A leaf...

LjMaxx

A leaf...

floating in my small home made lily pond this past fall. I darkened the tones of the whole image a notch or two here plus cropped-sharpened once…. Natures own elements provided the real beauty I find in it…

Jewel tones in the water like Sapphires, Emeralds and Citrines come from the ponds surrounding tree line.

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A leaf... belongs to the following groups:

Colors of Water and Falling Leaves Available for sale as

Greeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints, Framed Prints and Posters

A leaf... by LjMaxx
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  • andygibb

    andygibb

    might be “just a leaf” but its a stunning image…great work xxx

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Andy~ :)

  • happypattern

    happypattern

    This is really lovely Lj and the contrast of the softness of the leaf on the beautiful contrasty coloured water is just perfect!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi H.P. Many Thanks! :)

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    wonderful colors

  • LjMaxx replied

    The fall trees surround this little pond I have for lily’s & wildlife.. They create some wonderful water colors in the fall.. Thanks so much Luda~

  • Ralph Angelillo

    Ralph Angelillo

    This is a great looking leaf… superb colors !

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Ralph.. T.Y. for this comment on my leaf…:)))

  • jadeast

    jadeast

    I like this Too LJ, The problem with most other “criticism” sites is that about half the people there think that it’s a license to appoint themselves “an authority” and judge everyone elses work! The real judge is the artist creating the work, Rules are made to be broken if you understand why the rule is there in the first place!

    Excellent image!

    J D

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Jade. Glad you liked it too.. Plus.. I am not very good at all the p.s. stuff and all that altering-enhancing yet..so.. I probably would have hurt the looks of this should I have tried that. lol.. Thanks again for the positive feedback~ :)

  • Scott Bricker

    Scott Bricker

    calm; peaceful; relaxing feel to this…almost zen-like….floating on a reflection….....
    very fine…. a visual meditation

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thats how I felt watching it Scott.. It relaxed my mind after a long day at work with all the people allabput and such.. It was a warm & friendly moment alone at the pond for me..Hahaha.. Thanks~ :))

  • Al Bourassa

    Al Bourassa

    WOWOWOWOWOW A FAVE

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Al.. A fav too.. Cool! :)))

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    gorgeous simplicity, beautil colors…
    a true piece of artwork… do not change a thing !
    about basic rules of photography : “If you obey all the rules, you’ll miss all the fun.”
    rules are primarily there to be learnt and taught, and as quickly as possible forgotten and broken !
    my best, francis.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Francis.. Your right I am just sure.. & I do dislike missing all the fun.. lol.. So pleased you liked this too & wrote what ya wrote.. T.Y..:)))..

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    lol, of course, beautil = beautiful !

  • Kelly Robinson

    Kelly Robinson

    CONGRATULATIONS you have been featured in DSLR Users only group

  • LjMaxx replied

    Really? Cool.. wow.. what a pleasant surprise.. Thanks Kelley~ :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Kelly..not Kelley.. typo.. OOpps..

  • Sally Green

    Sally Green

    wonderfully simple shot!!! love it x

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Sally.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • MichaelTravis

    MichaelTravis

    It may be just a leaf, but there is so much in such a simple
    subject, I could stare at it for days.Beautiful piece hon. MMMMMMMMMMMWA!

  • LjMaxx replied

    I could stare at you for days myself dear friend.. Good to see you here today.. :)))) T,Y,,oxo

  • JUSTART

    JUSTART

    great

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks J.S.! :)

  • rmenaker

    rmenaker

    love the composition and colors… it’s calming. :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey.. Hope your doing well.. Thanks.. Calming works for me indeed~ Lj.. :)

  • artisandelimage

    artisandelimage

    congratulations on the feature !!!
    (see, we’re not alone liking broken rules…)
    my best, francis.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Could have just knocked me over with that too Francis.. Yeah.. breaking a few rules feels good right now…Hahah.. :)))

  • Scott Bricker

    Scott Bricker

    congrats! that was fast!

  • LjMaxx replied

    What I wrote Francis.. No kidding.. Rarely happens either.. Nice~

  • Lois  Bryan

    Lois Bryan

    This is truly beautiful, Lj!!!!! The colorful little droplets at the edges of the leaf almost looks like glittering jewels!!!!! Well done!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Lois! :)))

  • mrscarlotta

    mrscarlotta

    This is one gorgeous shot LJ, BTW, have you received my BMs of late, re: FRACTAL Ts submissions? love this shot my beautiful friend xxxxxxxxxxxx

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Carlotta. Yes.. I did re-join the other day.. Nice of you to ck on me..:)

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    DevineDayDreams

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BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Whoa…. Thats the very finest comment one could want for Daisy.. T.Y… :))) A big friendly hug comes with this too~

  • David Iori

    David Iori

    Lovely work

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi David. Many Thanks for cking this out~ :)

  • rdotter

    rdotter

    A leaf by any oher name is still a leaf….and a photo by LJ is always stunning in my book. Great work, beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Dog.. Hey.. Thanks… :) Your the best! OOOOO

  • Hagen

    Hagen

    Wow

  • LjMaxx replied

    Wow back at ya Hagen.. :)

  • Kate Adams

    Kate Adams

    There is nothing “just about this” – so beautiful and very creative!! – wonderful colour and processing – Congrats also on the feature – fabulous!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Kate.. Thanks…. Quite pleased you liked it too..:)))

  • cherylc1

    cherylc1

    WOW~ Gorgeous!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Cheryl.. Many Thanks!

