Lilies Aglow Detail
“In a balmy summer afternoon, the sun rays made their way through the petals of my fiery red lilies. Set aglow in the golden light, a beautiful iridescence appeared on the surface of the petals. Bathed in golden glitter, the velvety surface gleamed like a jewel before my eyes.
Of intense beauty and delicacy, the petals offered a marvelous spectacle only once in this unique afternoon, for the flower cycle started its decline the day after.”
Artist statement
My photographs are not enhanced; they represent the true nature and colours of the subjects as captured by the lens. I never lure my animated subjects to come close to me: spontaneity is the key.
This is an original uncropped image.
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All proceeds from the sales of this image will be donated to:
Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program NHESP
NHESP’s highest priority is protecting the 178 species of vertebrate and invertebrate animals and 264 species of native plants that are officially listed as Endangered, Threatened or Special Concern in Massachusetts.
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Carmen, creator of Art for Conservation
Lilies Aglow Detail belongs to the following groups:
Art for Conservation Available for sale asMatted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints and Framed Prints
derekmccrea
Very beautiful
sian houle
these remind me of a sexy red dress….
Lucindawind
gorgeous red
Carmen Mandel-...
Thank you Derek, Sian and Lucinda for your comments. I am glad you liked my Lilies.
Carmen Mandel-...
Sorin, thank you for adding these petals to your favourites.
Torfinn Johann...
Beautiful! Great colour, details, and lightning.
Carmen Mandel-...
Torfin, how nice you liked them. Thank you for your feedback.
ozczecho
Great light to bring out the red….
Carmen Mandel-...
Thank you, ozczecho, how nice you liked my Lilies.
Robert Elliott
Wonderful colour and lighting Carmen!
Carmen Mandel-...
Glad you liked it, Robert, thank you.
Sorin Reck
Fantastic!!!
Carmen Mandel-...
Thank you, Sorin, glad you liked it.
Carmen Mandel-...
Sorin, thank you for adding my Lily to your favourites.
aneta
lovely picture. Beautiful colour
Ellen
This also would be nice as a christmas card. Beautiful color red here, well done! (thanks for your comment)
Carmen Mandel-...
Ellen, thank you for the suggestion.
RedLotus
You’ve captured the beauty of the texture of the petals wonderfully. Just looking at it, I can almost feel it too!
Carmen Mandel-...
Thank you, Redlotus, for your lovely feelings expressed. Yes, it was a wonderful and ethereal moment, so rich and delicate.
Robin Brown
If I said this was stunning I’d be less than truthful. If I said this was magnificent that would be nearer the truth but still short of the mark. The truth is I don’t have words which fully describe this image. The Red’s are always an attraction for me & the contrasts with the darker areas too. I guess if I said this was perfect, then that would have to do. XX Almost poetic!!
Carmen Mandel-...
Robin, it is you who wrote a beautiful poem describing my Lily. It stirrs my soul to read how my red Lily inspired you. Thank you for your expressiveness.
ZuzanaD
beautiful image, really well done!
Carmen Mandel-... replied
Thank you, Zuzana, for your visiting and leaving your kind comment
amarica
Beautiful pure red, excellent capture Carmen
Carmen Mandel-... replied
I await my Lilies bloom with anticipation each year. Their beauty fill my heart. How nice you liked them, amarica, thank you.