Spirals

The detail, even in the reflections, is amazing!

Beutiful! Wonderful!

it is just amazing...

Love this detail!

Sago Palm
Cycas revoluta

Taken with my Raynox DCR-250 macro adapter with a CCRRFD MiLC ring flash diffuser.

Thanks for all the views and comments. I knew it was good, but I am amazed how popular this photo has been. It reached over 2000 views and 200 favs in one week. That is more than double the views my second most popular got in that time. It also reached 3000 views and 320 favs in 13 days.

Winner of the Weekly Photo Contest (May 26-June 2) in the The World Through My Eyes.

Third place winner in the weekly Open Theme Photo Contest (May 29-June 5) in Karma.

Winner of Photo of the Month for June in Impressed by your Beauty.

Winner of the Macro contest in An Awesome Shot on June 24.

Chosen to be used in a limited edition 2008 calender by Debi Bodett of 33 Image Design.

(Explore: 16 on Tuesday, May 22, 2007)

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sadalit says:

Wonderful! (seen in The World Through My Eyes)
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

lynnirene says:

Absolutely beautiful. I love the reflections in the water drops, and the beautiful green color. (Seen in The World Through My Eyes).
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Jeff Holbrook says:

How is it that I am the first to comment! Perfect! Doesn't get any better than this!! Fave!
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

mick mcd says:

Beautiful.

Your KARMA Group
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Peggy Collins says:

Love this! Faved.
The Nature Group
I have faved and tagged your picture with BRAVO and this serves as an invitation to The Best: BRAVO.
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Melissa_A says:

Great shot!! Beautiful!
TWTME
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

e-chan says:

Splendid shot. A perfect spiral and the beauty of waterdrops on a fine light. Bravo !
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

greekchickie says:

The World Through My Eyes

Very cool shot!
M~
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

love-birds says:

Your picture is outstanding. Congratulations!

Well Done you have just received the magic of colour award for an excellent picture! please come and join us..
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

deaanl says:

Very nice macro.. Fantastic colours..
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

sleepyhedgehog says:

Very nice spirals!
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Uros Petrovic says:

Great, alienic photo...
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Evelina. says:

amazing shot! love the rich green color
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

normaltoilet/ LSImages says:

great capture!

The World Through My Eyes
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

docandyhutch says:

Absolutely outstanding.
I take my hat off to you :-)
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

~ Olive juice says:

brilliant. even better large. and those striped reflections in the waterdrops are very cool.
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Jerri Johnson (away) says:

Extraordinary--magical. Please consider adding this to a new invite only pool for MAGICAL imagery.
This capture is truly Magical

Show its magic to us!
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

Melody says:

Gorgeous shot

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Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

frazerweb says:

Brillant
Posted 32 months ago. ( permalink )

mind the goat says:

Fantastic

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

RINAJO.DK says:

single word: WOW!!!!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

blue.trek says:

FANTASTIC SHOT!!!
Another favorite!

P.S: Sorry for shouting ;)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

dinali77 ~ Happy Holidays! says:

That's Classy! 1-1 (Invited Images ONLY)
You are invited to add this image to www.flickr.com/groups/thatsclassy
Please tag your photo as: "ThatsClassy"
inspired? beautiful
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

NatashaP says:

Wonderful macro!

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Natures Finest (Invite Only), and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.

NaturesFinest
Please add this great photo to Natures Finest
Tag your photo with "NaturesFinest"
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

mohlat says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Flickr Elite Group, and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

HungaryMonster says:

Excellent!!!

This Great Photographic Art was made by a Diamond Class Photographer!
Please add your photo to Flicker Diamond The Diamond Class Photographer
Read the group rules please and tag your photo DiamondClassPhotographer
You may tag your photo again as flickrdiamond
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Victor Gregorio says:

Nice work!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Art4tos says:

To join ULTIMATE pro - visit:
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to request membership

I love the reflections in the water drops, and the beautiful green color.
Excellent Composition & DOF...
~Best Regards~

This photo was considered to be an ULTIMATE pro shot!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

BuddyX [deleted] says:

Great shot - it's now one of my faves!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

mmihajlov says:

Love this!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

1ManWithACamera says:

Wow! Wonderful shot.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

rurikbjornsson says:

wow
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

rurikbjornsson says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called The Coolest Damn Cool Photographers in the World., and we'd love to have your photo added to the group.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

strtrkmonkeelvvr says:

Congrats on EXPLORE

Please add your Beautiful Photo to:
Beauty is in the *Eye* of the Beholder!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Cesar R. says:

Outstanding macro! love those droplets!

Congrats on making the Explore Front Page!

Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Denis Collette...!!! says:

Seen on the explore cover page.
You know what?
In fifty years, the price of this outstanding piece of art will be at an all-time!
Party time!!!!!!
You pay the champagne?????? :))))

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Aaron Hyatali [deleted] says:

simply amazing!!!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Jelinda says:

Great shot!