  • David Murphy

    David Murphy

    Beautiful!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi David. T.Y. for commenting here~ :)

  • triciamary

    triciamary

    I agree with your take on adjustments! Sometimes you just can’t improve on mother nature! Beautiful colours in the water also! A definite favourite!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Tricia.. Thanks.. I hear ya.. :)))

  • Richard  Stanley

    Richard Stanley

    What a delicious photo!

  • LjMaxx replied

    I like the sounds of that Richard.. Many Thanks! :)

  • Bunny Clarke

    Bunny Clarke

    Gorgeous in its simplicity. Splendid capture.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Bunny.. T.Y. very much here~ :)))

  • Ginny York

    Ginny York

    You have managed to capture all the beauty of Mother Nature in this simple little leaf LJ. I like the light shining on in and the pretty reflection it leaves in the water. The darker edges let it stand out so nice. It’s very artistic and quite unique. A favorite for me. :))

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Miss Ginny! How pleased it makes me to read this comment from you.. Thanks.. :) I am thriilled you liked it like I did~

  • Charlene Aycock IPA

    Charlene Aycoc...

    This shot is perfect. The simplicity is wonderful. Just a great image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Charlene.. Many Thanks for your commenting here! :)

  • Joseph Rieg

    Joseph Rieg

    NEVER say it was just a leaf!....It is a lovely leaf and what would the world be without them?

  • LjMaxx replied

    So true Joseph. Won’t do it again~.. :)

  • Lyle Hatch

    Lyle Hatch

    Truly a magical image. The leaf is fine, of course, but I love the colors and texture of the water. Magnificent!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lyle. Many Thanks~ :)

  • Bradley  Nichol

    Bradley Nichol

    • Spectacular !
  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Bradley.. T.Y.. very much~ :)

  • Cheryl  Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde

    Stunning work and so peaceful. Love the muted tones. Instant fave and congrats on your feature!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Cheryl! Pleased you liked this as I saw it.. :)))

  • Per E. Gunnarsen

    Per E. Gunnarsen

    Brilliant work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Per.. :)))

  • RickF

    RickF

    Simply beautiful capture!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey RIck.. Pleased for this comment .. Thanks~ :)

  • Lynn Bawden

    Lynn Bawden

    Beautiful capture LJ! Great colors…Lynn

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Lynn.. Thanks so much here.. :)))

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Lynn.. Thanks so much here.. :)))

  • John Vandeven

    John Vandeven

    Do not change a thing…It is an awesome image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for commenting here John! :)

  • Wendi Donaldson

    Wendi Donaldson

    Well I think we all like this image!! .....it’s beautiful in its simplicity. Incredible setting, Lj! really like this one, my dear!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Wendi! Quite pleased you liked it as I saw it.. :)))

  • Victoria Sheldon

    Victoria Sheldon

    What can I say that is differant from everyone else? Nothing. Surpurb work Lj.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Victoria.. How’s it going? Well I hope.. Have a great day too~ :)

  • Todd Rollins

    Todd Rollins

    Great light and color. Special ripples. Well captured.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Todd. Yes. the ripples are pretty.. It was abit windy this day.. the leafs moved across the pond like they had little engines in them.. lol. :) Lj

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    amazing work, so beautiful

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Kathy… Thanks so much here~ :)

  • kathy s gillentine

    kathy s gillen...

    amazing work, so beautiful

  • Helene Kippert

    Helene Kippert

    Wow an amazing image lj!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Helene. Pleased for your commenting here. :)

  • Anthony Hedger

    Anthony Hedger

    It is different Lj. The dark water is lovely and the leaf is cool floating upon its surface. I like it for its uniqueness. Well done

  • LjMaxx replied

    Interesting Anthony. I like you for your uniqeness too.. Love that about you.. :)))) Thanks too!

  • Troy Spencer

    Troy Spencer

    wonderful display. I think you made the right decision by ignoring the other site’s critique. RBers know best!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Troy~ I am thinking the same exact thing as you..:)))

  • Robin D. Overacre

    Robin D. Overacre

    Love how this turned out! U go Girl!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Robin.. T.Y. so much~ Appreciate it! :)

  • Béla Török

    Béla Török

    Excellent work, Lj!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Bela! :)

  • CanDuCreations

    CanDuCreations

    Splendid work in every way!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Thea!!!

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    just a leaf …but your work is gorgeous !

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Lucinda.. Many Thanks!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Lucinda.. Many Thanks!

