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I enjoy the FLickr community and have "met" so many wonderful people. Generous with comments, help, and ideas. That's the best part for me, and I hope it is for you as well.


I have a "real" day job, but love photography and travel, which was my inspiration for setting up this Flickr page. I wish I could travel when ever I wanted too, just so I could take pictures all the time. The age of digital photography has really changed things. I can't believe there was a time when I said "digital camera....why would I want one of those?"

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pink to drink by slcook52 (Sylvia)


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"Those who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night." by slcook52 (Sylvia)


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“Never say there is nothing beautiful in the world anymore. There is always something to make you wonder in the shape of a tree, the trembling of a leaf.” by slcook52 (Sylvia)


“Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look at what they can do when they stick together.” by slcook52 (Sylvia)

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    **Aina** says:

    "Sylvia was one of my first contacts here on Flickr. I was so impressed and still are. She is one of my greatest inspirations. i look forward to see her pictures every day. She is one of Flickrs best i think. Her bokeh and children portraits are so professional and natural. Thank you Silvia for being such a great inspiration and great friend to me"

    31st May, 2009

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    Isabelle♥Lafrance says:

    "Sylvia's work is always so wonderful and magical... I believe her camera is a magic wand in her talented hands, for everything it captures is touched by pure elegance... When I joined Flickr and found her stream, I thought I had found photographic heaven... I can only dream of getting just a bit as good as she is...

    Thank you Sylvia for your constant inspiration and friendship,

    Hugs,

    Isabelle xoxox"

    5th February, 2009

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    mslori411 (Flickr break) says:

    "This testimonial is LONG overdue.....

    What can I say about Sylvia that hasn't already been said? She is amazing! I just adore her whole stream! Every photo she uploads is so beautiful.....I fave just about all of her shots. Such a talented photographer.....She rocks! She produces amazing bokeh shots, and I just love her macros of drops!

    Sylvia is also such a nice person. She always takes the time to leave me wonderful comments on my photos. I really enjoy reading what she has to say. :) She is a sweetheart!

    Thanks for being such a great Flickr friend Sylvia! :) You rock girl! Keep doing what you're doing! HUGS!"

    29th January, 2009

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    teresa~ says:

    "Sylvia, I adore your stream!!! I have to say that it is one of my absolute favourites here in Flickrland. I can safely say that I fave practically every upload of yours - your talent is that immense.

    I really admire your eye for things beautiful and your processing is always perfect for the shot. I love when I see a comment from you on my stream - it makes me think I am doing something right!!!

    Thanks for sharing your works of art with us and for your lovely friendship:))"

    25th January, 2009

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    Martha★ (Pixel Lounge Studio) says:

    ""Well I have never met Sylvia, personally that is, but I think we would make great next door neighbours. I have come to know her,well her Flickring self over the past couple weeks and month, and I have reason to believe that she is a great down to earth type of person. I like to smile back at her icon and say " Hey Sylvia, how goes your day?" when I see she has left a comment. I am continuely left encouraged by her kind comments.

    I really have enjoyed wandering through her Gallery and I am looking forward to see more of her amazing work!!!
    Martha :)"

    17th January, 2009

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    Kristybee says:

    "Sylvia's stream is full of true beauty! Whether it is a nature shot, a bokeh shot, or something from her travel archives she inspires me with her talent. She is a true artist. I hope she doesn't mind me calling her a Flickr friend :-) She is not only talented, but a very sweet person with a great sense of style..which comes through in her work. She makes you want to walk with her where ever she goes and see the world as she sees it. She finds all this beauty..and it really inspires people (which is why she is on Explore everyday) ;-)

    Thank you Sylvia for being a friend and for sharing your work with all of us :-) xxxx"

    5th January, 2009

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    *GloriousNature*bySusanGaryPhotography says:

    "Sylvia is a wonderful Flickr Friend of mine...we've known each other now for about six months...and I am always so amazed at her very talented work..I have learned so very much from her...just things about focusing...composition...lighting...but I still have a long way to go....Sylvia..I am so happy that as time goes on..we are developing a wonderful friendship...and I want to thank you for always taking the time to help me out when I have questions...you are so very generous with your time helping me and helping countless others here on Flickr..! xxxoo! Sue"

    3rd December, 2008

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    Lollygagging says:

    "Sylvia, your talent is incredible, your photos are beautiful. I've not known you long but more than your photos inspiring me, your words of encouragement inspire me. Thank you for your time, your kindness, your enthusiasm, your support and your continued presence in my photo world. I look forward to learning from your incredible photography, and I am thankful you are in my Flickr world :-)

    Thanks again for everything!
    Amy."

    21st November, 2008

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    clairepennphoto says:

    "Well where to start... 'beauty' seems as good a place as any! That about sums up what you will see in every single photo on Sylvias stream. She's queen of the Front Page and deservedly so... she should be on it every day. :) Quite apart from the photos, she is a gorgeous person who has me in stitches almost every day with her comments. All in all she makes Flickr a very pleasant place to be.

    I'm so glad we became Flickr friends Sylvia. You are so talented. Much love, Claire xox

    P.S. Now will you please tell me how to do the heart bokeh?!!! :-)"

    14th November, 2008

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    Joel Olives says:

    "Sylvia's photostream.... where to begin...

    If you're looking for absolute beauty, wonderful color, and a truly unique eye toward composition, you're looking at the right stream. Sylvia has a unique natural style that captures the very essence of the natural work. Her shots often find detail in a subject that you'd miss when just viewing the flower, plant, etc. I look forward to the gorgeous additions to her stream each day!"

    27th October, 2008

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    Edmond Valerio says:

    "" Sylvia " is a very creative and talented photographer and I love to check daily his stream be it nature photographs or common scene in our daily lives. She has great talent and I am amazed about the vastness of her skills in dealing with images enables her to produce outstanding works that really shows the depth of a scene and vividly brings out the meaning of a picture to life.
    You are one of the people who make Flickr so much fun.Thank's Sylvia for sharing your skills and talent with us.
    Go on with the creative work of yours my friend, and spread the joy among us with your lovely photographs."

    17th October, 2008

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    ~ Stormin' Arizona ~ says:

    "Sylvia has been and continues to be one of the most inspirational photographers on Flickr, for me. I have been in awe of her creative abilities since the very 1st time I laid eyes on her beautiful and artistic photography. Sylvia is “one of a kind” whose stream reflects her prolific passion and love for capturing select moments within a given time. Whenever I open one of her current shots, I am reminded to better myself as a student of photography and to look thru the lens in a different way. Sylvia has changed the way I see the world and how the world looks thru my lens. Thank you for all of your time, your guidance, patience and creative stimulation… but mostly, Sylvia, thank you for being such a great Flickr friend who continues to support others with daily comments, in addition to maintaining an unbelievable and great portfolio of work!
    Keep the inspiration coming...
    Storm"

    9th October, 2008

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    suezart (still off designing,miss you! ) says:

    "I cannot believe there is not a testimonial written for Sylvia yet. I am excited to be the first.

    I am blown away by her photography . I am relatively new to flickr and have been delighted by her stream. There is consistently a high level of quality throughout her work. I enjoy seeing all the different kinds of artistic chances she takes. She challenges herself to experiment and play.

    Her body of work ranges across the board from breathtaking bokeh florals, hairy critters , far away lands, and so much more! Her water refraction work is some of the best on Flickr. Her feel for composition, Bokeh is all amazing. She never " gilds the lily" and knows how to compose shots with a clear vision and a sense of understanding . A great artist!

    She is also very kind and generous with comments to others and has a fun playful sense of humor. I feel blessed to have Sylvia as Flickr friend. Thanks Sylvia for sharing your beautiful photographs with the world!"

    1st September, 2008

Name:
Sylvia
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Newcastle, Washington, USA
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