Sunday, January 1, 2012

Theme Day: Photo of the Year 2011


This year I had a very hard time choosing my photo of the year.  I had so many that I liked very much.  In the end I chose the one that was my favorite.  I think the light was perfect on the subject and the colors just pop on the photo.  I posted this one last April when all the cactus were in bloom.

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31 comments:

  1. LeenaJanuary 1, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    I love the soft tones of the colors, a wonderful picture, Sharon! Happy new year!

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  2. PerthDailyPhotoJanuary 1, 2012 at 3:31 AM

    I can see why you chose it Sharon, the colours work so well together and the muted background make them stand out so vibrantly.

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  3. KathyJanuary 1, 2012 at 3:34 AM

    Good choice, Sharon. It's beautiful! happy New Year!

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  4. JillyJanuary 1, 2012 at 4:26 AM

    Glorious flowers. I particularly love the colour of the red flower and the texture. Beautiful! Wishing you a very happy new year Sharon and many thanks for your visits and comments over the year. So much appreciated. xxx

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  5. brattcatJanuary 1, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    a wonderful choice, sharon. happy 2012.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    Like all great close ups, I feel like I can reach out and touch it... have a fabulous 2012.

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  7. KateJanuary 1, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    Oh, yes, Sharon! This photo literally pops out on the portal. The composition is terrific and the colors are splendid!

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  8. Regina KJanuary 1, 2012 at 7:13 AM

    Sharon this is a fabulous photo for this Theme Day. Wishing you a happy and prosperous New Year

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  9. BirdmanJanuary 1, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    An upbeat beauty for the year.

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  10. JudyJanuary 1, 2012 at 7:40 AM

    such pretty flowers and color! Good choice, Sharon!

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    This is a beautiful photo Sharon. The flowers remind me of fireworks!

    I have been away for a bit, but just wanted to drop by and wish you a very happy new year!!!

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  12. KarlJanuary 1, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Good choice, Sharon, wonderful colors and composition.
    Happy New Year!

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  13. T. BecqueJanuary 1, 2012 at 9:15 AM

    It looks like out of a magazine! Nice one! Happy new year Sharon!

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  14. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comJanuary 1, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Great color and detail. Best wishes for the new year.

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  15. Laurie AlleeJanuary 1, 2012 at 9:57 AM

    What a hopeful, happy choice! Beautiful. Here's wishing you all the best in 2012, Sharon!

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  16. RandyJanuary 1, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    What a wonderful choice. I do love the colors in this shot. Here's to another year of great photos!

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  17. RedPatJanuary 1, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Excellent choice Sharon! Happy New Year!

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  18. Sonya @ Under the Desert SkyJanuary 1, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Beautiful colors!

    Happy New Year!

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  19. Ce.January 1, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    Happy 2012!:D
    Ce.

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  20. CatalystJanuary 1, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    Beautiful.

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  21. glendaJanuary 1, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    This is a beautiful choice!

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  22. tapirgalJanuary 1, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    It's absolutely gorgeous, and a nice image to take into the new year. Have a happy one!

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  23. LowellJanuary 1, 2012 at 1:10 PM

    I hope you have this framed and hanging on your wall. It is spectacular! Magnificent colors!

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  24. irinapicturesJanuary 1, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    Happy 2012! Thank you so much for this choice. These flowers are the essence of life.

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  25. JackJanuary 1, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    That is really pretty, Sharon. The colors and the lighting are perfect. Enjoy this new year.

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  26. NathalieJanuary 1, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I have to say that this photo is absolutely gorgeous - the colours, the sharpness and the very well balanced composition make it very remarkable. Congratulations and happy new year.

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  27. TeresaJanuary 1, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    Gorgeous color and texture. It definitely expresses the land that I love.

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  28. Tanya BreeseJanuary 1, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    love this!! happy new year!

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  29. UnknownJanuary 2, 2012 at 6:47 AM

    Great choice, Sharon, it's a gorgeous shot! Best wishes for 2012.

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  30. SpeedwayJanuary 2, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    It's a beautiful photo! I love the contrasting colors of the flowers, your composition and the nice, sharp focus of the whole thing, something I never seem able to accomplish.

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  31. crittoriaJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Great choice!

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