  • deegarra

    deegarra

    IT’S JUST A BEAUTIFUL LEAF.. WOW

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Dee.. I should be thinking Summer.. not fall huh,.lol. :)

  • Sharon Johnstone

    Sharon Johnstone

    I love it!!, absolutely gorgeous Lj!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Many Thanks Sharon! ~:)

  • zulu

    zulu

    Absoluten stunner Lj, its so captivating to the eye I spent minutes just staring and apreciating the beauty that was flowing through it. Love it to bits :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Awww… Thanks Zulu.. Thats what I did when I was sitting there watching it that day.. Just a nice fall day alone with nature~ :)))

  • JenLand

    JenLand

    Very simply beautiful Lj! Sometimes one must break the rules to create lovely art such as this! Well done and congrats on the feature as well. :o)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Jen.. I guess it worked ok, Pleased for your comment.. Thank you so much! :)

  • DaRkSiLeNcE

    DaRkSiLeNcE

    simplistic minimal beauty with some beautiful colouring to match… very nicely done :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    I appreciate your commenting here D.S. Thanks~ :)

  • Lorraine Parramore

    Lorraine Parra...

    I love the pale subtle tones of the leaf in contrast to the darker waters. Wonderful image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lorraine.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lorraine.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Heavenandus777
  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Heavenandus. Was great to see this here.. :)))

  • David Clarke

    David Clarke

    An absolutely perfect shot, Lj, love it. So peaceful. Features all well-deserved!! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Dave,, Thanks.. very much~ :)))

  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    Beautiful work LJ!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Marvin.. Many Thanks! :)

  • Anthony Hedger

    Anthony Hedger

    Thank you Lj that was very kind of you to say that and you are welcome my dear friend. It is always a pleasure to view your wonderful work, always

  • Del Millar

    Del Millar

    I always love your work, especially your butterflies –
    there is something about a leaf….and this work is beautiful.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Del.. Your very kind.. Thank you.. Hey.. soon all the B-flys will be all about again.. Weather conditions have been good for a flurry of them this year.. Cant wait! :)

  • syd baker

    syd baker

    I think what makes this most appealing is the subtle colors and details in the leaf right in the middle of that vivid reflection. This will turn anyone’s head!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Syd,. Many Thanks to you for stopping by.. :)))

  • Ginny York

    Ginny York

    I love it! :))

  • LjMaxx replied

    Good morning Ginny.. Thanks.. I do too. Hahaha.. ENjoy your day too! :)))

  • Bonnie T.  Barry

    Bonnie T. Barry

    It may be just a leaf, but it is extraordinarily beautiful in its rainbow pool! I wouldn’t change a thing about it; it’s a one of a kind glimpse of pure loveliness in a fleeting moment so perfectly captured!

  • LjMaxx replied

    You are a poet Bonnie. Many Thanks for your commenting here..:)))

  • kreesor

    kreesor

    Lovely capture Lj!! There’s a magical quality to this!!!! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Keith.. Magical. I like that.. Thanks.. :)))

  • MythMakerRealms

    MythMakerRealms

    Superb! Congratulations on your feature!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Pamela.. :)))

  • Kathy Nairn

    Kathy Nairn

    Gorgeous colors and congratulations!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi K.. Thanks!.. ~:)

  • JuliaWright

    JuliaWright

    Great work…beautiful..

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Julia.. Many Thanks to you here. :)

  • Julie Scully

    Julie Scully

    It’s all been said above but….lovely image . With a lot of nature shots I often find I go back to or close to the original and that is where the true beauty lies.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Julie.. I think you are absolutely right too. I plan on doing more of the same thing. Thanks so much for taking time to comment here..:)))

  • maxy

    maxy

    Spectacular colors in the water!!! The leaf shows up beautifully against the darker waters. I really love what you did, leaving it as is and toning everything all together – it’s beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    A beautiful fall day it was. All the colors reflected in the water.. Thanks Maxy!!!

  • Mukesh Srivastava

    Mukesh Srivastava

    WOW… Stunning work…....

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much Mukesh~ :)

  • Roy  Lindman

    Roy Lindman

    Nice thing !

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Roy. Many Thanks. Pleased you commented here..:)

  • Natalia Campbell

    Natalia Campbell

    wow…i’ve never seen a leaf look so beautiful! :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much for commenting here Natalia.. :)

  • kenspics

    kenspics

    Like a delicate leaf sculpture beautifully reflected on nature’s color palette!!
    Exquisite!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Ken. Many Thaks to you here.. Nature rules!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks not Thaks. Opps..:)

  • Basia McAuley

    Basia McAuley

    Absolutely stunning,,,, it’s probably the most beautiful leaf image I’ve seen.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Basia.. That was a grand comment to receive. Many Thanks to you dear girl~

  • Stephanie  Werden

    Stephanie Werden

    This is a beautiful shot, the picture is so serene!

