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  Sean Shimmel... wink back at the Reaper says:

  "Adrian's imagery reminds me of my visits to Starbucks, Nike, Apple, Nikon, Morton's Steakhouse and a hundred other trusted names. Why? The quality factor.
  
  I trust his eye and am consistently pleased with his predictable quality (but never predictable images). In an age of over the top visual exaggeration and garish effects, Adrian delivers timeless, fundamental photography.
  
  Keep up the vision. :)"

  15th July, 2008

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  dhintze says:

  "Velvet G is the maker of some of the best photos I have ever seen. I've been admiring his work on arstechnica.com for quite a long time.
  
  Amazing talent and humble to boot."

  22nd June, 2008

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  jami~ says:

  "what can i say about velvet g? he is a true inspiration, whether you are viewing his work for the first time or as a die hard fan. the man puts a bit of his heart and soul into every frame.
  
  i have had the pleasure to become a real life friend on top of the flicker contact thing, and have had the opportunity to work with him on several occasions. not only is he a tremendous photographer, but also a wonderful friend. his trademarks are honesty and humor and these trarits are evident in this stream. adrian also has been a great teacher and will take the time impart his "wisdom" whenever needed.
  
  adrian, your stream is a delight, your portraits real and breathtaking, your sev shots dynamic, your eatery photos enticing. keep striving!"

  21st October, 2007

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  MilwaukeeJohn says:

  "Not only do Adrians images show us what he sees, they show us a bit of himself. Looking at the world through his lens offers a perspective that makes me want to be there and see those things with him. Not only does he offer us images, he offers advice, tips, and firendship to those that just ask.
  
  He has made this experience for me all the better.
  
  With great thanks, I tip my hat to you sir."

  7th September, 2007

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  silvertree says:

  "Adrian was one of the first persons on Flickr to enjoy my photos. Being such a great person, he was also my first friend here, and one of my favorites.
  
  To have someone putting his faith on me, both humanly and artistically, even if he doesn't know me personally, has pushed me to always try to be a better person - and a better photographer too, because he’s an amazing one!
  
  I'm grateful to have your friendship and to be able to enjoy your talent.
  
  Obrigada! :)"

  22nd May, 2007

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  annappleaday says:

  " Adrian is a most unique man whose works are incredible.
  i've followed you and learned much from you since i first joined fickr.
  
  "Velvet" himself,..is an amazing work of art!...
  His photos touch me deeply by the sensitivity, warmth, and creativeness."

  7th February, 2007

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  Megan1984 says:

  "Adrian rocks my fragile, little world!"

  4th January, 2007

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  m.a.x says:

  "Velvet G is a special guy.
  
  I don't even know him personally, but I can tell through his photos.
  
  For one thing, he sees the world not as it is but as it could be -if it were even more beautiful than it already is. That makes him special as a person. That he can translate his mind's eye into images he shares with us makes him a special photographer.
  
  But really... one need not go that far. Just look at his portraits and try to tell me he's not a great guy. You can tell by the way his subjects react and relate to him.
  
  Adrian, I've enjoyed our our many conversations on flickr and look forward to many more as much as I look forward to you next involving portrait session or stunning IR landscape."

  24th August, 2006

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  jon madison says:

  "Please, please, please someone give this man a lot of money to do nothing but produce images. I for one, would be enriched. :) It's clear that he takes his craft seriously, and far more than a few times i've dropped my jaw at the results.
  
  I continue to look to this cat for inspiration. He's definitely got the eye, and even through my interactions with him online, I know he'd be nothing but a pleasure to work with!
  
  Thanks a lot, bro for your inpsiration, and conversation. Nothing but encouragement.
  
  ...and who's gonna front on someone whose been here long enough to have the alias "adrian" in his URL!:)"

  9th May, 2006

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  ChicagoEye says:

  "This testimonial is long overdue. I've been an ardent fan of Velvet G's work for my entire time here on flickr. His use of color, light and detail are beyond masterful. His photos are works of art."

  21st April, 2006

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  holly.yvonne says:

  "Adrian is such an awesome photographer whose photos run from silly to adorable to extremely thought-provoking. I am constantly amazed by his passion and his amazing talent!
  
  And if that wasn't enough, he is a wonderful friend who will always take the time to offer advise or just say "hi"!
  
  A true asset to the flickr community, and a wonderful new friend!!"