Seen on the Explore cover page.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Spygirl says:

I'm speechless. This photograph is INCREDIBLE! Awe.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

infinite.magic says:

Dude, that is an awesome pic
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

salkiwi says:

WOW! Don't know what else to say :-)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Q8 Camera Shy says:

AWESOME !!!!

my eyes cant get enough of that green color

i think it would look better if the back ground was a little less clear and if you show the lower spiral as well

My comment doesnt change the quality of your work

Best Wishes (*^_^*)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Coconutto says:

Wow!!! A wonderful capturing!!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Darrin Harris Frisby says:

STRONG!

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

JoseeArseneau says:

Exquisite!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

nature_lover says:

Fantastic!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

CeeCeeDotCa says:

Excellent Capture!!!

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Markisy says:

Great!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

velyo says:

fantastic capture
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

mistymisschristie says:

Fantastic capture!

*Excellent Photographer Awards*

This is an official invite for you to post this photo to our group. Feel free to join in on the fun but please follow the rules.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

pamramsey says:

Awesome!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

saicode says:

gorgeous green!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

comode says:

very nice !
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

AnnuskA - AnnA Theodora says:

this is so cool! fantastic image!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Ken Heffernan [deleted] says:

I give this photo 2 Thumbs UP Great photo

This Photo Gets
Two Thumbs Way Up

Please add this amazing photo to
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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

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This is a stunner!
I invite you to add this great picture to the FaveMe! Photo Game Group. (Please read the rules!)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

tstrayer76 says:

Very cool shot! Nice job. :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

tsukiyo.kisu says:

wow!!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Just-breathe says:

This is incrediable!

I saw this in Beauty is in the *Eye* of the Beholder!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

felber says:

amazing
I saw this in Beauty is in the *Eye* of the Beholder!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

spidy69ca_gone for a while_ [deleted] says:

wow great capture and lovely color's....
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

hbp_pix says:

I saw this in Beauty is in the *Eye* of the Beholder!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Ecks Y Z says:

Beautiful.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

beth524 [deleted] says:

Please add your Fabulous Photo to:
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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

~Leesa says:

Awesome :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

coolmonfrere says:

Fantastic piece of art!

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

JoseeArseneau says:

A Big Fave
You are invited to add this image to www.flickr.com/groups/bigfave
Please tag this photo with ABigFave when you add it to the pool.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Mike__D says:

Magical capture! Very nice work!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

stelari says:

Fantastic shot, lovely detail :)
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Dat The Man says:

Perfect shot.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Jill's Junk says:

Wow. Perfection. Faved++

This photo was the Most Rewarding
Please add your Masterpiece to
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”SearchandReward”.Thank you
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

septembermeliss says:

this is the best photo i've seen in a really long time.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

geostell says:

Thanks for my new desktop

Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Juju | Sydney says:

Love the green!!!! Excellent Shot!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Chris (archi3d) says:

Incredible !

Your photo is superb !
Please add this photo to
flickr.com/groups/focuslegacy
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

jbwutx says:

great shot!! I like the repeated spiral in the background.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

nkdksk says:

amazing
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Bazfitheboag says:

Good shot.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Matt Hughes says:

Fantastic shot!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

jonathanclark says:

Stunning.

Seen in "Last 7 Days Interesting"
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

bh23 says:

Great picture
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

stidball says:

This is an excellent photo. Perfect shot!

Tiggles Choice Award!
Please add your amazing photo to Tiggles Choice.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Lisa-S says:

Wonderful colour, droplets, and composition. I love the spiral and the reflection in the drops.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

flattop341 says:

Another incredible shot!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Dan is awesome says:

im going to add another comment to your giant list of comments. but this photo is really amazing

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Five eyes says:

Amazing.
Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Swiv says:

beautiful - I love the patterns
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

iBebels says:

Absolutely stunning. Very nicely done.

The World Through My Eyes
Commented with SIC
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

cursedthing says:

fantastic!

Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes

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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Nicolas Moulin (Nimou) says:

a best
Please add this great photo to MacroFoted
Tag your photo with "MacroFoted"
MacroFoted Photo! Gracias por unirse a Nosotros
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

JoshuaRaymund says:

awesome!
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

RobDurfee says:

Perfect!!!!!!! What else can I say.
Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Abiola_Lapite says:

How on earth did you manage this incredible shot? I am in complete awe.

Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Yawp Barbarian says:

Wonderful !

Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

Sue...Photographically Thinking says:

Very pretty. Great job.

Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

flower_bee says:

Awesome shot,
Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

bettty. [deleted] says:

everything about this is amazing

Weekend Showcase at
The World Through My Eyes
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

' Toshio ' says:

Great macro!

Weekend Showcase at
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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

VickerMonkee says:

Very cool. Great light and detail.

Weekend Showcase at
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Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

katbphotos says:

This is really cool. The focus is outstanding.
Posted 31 months ago. ( permalink )

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