  • LjMaxx replied

    So pleased for this comment.. T.Y. Stephanie

  • Jason Connolly

    Jason Connolly

    An amazing piece, well done.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Jason.. Many Thanks! :)

  • joan warburton

    joan warburton

    I love the effects here. It’s perfect and the heck with “the rules”!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Yeah.. I agree in this case.. To heck with them.. hahaha. Thanks Joan. Have a great weekend and Spring cleanout~ :)

  • melant1017

    melant1017

    Only the great Lj could turn a simple leaf floating in a pond into a work of art :) You have such a good eye my dear, well done! This is very pretty in many ways :) ~A

  • LjMaxx replied

    See this is just another reason I adore so much Antonio.. You always know how to put a smile on my face.. One that lasts allll day long too.. :))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
    Thank you….oxo

  • Jacky

    Jacky

    Beautiful work !!:)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much Jacky! :)

  • Pamela Plante

    Pamela Plante

    I love the colors and simplicity.
    Pam

  • LjMaxx replied

    Really appreciate your taking the time to comment here. Thank you.. :))

  • Eugenio

    Eugenio

    :))) WOW !!!! Stunning work !! abeautiful shot !!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    So pleased for this comment Eugenio.. Many Thanks! :)

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    perfectly done

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Antanas! :)

  • jwinman

    jwinman

    very cool… I like the composition… breaking the rules sometimes works ;-) Nice post treatment.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Yes~ I am glad I did so now.. T.Y. so much.. :)

  • Visual   Inspirations

    Visual Inspi...

    Just a leaf, but a beautiful capture of it floating and the colors are gorgeous! Simply perfect!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for taking the time to comment here V.I. I appreciate it~ :)

  • RobertCharles

    RobertCharles

    this is a beautiful shot . . . . peace

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Robert.. Peace to you too~ :)

  • terezadelpilar

    terezadelpilar

    fabulous art!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here~ :)

  • terezadelpilar

    terezadelpilar

    fabulous art!

  • Shaun Whiteman

    Shaun Whiteman

    This is a beautiful piece of art, I love the colour blends!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Shaun.. Glad I shared this here now.. Good & ok. to break some rules now & then I see.. :)))

  • Cornelia Togea

    Cornelia Togea

    gorgeous, love the background, and the stillness in the image :)

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Cornelia… :)

  • Roka

    Roka

    What a stunning image! Perfect… another fave.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Roka.. ManyThanks! :)

  • Ron Fitzgerald

    Ron Fitzgerald

    More than just a leaf, great image and treatment.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you for commenting Ron… :)

  • Harrison Cooper

    Harrison Cooper

    all i can say is WOW!!! great job

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Harrison Cooper. Twice ~ :)

  • photosbyflood

    photosbyflood

    Simply elegant ! great colors with just the right angle well done!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here PBF~ :)

  • Asoka

    Asoka

    FANTASTIC SHOT!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Asoka. I appreciate your commenting here very much~ :)

  • Alex Nance

    Alex Nance

    Such a simple shot which many (including me) ignore taking it, but with the effects it becomes fantastic! Great Job LJ! it shows me that even the simple things are beautiful! (thats what we all say)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Alex.. Yes. I do know what you mean. This day the elements of nature were floating right before my eyes and I could not resist appreciateing this leaf in its jeweled water surroundings. . Thank you. :)

  • bill  oneil

    bill oneil

    beautiful stuff Lj, so simple, but so effective..well done ox

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Bill.. :)))

  • zooreka

    zooreka

    Jeez hon – I wouldn’t change a thing… wonderful and very powerful shot… Love those colours!!!!

    Hope you feel better soon!!! Sending you healing vibes….

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Zoo.. :)))

  • neogolas

    neogolas

    This is to good,brilliant Artwork,terrific imaging.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Neogolas… Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • Milos Markovic

    Milos Markovic

    Wonderful…

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Milos.. :)

  • Robert Burns

    Robert Burns

    Wonderful picture…...very artistic…the green and blue are beautiful….xo:)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Robert.. Pleased you liked this.. T.Y. :)

  • cdudak

    cdudak

    Simply beautiful shot.

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Kay~ :)

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt

    congrats on challenge win, my favored

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Luda~ :)

  • Mia1

    Mia1

    Wow, you have been busy. Beautiful image and colour. :o) Long time no see. :o( I have been so very busy and have lots happening . :o)

  • LjMaxx replied

    hope u r doing ok my friend.. Thanks for this comment too.. :)

  • Albert Dickson

    Albert Dickson

    A truly beautiful photograph. The colors are magnificent, the texture of the water, everythig is gorgeous.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here Albert~ :)

  • Marilyn Baldey

    Marilyn Baldey

    Congradulations on the top ten vote, it is a really lovely image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Marilyn~ :)

  • pjfinn

    pjfinn

    If this is the result of breaking some rules, break some more, will ya?

  • LjMaxx replied

    I think thats a good idea Pjfinn.. Thanks~ :)

  • Richard G Witham

    Richard G Witham

    Wonderful abstract design in the reflection.