  7th March, 2006

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  DerrickT says:

  "Adrian is an intelligent and iconographical-like person and there is always a spectacle of awakening upon viewing his photostream. I have always found that there are plenty of emotions that are tied into his beautiful works, whether he is making one contemplate, happily symbolizing such aesthetic patterns of joy, extinguishing his touching captures amongst us with grace and sincerity and giving us a moment to sit and elaborate and reflect each satisfactorily photo into a righteous awareness. At least, this is how I percieve his works, always a joy to skim through the layers of his talented eye which seems to make one wonder about the initiations into the mystic rites of life. To make it even more pleasurable, he is very kind and friendly, which always makes a difference. I am always anticipating seeing what he will come up with next! Take your time to stir around this place as if you were in the comfort of your own home, because this is what it is like being here, and we all know that "there's no place like home...there's no place like home..."
  
  Always a pleasure to be here! Continue to shine!"

  18th February, 2006

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  belliebottom says:

  "Adrian is an extraordinary and brilliant talent, his work is like medicine for the soul - it takes you on a marvellous journey that you'll never regret.
  
  Thank you for being my friend and sharing these insights into your world through those amazing eyes of yours!"

  3rd December, 2005

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  uidzero says:

  "A man composed of equal parts inspiring human being and photography virtuoso. Reviewing Adrian's portfolio chronologically is something akin to watching some unnamed exotic orchid blooming at a dizzy speed. Adrian's range as a photographer continues to expand in a multitude of directions, while his photographs retain a touching emotive feel that a viewer will easily connect with.
  
  To keep one's interaction with Adrian at on a purely photographical plane would be a tragedy, however. Adrian is a wonderful person to speak with, quite approachable, and is just plain old fashioned cool."

  10th November, 2005

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  Pandiyan says:

  "I am long way off from where I can write a testimonial for Adrian and this is more a fan mail.
  
  He knows the techniques backwards, forwards and perhaps diagonally. But what I find remarkable is the ease with which he communicates at an instinct level and the way he transcends all the rules and methods. Truly amazing.
  
  A master at work here and some shots here definitely qualify as masterpieces. And imagine; with all these he is disarmingly modest, friendly and unassuming. Admirable indeed. It is nice, Adrian, being able to observe your work."

  4th November, 2005

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  raemarie says:

  "Just like his photos, Adrian is ridiculously original and never lackluster. I was shocked to find that his faith in others, his view of life, his love of eating good food, actually outshines his blatant talent for taking spectacular photographs. He shows us the world in a much kinder light. It's typically a place of love and serenity. There's this overall atmosphere of peace when you view his stream.
  
  I held him in this higher regard for the longest time. Then one day, I became his friend. It sounds corny, but my life hasn't been the same since."

  10th August, 2005

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  Hilary (curioush) says:

  "Adrian:
  
  *speaks art fluently
  
  *teaches me something nearly every time i look at his stream
  
  *pulls a tremendous amount of feeling into even the most simply-composed shot (or maybe especially those shots)
  
  *inspires me to be a better seer of the world
  
  *thank you thank you thank you
  
  (p.s. Yo, Adrian!)"

  9th August, 2005

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  imtrendywendy says:

  "Velvet G is one of the most talented photographers I've seen on flickr so far. His talent matches his compassion for people and friendship. His photos inspire me, whenever you're in L.A. you have a friend to show you around!"

  22nd June, 2005

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  -ScarlettveinZ- says:

  "seems like everyone knows that Adrian is not only a magnificent photographer.. but he's also a very generous and supportive person towards his flickr contacts n friends..
  i'd love to tell u, that i feel so blessed and motivated by ur kind words.. and that ur works has inspired me so much.. thank you very much, Adrian!!
  
  will always be waiting for ur next post~*"

  11th June, 2005

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  A N G E L says:

  ""Camerado, I give you my hand, I give you my love more precious than money, I give you myself before preaching or law; Will you give me yourself?"
  For me Adrian, you encompass this passage--
  not only with your definitive eye---an eye that captures life and the art of being so soundly---but with the compassion and realness of....well...of who you are.
  you're a light.
  a shining light.
  a ceaseless light."

  7th June, 2005

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  Donald Andrew Agarrat says:

  "I believe that you, sir, are truly a phenomenally gifted phototgrapher - probably one of the most talented I've been lucky enough to encounter here on Flickr or anywhere. You inspire me."

  29th May, 2005

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  by M~ says:

  "My sentiments for Adriam echo those of the countless others that have shared testimonials about him.
  
  His photography is refreshing, unique and inspiring. To see the world through Adrian's eyes is a pleasure and a priveledge.
  
  His friendship and kindness is even more of a priveledge. Adrian was the first person I ever "spoke" to on Flickr...and over the past few months has become very dear to me. His support, concern, humor and insight is a tremendous blessing to me.
  
  Adrian is a rare man among many...thank you, Adrian, for just being you. (((hugs))) Rhi~"

  25th May, 2005

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  Rachael Ashe says:

  "Adrian is so wonderful a person that I can see his "inner light" shining all the way over here on the other side of the continent. I'm glad to have made his acquaintance through flickr. He's a terrific photographer able to photograph a wide range of subjects with ease and give then his own distinctive look. Would you believe the man has no idea how good he is!??! And it makes me laugh when he tells ME I have influenced people in Flickr, when I'm sure he has had a much stronger affect.
  
