set into a ring.

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  11. Love the sheen, glitter, shine.. whatever you call it. And such lovely colours.

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  12. Such beautiful colors....I love the reflections too.

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  13. Thats beautiful Karen..... good work again.

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  14. Hi there - I agree with you - I like the reflections - they seem to create a sense of motion.

    Stewart M - Australia

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  15. Un stupendo dettaglio e una foto molto bella con dei bei colori.
    Complimenti, ciao e buona giornata! Cri : )

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  16. If I had a ring like that, I wouldn't be looking at its reflection on the wood...I'd be staring at its beauty on my fingers!!!

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  17. Great ring anyway! Love the reflections as well.
    Best regards, marion

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  18. Karen, this is absolutely stunning! I love how the background complements the colors in the ring. Beautifully photographed!

    Thank you so very much for sharing with us today at The Creative Exchange.

    Have a wonderful day!

    lisa.

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  19. I agree it is the light and reflections that make this shot special

    Mollyxxx

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  20. Gorgeous! You must feel regal when you wear it.

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  21. Superb macro, love the light, color and texture, precious jewel.

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  22. All of it is great! Love the reflections.

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  23. It's a neat photo, the reflections are very nice.

    Getting details in gemstones are tough. Maybe a smaller aperture, like f20, would help.

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  24. I agree, the reflections are stunning. :)

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  25. I love the colors and reflections! Gorgeous eye-catching shot.

    Happy MM

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  26. Wow,,, for a glittering stylish image, beautiful,
    Thanks for the nice comment on my blog.

    Good Tuesday and hug from Marit, Norway.

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  27. Beautiful rich colours, a wonderful image.

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  28. All looks very golden and warm. The reflections really do add to the photo.

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  29. what a fabulous capture. The ring with all of its facets are beautiful and the shadows so nice. YOu have a grand shot here. Everything is beautiful and perfect about it. genie

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  30. Gorgeous ring!

    I love crystals and semi precious stones. I want to go to Brazil and buy some when I become a billionaire :)


    Cheers!

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  31. Wow..the colors are beautiful, and the reflection is just awesome.

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  32. Gorgeous! Both the photo and the ring!!

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