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. for commenting here Richard~ :))

  • ldeiter78

    ldeiter78

    Congrats on your challenge win!!! The colors in the water are awesome!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Ideiter. Pleased for your comment. :)

  • Walter Quirtmair

    Walter Quirtmair

    This image won the challenge Jeweled Colored Waters and will be the new Avatr image of the group Colors of Water. Congratulations!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Walter. A delight for me indeed~ :)

  • eran gilad

    eran gilad

    This is stunning! i luv it!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Eran~ :)

  • Patricia Gibson

    Patricia Gibson

    I agree, nothing short of brilliant. You’ve used the subject well and turned it into a work of art!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Patricia.. Many Thanks here~ :)

  • AngelPhotozzz

    AngelPhotozzz

    Wow beautiful work it really stands out among the rest! Great work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Angel! :)

  • PhotoAvenue

    PhotoAvenue

    Fantastic…. absolutely stunning !!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi P.A. T.Y. very much! :)

  • Sheila Laurens

    Sheila Laurens

    Stunning – congratulations on your well deserved win XX

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Sheila.. :)

  • Judi Taylor

    Judi Taylor

    Wonderfully simple. I love the colors. This is artistry, LJ!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Judi!

  • Joel Hall

    Joel Hall

    Just a leaf, and yet so much more! I love it, the colors are beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Joel. Greatly appreciated & my apologies for being so late to say so~ :)

  • Svetlana Sewell

    Svetlana Sewell

    Gorgeous work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Svetlana.. :)

  • bigbear2311

    bigbear2311

    Ohhhhh, so nice!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Bear.. :) Sorry so late to reply too~ Lj

  • John Edwards

    John Edwards

    Outstanding!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you John~ :)

  • Sunflwrconcepts

    Sunflwrconcepts

    Stunning artwork. KUDO’s on all of your features!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for commenting here. My apologies for the late reply too. :)

  • SueAnne

    SueAnne

    WOW I think this is just beautiful….... I’m not sure how you did it, but you did it perfectly

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Sue Anne.. So sorry for the late reply.. I messed up some here….
    I did nothing specual but a few basic tweaks.. So pleased you liked it too.. Thank you~ :)

  • Olga

    Olga

    Couldn’t be done better! Outstanding!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much Olga. Greatly appreciated~ :))))

  • GloryT

    GloryT

    Amazing, how you made just a leaf be such a work of art. Beautiful

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Glory. Many Thanks~ :)

  • Bloodnok

    Bloodnok

    I see that I’m not at all alone in congratulating you on NOT fooling too much with this image. It grabs you instantly. Super!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y…. ~:)

  • LjMaxx

    Hi Garth. Nope.. Just as I said I did to it. It was windy outside and my pond is rather shallow.. I think if you look closely. you can see the ripples under the real leaf.. Looks to me like the reflection just covers up some of the ripples. Wish I could tell ya I manufactured this.. I am not skilled enough at P.S. to do so.. lol.. I only used a basic editor (picasa) here.. This really is as I wrote. I have no reason to pretend otherwise… Sorry that your limb just broke~

  • Jeffrey  Snowden

    Jeffrey Snowden

    stunning colors, well done!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Jeffrey. Many Thanks to you here. ~:)

  • Karl Davis

    Karl Davis

    Stunning…....

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks K.D. I appreciate your commenting here.. :)

  • Dan Terrett

    Dan Terrett

    Simple but beautiful

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for taking the time to comment here Dan. Also..Welcome to R.B.. ~:)

  • Mark Gardner

    Mark Gardner

    just aleaf, i think not !!! wonderful reflection and colour, so peaceful to view

  • Mark Mitrofaniuk

    Mark Mitrofaniuk

    Just a wonderful photo….

  • Carol Barona

    Carol Barona

    I thought I already commented on this – i don’t see my comment but this is well worth commenting on more than once – fantastic work LJ

  • Gideon Swart

    Gideon Swart

    its so difficult to get these shots to work well.
    if this is just a leaf,then you are just a winner!
    super colours.
    all your macro work is top notch.
    very nice.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Gideon.. Sorry so late to reply. I missed this I guess. Really appreciate your commenting here. Thank you so much too~ :)

  • Mary Campbell

    Mary Campbell

    Perfect minimal and beautiful

  • CarolM

    CarolM

    Absolutely beautiful!! So vibrant and dramatic. Excellent work!!

  • PPPhotoArt

    PPPhotoArt

    absolutely fabulous LJ, many congrats on your challenge win!!!! PP

  • Tallow

    Tallow

    amazing photo. well done

  • theheijt

    theheijt

    great pic, nicely done.

  • Barbara  Brown

    Barbara Brown

    Really cool!! love the colors!

  • robpixaday

    robpixaday

    This is like a beautiful dream!!!!!
    I love it!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Robin! My little homemade pond gives me alot of photo opps indeed.. This was a Zen day.. lol..

  • Tenee Attoh

    Tenee Attoh

    Absolutely fabulous, well done

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much for commenting here Tenee. I appreciate it~ :)

  • Chuck Wickham

    Chuck Wickham

    I like all the colors…and the texture of the water.

  • Chuck Wickham

    Chuck Wickham

    I like all the colors…and the texture of the water.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Chuck.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • AideRaal

    AideRaal

    Superb! Simply, but very beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Aide. Pleased for your comment left~

  • Daidalos

    Daidalos

    Wonderful

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much for commenting here D.. :)

  • genaro1

    genaro1

    beautiful!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Genaro.. ~:)

  • banrai

    banrai

    wonderful work

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Banrai.. ~:)

  • brian pendrey

    brian pendrey

    brill effects awesome

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Brian.. Many Thanks to you here~

  • 1chick1

    1chick1

    stunning colours

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Kristy~

  • David G. Fredrickson

    David G. Fredr...