  I look forward to our future coffee date - hanging out with him and Seven shootin' the shit about life."

  18th May, 2005

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  iris. says:

  "where to start, where to start...
  i think all that could have possibly been said about him throughout his string of neverending testimonials is true.
  i'd only be paraphrasing them.
  yet he deserves every single word that is typed. he is definitely kind and generous, an awesome person.
  there are so many jewels in his gallery it is almost insane, and produces amazing images at a feverish pace.
  he always offers positive comments which are motivating at the least.
  what else can i say?
  thank you."

  14th March, 2005

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  *ivo* says:

  "I add my voice in unison to the choir in name of Adrian's talent. He's not only a talented photographer, but also a truly amazing human being. I am proud to have met him here and to consider him my friend even though we have never met.
  
  His photographs speak clearly of his talent. His heart speaks clearly of his humanity."

  27th February, 2005

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  slight clutter says:

  "Adrian is an amazingly gifted photographer. His creativity with the lens is both inspired and inspiring. Running through his photo stream (and I suggest running through the entire stream!) at times leaves you breathless, at times leaves you with a sense of whimsy, and always leaves you awe-inspired. He is a photographer with a masterstroke.
  
  On a personal note, Adrian is a complete sweetheart. He is helpful, encouraging, and kind-hearted.
  
  I am your fan, Adrian! I truly am."

  22nd February, 2005

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  Special says:

  "Adrian is one of the most gifted photographers I have ever seen and that gift just keeps getting brighter before my eyes. It's amazing to watch.
  
  Photography aside, he also seems to be one of the most genuine people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. It's an honor just to cross paths with him."

  19th January, 2005

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  Gail at Large + Image Legacy says:

  "I want Velvet G.'s macro lenses. No, I want his keen and natural eye for a good shot. No, I want his aptitude for kindness...
  
  Ack! Well, the closest I can get is to have the pleasure of his acquaintence and access to his photostream. Soon I'll be living in Adrian's state and close enough to follow him around in person and learn something.
  
  Keep on Flickring!"

  13th January, 2005

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  tamaki says:

  "Adrian is a very kind and friendly. His photo has great colors, lights, shadows, contrast. I like especially blue color on his photo. That's so beautiful.
  and I love to see his nice dogs on his photos."

  9th January, 2005

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  minianna.com says:

  "the first day i knew adrian, i knew that he is a nice person. he encourages me, and that means a lot to me. adrian is not just a nice person, he is a nice person with great eyes.
  
  and now that i get to know him a little deeper, i can say that he has warm heart and is very very friendly."

  18th December, 2004

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  SingAsong ♫ says:

  "Velvet G. is a brilliant photographer and an inspiration.
  Thanks for all your beautiful photos Adrian - I can't wait to see more!"

  9th December, 2004

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  dogsbody says:

  "Ssshh. I don't think Velvet G really knows how good he is! If he were to find out that he's an artist with light and shadow, a master of the macro, and that he's taken some of the most memorable portraits on Flickr, I'm afraid it might just cool some of the motivation that fires his creativity, and we might see fewer brilliant shots. So let's just keep it to ourselves, 'kay?"

  6th December, 2004

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  fubuki says:

  "Adrian runs one of my favorite streams. He gets the tao of macro! he expertly plays with light and composition and scale to bring out the charming and compelling in his subjects. a wild photographic eye combined with a tenacious will to learn new styles - formidable!
  
  Adrian is also the spirit of sincerity and graciousness; well-bred, as we say herein my parts.
  
  i find myself looking at his stream and muttering with a jealously-tainted respect:
  
  'clever...'
  'dee...ammmmn'
  'how the frick did he do that?'
  and assorted impressed whistles..."

  5th December, 2004

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  efatima says:

  "Velvet is the macro master! Total inspiration. His pictures are crisp, angle is sharp and frames are PERFECT!
  
  He redefines the maco perspective and takes it to a new level.
  
  Verry inspiring."

  4th December, 2004

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  tp says:

  "Adrian’s photo stream is amazing; you can see how his concentration shifts from something to then go conquer another subject.
  
  His enthusiast shows through his pictures and it’s contagious. I can’t tell which of his photos I like best, his natural shots or the ones taken with his "new macro lenses”
  *evil envy look*"

  2nd December, 2004

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  Gwen's River City Images says:

  "The G-man has a good eye as well as a good heart!"

  2nd September, 2004

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  Searchy says:

  "Very good guy and he takes a mean picture."

  2nd September, 2004

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Adrian

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