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    Ssammlillardd says:

    "Elise is one of the most beautiful people I've never met, and she's an amazing writer, and her photography is more than inspiring. They arn't just pictures, they have feeling, they display emotion, and they show what is going through her mind; even if she doesn't know what she's trying to show by her photos. She is unique, and I love everything about what she does."

    20th December, 2009

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    iancrane. says:

    "I don't really know Elsie at all...but she is one of the main people who inspired me to pursue photography. I hope that some day, I could be able to communicate as much as she does through simple pictures. I'm kind of rambling...but Elsie is one of the best and most inspiring here on Flickr."

    20th September, 2009

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    s u n ray says:

    "This stream is excellent. Every aspect -- composition, lighting, shadows, tones -- is intentional, and it's definitely a privilege to have access to these photos. This is art; this is life."

    17th September, 2009

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    //Shelly says:

    "Elsie is one of the most creative people that I have looked at on flickr. She always has pictures that tell stories. Everytime I look at her photostream, I get inspired and I just keep thinking "Maybe I could be like that someday". Her photostream just keeps getting better and better, keep it up gorgeous!"

    24th April, 2009

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    Erika Acode says:

    "I'm always more than impressed with absolutely allll of your photos.
    Each one makes me smile (: & You're freaking amazing Elsie."

    14th April, 2009

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    Brandy Flowers says:

    "Elsie is, for lack of a better word, simply great at what she does. ever since a friend showed me her photography myspace, i've looked up to her and admired her photos. the pictures she take are all unique and crystal clear, really creative, and when there are people in them, they always look intrigued. i also love all of Her self-portraits, alot of these ideas are things i could never come up with in my wildest imagination. Even though I'm only about a year or so younger than Elsie, i hope one day i'm as good as her."

    14th April, 2009

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    anna hollow says:

    "I love you ♥"

    14th April, 2009

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    cortnie dee. says:

    "Whenever I see one of her pictures on the 'Contact's Recent Updates' chunk, I'm compelled to click on it - even from a tiny thumbnail, I know its going to be amazing.

    Her work is just brilliant, no doubt about it. Everything has a different, wonderful feel to it. I just LOVE her work."

    13th April, 2009

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    Jordan Tiberio says:

    "I. Love. Elsie's. Photostream. Her's has to be one of my favorites, hands down. The way she put photographs together and how she processes them are perfect. I love seeing new photos from her, they're always so different and unique from the previous. You should probably like her work as much as I do. :)"

    8th April, 2009

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    lá-coffín says:

    "I don't know where to start.
    Elsie's all in all amazing, and she simply inspire me.
    She never runs out of ideas, and she's one of the most interesting girl i've ever run across to.
    she seems very intellegent and creative, keep up the good work ;]"

    5th April, 2009

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    Jenna Hammond. says:

    "Freaking amazing. I'm always coming to her stream for inspiration, and just to see really cool pictures. It's a unique photostream for sure. I love all of the different locations I've seen in it. It's just really amazing. =]"

    31st March, 2009

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    Samantha Slupski says:

    "tuff teal is magnificent.
    She is really a great photographer. She has great ideas.
    And she is creative.
    And on top of that she is really pretty.
    I give this girl props.
    She is fantastic!"

    29th March, 2009

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    EWCRISTIAN says:

    "Elsie photos intermix a sense of realism with an artistic touch leaving you awed, I always look to her page for inspiration, her pictures are always getting better by every upload. craving. wanting. for more. to see more. Basically whenever I see diptychs I always think of elsie, & how she incorporates it into most of her photos. She's definitely going to go places people."

    26th March, 2009

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    Yasminagraphy says:

    "I do love visiting your stream. its interesting, inspiring and sometimes amusing (horse)
    :)
    keep at it"

    19th March, 2009

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    justagirlwithcamera says:

    "I feel like every photo by tuff teal has her personality. All of her photos feel like more than just pictures, it is part of her. I think that is very unique."

    8th February, 2009

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    Kevin Cortopassi says:

    "elsie's ability to take multiple pictures and put them together amazes me. her photography is just amazing, her perspective and creativity are just great. :]

    and check out her tumblr, its fun to read"

    3rd February, 2009

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    L4UR3NL36IT says:

    "Elsie is such an amazing photographer and possibly one of the sweetest girls Ive ever met and talked to. Her work is such an inspiration to me. Anytime I look at it, it just makes me want to work that much harder. And each time I look at her photos, Im amazed. I know if she keeps it up, shell go so far with her photography.