    Wow oh Wow oh Wow stunning beauty in “Just a leaf” thanks Lj Dave

  • LjMaxx replied

    Just lovin that triple Wowin Dave.. Many Thanks! :)

  • RichardKlos

    RichardKlos

    Awesome!! Gorgeous Beautiful capture!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much Richard! Love your p.c. flashing me too..lol.. :)

  • John44

    John44

    ok.. it cost me 37 mins to scroll all the way down here Maxi :-)
    Question is .. do I like it?
    Oh you bet !

    cheers
    John

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi John.. 37 min.. Whoa huh…Hahhahaa.. Good for me.. I just realized that I want to marry a guy just like you when I grow up… Many Thanks~ OOO Lj

  • John44

    John44

    Excellent choice ! xxxx

  • Claire  Farley

    Claire Farley

    Stunning!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Claire.. Many Thanks to you~ :)

  • John Beamish

    John Beamish

    Fantastic image!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. so much John.. ~:)

  • Gene Praag

    Gene Praag

    The simplicity of this is beautiful and the color just makes it perfect!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Gene. Thank you for commenting here.. :)

  • Tom Newman

    Tom Newman

    A most beautiful image LjMaxx :-)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Many Thanks Tom!

  • Yuri Lev

    Yuri Lev

    Sweet and simple. This should be in the zen photography group.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hey Yurilev… T.Y. so much! ~:)

  • BigD

    BigD

    Fantastic capture, Lj

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much BigD.. OOO

  • Christophe Testi

    Christophe Testi

    Stunning!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks C.T. very much~

  • Mark Maloney

    Mark Maloney

    Absolutely so beautiful LJ x

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Mark. Many Thanks to you. OOO

  • chijude

    chijude

    Lj ... I love the deceptive simplicity of this shot. It works a treat!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi,.. I am so pleased for your comment here. T.Y. Chijude~

  • Veikko  Suikkanen

    Veikko Suikkanen

    So simply and beautiful! Wonderful work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you for taking the time to comment here Veikko.. ~:)

  • TaniaLosada

    TaniaLosada

    Jus the magic of the little things :) I love it!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Tania… Your work is lovely & I enjoy it very much~

  • Paul Thompson Photography

    Paul Thompson ...

    stunning work

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. for taking the time to comment Paul.. :)

  • EstherJohnson

    EstherJohnson

    This is so lovely and the treament is perfect! Very, Very Nice Work!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much E.. ~:)

  • Paul Scarsella

    Paul Scarsella

    Wow!!! beautiful colors and reflections – love it!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Paul.. So pleased for your visit here. Many Thanks.. Hope all is going well for you too.. ~:0

  • Blair Wainman

    Blair Wainman

    Great capture…great work with nature in highlighting its beauty!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Blair.. I appreciate your comment here very much. :)

  • RakeshSyal

    RakeshSyal

    A stunning capture!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Rakesh, So pleased for your visit here. Many Thanks!

  • Bill Morgenstern

    Bill Morgenstern

    Super in its simplicity. your colour palette here is amazing. . . :D

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Bill! Love this comment.. :):)

  • IRISHPIX

    IRISHPIX

    Amazing Talentamazing Maxx~~

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks I.P.. Love your hats off star too. :)

  • Dave Martsolf

    Dave Martsolf

    You continue to amaze. Hadn’t seen this one before. Hard to believe it’s a photograph.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Dave.. So pleased for your visit here. Many Thanks to you and I hope all is well & good for you.. :) Lj

  • red addiction

    red addiction

    pretty!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. Red. ~:)

  • ceejaycee

    ceejaycee

    The quality of the colours in this shot is really beautiful. A really stunning job.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you so much CJC. I really appreciate yor visit-comment. :)

  • Kevin McGeeney

    Kevin McGeeney

    instant favorite….beautiful…..

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Kevin~ :)

  • paul gavin

    paul gavin

    exellent shot,great composition,depth is perfect.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Paul. Thanks so much. Really appreciate your time to comment here.. ~:)))

  • naishh

    naishh

    great one…..like the colours in the water….....

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you very much Naishh. :)

  • Yvonne Hoffmann

    Yvonne Hoffmann

    wonderful tones…

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Yvonne.. Many Thanks to you~

  • autumngirl

    autumngirl

    Gorgeous!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. AG~ :)))

  • plunder

    plunder

    This is absolutely stunning! What a wonderful view of the world you show in your art. WOW!

