The new month heralds a new One Four Challenge, that great processing challenge hosted by Robyn G of Captivate Me.
I was heading out the door with the Hound, making a break for it in-between cloud bursts, when I had to do an immediate about turn. A promising daffodil bud had been left bejewelled by the latest shower. So off I went to grab the camera while the Hound lay bemused.
I am not sure how I am going to develop this in four different ways as it is such a simple image, but therein lies the challenge.
And once the image had been taken, the Hound got his walk. A happy ending.
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Meticulous Mick 
Wonderful shot that screams ‘SPRING!’
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This shot is already very beautiful !
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The challenge will be to change it and still have an effective image. Heat is on. 🍀
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Beautiful picture, the detail and the light is amazing!
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Thank you so much Kate. The shot turned out almost better than expected – it was hand held and the light seemed ok but not fantastic. Thank you for commenting, MM
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Well that was a very brief comment on my behalf – you took my breath away, you see 😉
Looking forward to the next 3. Simply a gorgeous image and a wonderful start to March and Spring for you!
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Oh wow! Very very nice! I love it 🙂
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Well, it’s a delightful image in itself! Perfectly composed John and the ideal subject for March 🙂
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I knew it was worth making The Hound wait. Bless him, he’s very good and patient. 🍀
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Well trained too! I had a dog called Toby who would have been way too interested in what I was photographing and promptly trample the subject 😉
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He often does get in the way in order to get my attention, but not this time. 👍
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Ha ha 😉 Cats are even worse! They either want to play with your subject or investigate the camera.
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Beautiful! I love the start of spring. Such a simple image but I’m sure you will come up with edits. I look forward to seeing what you do with it this month
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I love simplicity an there that is writ large. Th challenge is what to do with it from here on in. 👍
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Simply gorgeous. Colour, clarity, framing… the works! Cannot wait to see what you will do…
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Thank you Dale, I think I have a tough job to come up with alternatives, but try I will. 🍀
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Terrific clarity and color, Mick. Love this one.
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Thank you Jane, great to know the image is appreciated. MM 🍀
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wow- what a fabulous photo
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Thank you for the appreciation, always nice to receive. MM 🍀
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Hey MM so simple with sparkles! Love it 🐸
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And not a spray gun in sight 😎, we have the big clouds for that job 💦
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Lol ..
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It’s a beauty!!!
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Thank you so much, glad you like it. MM 🍀
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Beautiful MM. I love this.
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That is great to hear Laura, thank you for your kind words. MM 🍀
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You’re so welcome MM 🙂
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Reblogged this on Amazing Fine Art and commented:
Awesome work!
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Can’t imagine how it can be any better, John. It’s perfect already!
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Very kind of you to say so Debbie 🍀
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So glad you made the effort to go back and get the camera! Daffodils are just springing up here too, I celebrate each one. You are right about that incredible line made by the second stem and your coloring is rich and lovely too. I am sure you will rise to the editing challenge, enjoy!
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Thank you so much Carrie, I think I will have to try and throw in a couple of curve balls along the way. 🍀
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Oh, love love love the clean clear water drops… great image to work with!
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Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment Katalina, much appreciated. Looks like the challenge has been laid at my feet. 🍀
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Beautiful picture, very rich in colour and contrast. I can see the changes though out the month being eith huge or subtle. I can’t wait to see where you go.
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Thanks Ben, the challenge is out there I guess……🍀
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Perhaps an extra biscuit might help?!😀
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Always does…..👍
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GREAT composition and particularly beautiful with the water droplets.
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Thank you so much. I love the stem of the second flower rising tall and straight. A great line IMHO. MM 🍀
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This is breath-taking and so lovely!
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Thank you so much, so kind of you to say so. I think it is clean and crisp and just works. Hope to see you around some more, MM 🍀
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Hope to be able to be around more … this is such a fantastic challenge series … my problem is my connection … on a good day I can see people’s work .. on a bad day photos don’t upload 😦 Anyway .. this is a great first edit!
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It is a great challenge and helps us all break down boundaries…MM 🍀
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You’re right about that MM .. 🙂
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Love this one 🙂 especially the water droplets! Curios to see what you will do 😉
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I have a vague idea for week 4, but that will be pushing my own boundaries somewhat. Thank you for your comment, it is genuinely appreciated….🍀
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Beautiful perfect shot ! Love it !
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Thank you Diana, still not sure the Hound appreciated a delay to his exercise mind. 🍀
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Lovely!
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It’s lov, simple clean and elegant
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Thank you, I like the second stem and think this adds to the scene. Processing it 4 ways is the real challenge…🍀
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