    She'll be famous one day, Im sure of it.
    (:"

    3rd February, 2009

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    duiceburger says:

    "tuff teal, knows how to dress, and looks great in a par of glasses."

    25th January, 2009

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    /Monica says:

    "Hello,I think Elsie's work is Amazing! i have seen her photos on myspace and thought they were really good,and i love her style!."

    22nd January, 2009

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    elizajulia says:

    "hi! so, i have been flickr friends with tuff teal for less than a day, and the minute i saw her photostream i looked through every single photo. each one is captivating, one of those things that makes you think "wow, exactly how many artists are there in the world?". i'm not sure if that made any sense.

    anyway, her photos are amazing! plus, she shoots on the same camera as myself, and she named hers charlie -- so it's all good in the hood."

    21st January, 2009

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    True Image Photography says:

    "I have to say that your photostream is a bit addicting. I started browsing your new uploads but got sucked in to the wonderful-ness. haha Keep up the good work darling. I'm lovin' it!"

    13th January, 2009

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    its.grace says:

    "Elsie is amazing.
    She does amazing (I really need a new word) things where you put the two photos together - they always fit together so well (I can't remember what they're called though)
    :)"

    7th January, 2009

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    kriskidd Photography says:

    "Elsie is an insanely talented young photographer. Her photos are a throwback to everything retro, with the twist of the modern age, her photos are quirky, endearing, and always heartfelt.
    i have an artistic crush on Elsie... true story"

    21st December, 2008

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    Kiersten Smith says:

    "If I'm ever lacking inspiration, EVER, I can... and always do come to Ms. Elsie's stream and immediately I'm inspired. Her creativity is unbelievable and maybe... ONE day, I'll be half as good as Ms. Elsie."

    18th December, 2008

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    LAURENELLE says:

    "you are just unreal. unreal photography, and unreal style. lovelovelove."

    16th December, 2008

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    jo-lyn says:

    ":)
    check her out!
    she is my big sister!"

    8th December, 2008

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    elizabeth-mae swenson says:

    "everyone, this girl, elsie, is amazing. her photos are always so full of color and happiness...i always get wonderful vibes from each and every one of her photos on her stream. she is also very kind and super sweet...i advise you to check out her stream, she's a beautiful girl and a wonderful flickr friend! and oh i forgot to mention, her diptychs always amaze me, they are my favorite! keep it up the fantastic work, girl! :)"

    30th November, 2008

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    LlNDSEY TRAN says:

    "tuff teal's photostream is... fucking amazing. AHAHA. yeah no one even curses on this site, so i will. but yes, the way that she puts pictures into diptychs, triptychs, etc. is the definition of perfection."

    25th October, 2008

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    Graham Blackall says:

    "I've been talking to Elsie on myspace for a bit, before she made the amazing choice to create her own Flickr.
    What I really like about Elsie's photos is the emotion and creativity that is apparent in every single photograph on her stream.
    She made a smart decision buying Charlie too! :)"

    21st October, 2008

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    chryselventura says:

    "i like her style, originality, and her "2-in-1" collaboration pictures. and shes freaking adorable. enough said :)"

    16th October, 2008

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    matthew.goli says:

    "Elsie, also known as Lydia, has a really creative side to her. I've seen a lot of her work and her pictures really inspire me. Her creativity never fails to amaze me and she always has bright, new ideas. She's a beautiful, talented young girl and I hope that we could work together in the near future. (;"

    15th October, 2008

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    *Kat says:

    "wow! girls got talent. elsie's images are some of the most creative out of all my contacts. a few of my favorites include the self portraits with water and her band shots! her vintage inspired photos are classic and captivating!"

    8th October, 2008

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    Antorcha Photography says:

    "With only 112 pictures, Elsie's images have captivated me already. Everyday I must check if there are any new pictures. I know for a fact that she will continue to improve. Her photostream is full of a distinct feel. Maybe it's the editing, maybe it's the depth of focus, or maybe she adds a little of this and that into every picture. Oh, did I mention she's freakishly gorgeous?
    :]"

    6th April, 2008

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