  • LjMaxx replied

    What a nice thing to say D. Thanks so much.. Also think Yours friends are very talented and nice too~ :)

  • rodeorose

    rodeorose

    Lovely work.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello R.R. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment on this.. I appreciate it~ :)

  • ViktoryiaN

    ViktoryiaN

    Gorgeous colors! Fantastic artwork!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Many Thanks Viktoryia.. ~:)))

  • Rajdev D

    Rajdev D

    This shows your creative side, great shot.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Rajdev.. I really can’t take credit for to much creaivity here. It was fall.. my homemade pond for the wildlife is surrounded by trees and nature did it’s thing here. I tweaked very little to what nature provided me to see.. ~:)))

  • Franmacimages

    Franmacimages

    Absolutely Wonderful Post Work Great decriptions, And what appears to be a deliberate Placement of the Leave (Although i realise it is not) Nothing Short of Fantastic brilliant Work So very well Done regards Frank xx

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Frank. Thanks so much for this lovely comment.. I have alot of trees around my homemade wildlife pond. The leafs float thru it all the time in the fall. So pleased you took the time to ck this out too. ~:)

  • Laurie Search

    Laurie Search

    This is so beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Laurie. Many Thanks to you here.. I appreciate it~ :)

  • Stephen Thomas

    Stephen Thomas

    Most Beautiful!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Stephen. Thank you so much for your time to comment here. I really appreciate it~ :))

  • satwant

    satwant

    Though it is simply a leaf but its shape and placement is a touch of beauty. As regard with the pond, you have created the scene very nicely. Well done LJ.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much S.. Sorry for the late reply.. Having p.c. issues. Really appreciate your commenting here. ~:)))

  • Kevin McGeeney

    Kevin McGeeney

    I think people like this one lol ;) God this is gorgeous…..!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Kevin.. Pleased for your visit and comment here.. T.Y.. ~:)))

  • Paul Thompson Photography

    Paul Thompson ...

    Nicely done!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Paul.. :)

  • mlynnd

    mlynnd

    Very beautiful image!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lynn.. Many Thanks :)

  • David  Humphrey

    David Humphrey

    A stunning capture…

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much David,.. ~:)

  • Lyn Evans

    Lyn Evans

    Absolutely fabulous image.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks very much Lyn.. ~:)))

  • trueblvr

    trueblvr

    This is pure magic

  • LjMaxx replied

    T. Y. Trueblvr.. I appreciate your time to comment here.. :)))

  • kappisan

    kappisan

    Well what can i say…...Huge Fav!:)
    And,i totally agree with ALL the compliments above,and also the ones yet to come!:)

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much here Kappisan.. ~:)))

  • Kymie

    Kymie

    One of nature’s jewels, this is stunning. A fave to be sure.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Kymie.. Many Thanks to you.. ~:)

  • Marita McVeigh

    Marita McVeigh

    autumn beauty!

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. so much here Marita.. :)))

  • robpixaday

    robpixaday

    WHOA…..........this is breathtaking….............wonderful wonderful instant fav!!!!!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks! My little home made pond brings alot of nature things and wildlife into my property here.. I hide up in the trees alot while my neighbors spy on & laugh at me.. Hahaha. Who cares!:)))

  • RonnieGinnever

    RonnieGinnever

    A stunning leaf!

  • louisegreen

    louisegreen

    Congrats on your feature, lovely image.

  • sonjas

    sonjas

    Amazing colurs. Beautiful image

  • Munggo

    Munggo

    Superb.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Munggo.. Many Thanks for this comment.. ~:)

  • walela

    walela

    Awesome!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Walela.. Many Thanks for your visit and comment.. ~:) Lj

  • George Woodcock

    George Woodcock

    stunning shot! well done..:-))

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi George.. Many Thanks to you~ :)

  • Cee Neuner

    Cee Neuner

    gorgeous coloring. WOW!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Cee.. Hope u r well & good.. Thanks so much here~ :)

  • whalegeek

    whalegeek

    Your word imagery plus the simple beauty of this photo are so appealing. It’s a winner as evidenced by all the positive and well-deserved comments posted above.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks so much Whalegeek.. I really appreciate your commenting here.. :)

  • Rick & Deb Larson

    Rick & Deb Larson

    WOW LJ … this is so cool!! ♥ the colors they are just awesome … you are very creative, well done!! Take Care ~ Rick & Deb ~ ☺

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello R & D.. Thanks so much.. Really appreciate your commenting on my Leaf.. Cya ya both soon~ :)

  • JaninesWorld

    JaninesWorld

    This has got to be the most beautiful leaf I have ever seen. Your talent in this art is superb! You amaze me!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Janines. Thanks so much for your comment. :)

  • Scott  d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    awesome work,

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thanks Scott~ :)

  • Bob Wickham

    Bob Wickham

    beautiful image, congratulations

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hello Bob.. Thanks so much ~:)

  • Ann J. Przyojski

    Ann J. Przyojski

    ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Thank you Ann. I so appreciate your commenting here.. :)

  • Mountainimage

    Mountainimage

    Simple but exceptionally beautiful.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi MountainImage.. Many Thanks to you here~ :)

  • David Silsbury

    David Silsbury

    Great image and so very popular, well done and congratulations on being featured.

  • LjMaxx replied

    T.Y. David.. Nice of you to comment here.. ~:)

  • Lee-Anne Rafferty-Evans

    Lee-Anne Raffe...

    amazing colours

  • LjMaxx replied

    Pleased you like it Lee-Anne. Thanks!

  • lozzar

    lozzar

    Beautiful work, lovely colors.

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Lorraine.. Many Thanks to you here.~:)

  • Dana Roper

    Dana Roper

    Incredibly wonderful!!! Congratulations on the feature!

  • LjMaxx replied

    Hi Dana.. Thanks very much.. ~:)))

  • Alexandar T.

    Alexandar T. 29 days ago

    a true piece of artwork

  • Victoria  _Ts

    Victoria _Ts 25 days ago

    Awesome image

  • LjMaxx replied 24 days ago

    Thanks so much for your comment Victoria.. ~:)

  • jonpalma

    jonpalma 24 days ago

    That is an awesome picture!!!!!

  • LjMaxx replied 24 days ago

    Your very kind Jon.. T.Y.. :)

  • 1001cards

    1001cards 24 days ago

    awesome ! simplicity in all its beauty ^^

  • LjMaxx replied 20 days ago

    Thanks 1001~ :)

  • Carole Russell

    Carole Russell 22 days ago

    Wonderful work – you and nature :):)

  • LjMaxx replied 20 days ago

    Your very kind Carole. Thank you! :)))

  • Tallow

    Tallow 18 days ago

    this is an amazing shot. I need to go find me a leaf and some water :-)

  • LjMaxx replied 13 days ago

    Thanks Tallow.. Good idea too.. ~:)

  • tomboypete

    tomboypete 17 days ago

    very nice ljmaxx

  • LjMaxx replied 13 days ago

    T.Y. so much tonboypete… ~:)

  • Edyta  Pelc

    Edyta Pelc 17 days ago

    Beautiful and super Awesome!

  • LjMaxx replied 13 days ago

    Many Thanks Edyta.. :)

  • eelsblueEllen

    eelsblueEllen 14 days ago

    WINNER!!
    Mood & Ambience group
    It Floats challenge!

  • LjMaxx replied 13 days ago

    Thanks so much eelsblue~ :)

  • ABPhotoArt

    ABPhotoArt 14 days ago

    Congrats on the Challenge win in Mood & Ambience!!

    Cheers, Al

  • LjMaxx replied 13 days ago

    Thanks Al!!! Love your thumbs up~ :)))

  • Kathy Reid

    Kathy Reid 12 days ago

    Beautiful…Congratulations on your Challenge Win in ‘A Single Leaf’

  • LjMaxx replied 11 days ago

    Many Thanks to you Kathy~ :)

  • Terence Russell

    Terence Russell 12 days ago

    Before I even hit the link to see the results, I was pretty sure this would be the winning image. In some challenges I spend considerable time trying to choose what I feel best from many to few entries, and, in others, like this one, the choice is pretty easy.

  • LjMaxx replied 11 days ago

    Hello Terence. Thank you so much for your kind words and time to write.. ~:)))

  • Cheryl  Lunde

    Cheryl Lunde 12 days ago

    Was always one of my faves! Congrats on the challenge win!!!! Well deserved :)

  • LjMaxx replied 11 days ago

    Hi Cheryl.. Thanks dear girl… I am away for a few weeks and missed it..lol.. Have yourself a grand day too~ :)))

  • Jymmi Sparkz

    Jymmi Sparkz 11 days ago

    Wow LJ! Thanks for reminding me how splendid and relaxing the most simple things can be. The colors in this make it magical! Fantastic work, as always. Jymmi

  • LjMaxx replied 9 days ago

    Hi Jymmi.. So good to hear from you.. I so appreciate your comment here.. Many Thanks~:)))

  • Therese Smith

    Therese Smith 10 days ago

    Oh this is stunning and so peaceful. :) You have a beauitful gallery. :)

  • Therese Smith

    Therese Smith 10 days ago

    Oh this is stunning and so peaceful. :) You have a beauitful gallery. :)

  • LjMaxx replied 9 days ago

    Hi Therese.. Thanks so much for taking the time to ck out some work of mine and comment.. Really appreciate it..~:)

  • LudaNayvelt

    LudaNayvelt 9 days ago

    I adore this image, many congrats on challenge win LJ

  • LjMaxx replied 9 days ago

    Hi Luda.. Many Thanks to you dear girl.. I have missed seeing much here with my current situation.. I do hope to catch up soon.. Thanks so much for your kind comment here.. ~:)

  • Gary Kenyon

    Gary Kenyon 9 days ago

    What a lovely capture, simply stunning. The colours are amazing.

  • MaeBelle

    MaeBelle 9 days ago

    Simply Stunning LJ, looks like gold in a shimmery sea of blues ,greens and black! Super work,:o)) God Bless,Mae

  • InkandBrush

    InkandBrush 9 days ago

    Truely, Stunning capture!

  • Isa Rodriguez

    Isa Rodriguez 9 days ago

    aaaaaaaaaaaaaah. so wonderful

  • carlosramos

    carlosramos 9 days ago

    Perfect composition with excellent creativity and stunning outcome!

  • Brandon Stewart

    Brandon Stewart 4 days ago

    Wow, the color spectrum is over the top.

  • Steve Small

    Steve Small 2 days ago

    great capture

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