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Copyright: Els van den Berkhof (Hendrika) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1752 W: 582 N: 4126] (17846)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-06-19
Categories: Daily Life
Camera: Sony Alpha DSLR 350
Details: Tripod: Yes
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Theme(s): All about women [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-06-21 6:11
Viewed: 435
Favorites: 2 [view]
Points: 80
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This morning the weather was good, so I decided to see if I could turn our postage stamp-sized front yard from a jungle into a garden again. I started out with hand scissors but after a while I decided that it was time to bring out the power tools. Then there is only one problem, when to stop, so that there is a bit of the bushes left. Well I had my fun, the ridiculous small container for green waste, that is emptied only once every fortnight, was soon filled, so I had to get bags. And now it’s time for a break. Would love to take a shower, but since I am not finished yet I opted for some perfume ^-^.

Now this can not give you the impression that I promote one particular perfume, would probably against the TOS, so I will add the names of the other ones I use – Organza from Givenchy and Christobal from Balenciaga. Sometimes a combination of two of them will get my sister guessing thinking that I bought a new one.

I played with the pictures I made, but decided the simple one is the most attractive, of course I will show you the other ones in a WS.
And last but not least I will add an extra thank you to MARYLOU for her inspirational picture in January last.

Have a nice weekend,

Els

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and you made a great work dear Els
perfect in sharpness and light
may be you can call D&G to purpose for next advertising campaign...
great work
ciao
Lucio

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  • jone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 1840 W: 69 N: 0] (17558)
  • [2008-06-21 6:25]

...great idea Els ;))) I like it, TFS
J ;)

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  • harpya Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 5244 W: 181 N: 6228] (32864)
  • [2008-06-21 6:28]

Hello Els


Beautiful macro shot of this perfume bottle
Here everything is fine, the flask, the feathers and the perfume,
Hum!!... me until I can feel his smell.
Visual and fine beautiful finish.
I see that you have an excellent taste and he did
a great work, excellent quality of the picture!
Congratulations

Sérgio

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3368 W: 284 N: 6439] (23904)
  • [2008-06-21 6:33]
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Fantastic contrasts between the sharp smooth bottle and the feathers! Brilliant idea, Els
Superb posting
TFS
silke

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4194 W: 222 N: 3837] (28103)
  • [2008-06-21 6:45]

Hi Els

A good commercial product shot, with excellent colour, sharpness and composition. Tfs!

Hi Els,

This one needs to go straight to the head quarters of Dolce & Gabbana! It's terrific!
I like the light shining through the bottle of perfume, so detailed. Also, one cannot really tell what is in the background, so it leaves much to the imagination.

I prefer this one to the one in the workshop.

Great shot! Lisa

Hi Els,

Wowwwww
MESMERISING !!

jp

Hi Els!

It's a great art work. Your photograph has a warm atmosphere.
Excellent composition!

TFS - Lea

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  • Dot Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 870 W: 0 N: 1402] (5676)
  • [2008-06-21 7:49]

HI Els
YOu could sell this one without getting any hassles.
Love the contrast of the colors and the presentation is fabulous.
Dot

Hello Els,they will be appointing you as a publicist for the firm,this is such a good job.
I like the contrasts between the soft fluffy feathers and the hard cool glass.The red adds just enough extra colour imo.
The sharpness and lighting are wonderful.
Tfs, regards Jean.

Hoi die Els,
Nou, dit zou als professioneel werk door kunnen gaan. Kan zo een reclame folder in, écht.
Dat ga ik ook eens doen, zo'n mooi flesje 'pakken' met de sfeer er bij.
Klasse apparaatje die Sony. Mooie heldere plaat, mooi scherp, en prachtige kleuren.
groeten,
Joop!

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  • Beger Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3046 W: 568 N: 3415] (15131)
  • [2008-06-21 9:51]

Hi Els,
Very beautiful image! Great clarity on colors! In the same time, you kept lightness and softness of decor.
Very good control of lighting and superb composition!
If I was boss of this parfum enterprise, I would like to use this photo for my marketting! Congratulations! Annie

Such a nice smooooooooth toned picture Els! My favorite perfume is Opium..(Yves St Laurent) love it! It's the only one that doesn't make me have a headache! LOVE the sharpness here...love the feathers around it!
B-)
Linda

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  • WMcK Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 735 W: 8 N: 1671] (6448)
  • [2008-06-21 10:23]

Wonderfully done Els. Set up is so simple and your results so elegant. I tried to envision without the red feather and I think I do prefer it with. It just adds that bit of contrast that seems to make this composition work so well. Watch the marketing company doesn’t steal your idea away.
Excellent work.
Warmest Regards
Wanda

Hi Els, this is a very good image, well taken, it is clean, sharp and with good definition to the shapes and colours. Fine original work, regards h

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  • Cyn Silver Star Critiquer/Silver Note Writer [C: 49 W: 0 N: 15] (312)
  • [2008-06-21 11:36]
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Hey Els wat een mooie foto,zo scherp en klaar! Het parfum ruikt ook enorm goed ;-) Goed idee ook,heel mooi echt!Marleen

Els

felicidades excelente composición y enfoque

This would be a great ad photo. I happen to LOVE D&G Light Blue, it's my favorite!
Tracy

Excellent work Els. Lovely pale colours, good focus and a superb light. TFS,
David

Hello Els ;o)

Do we love the same perfume ? See there, i made quite the same with 'boa' ;o)

http://fr.treklens.com/viewphotos.php?l=3&p=368543

Nice close up on the bottle, great sharpness and colours. Perfect light, bravo !
Gretings

Marylou

ciao Els..
really a nice subject.. taken in a perfect way.. exalting light and colours.. it's so alive!! wonderful indeed!! thanks
ciao Marco
;) soon

Do I smell here something new ?
Thats what Ad, should ask you, not your sister, Elly.!
Excellent play with the Sony.! And of course with PhotoFiltre, you really are a specialist with that.
Perfumed result, Elly.
Vies warm hier, 29 graden, de bui kan elk moment losbarsten.
Zit te wachten op een 'skypie' uit Doha. Daar is het boven de 40 C, en zandstormen. Dus niet klagen.
Groeten van Jan

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  • ttreen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1578 W: 118 N: 3602] (14419)
  • [2008-06-22 5:52]

Hello Els
Wonderful WorkShops.. I love the idea and set up! Very creative.. I'll have to try it sometime! I love the addition of the red feather! It add some color.. Wonderful Advertisement you have going here! Look very professional!

Hope to see some garden shots soon :)

Funny how you keep you sister guessing!


Tricia

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  • Dingo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3259 W: 375 N: 2713] (11644)
  • [2008-06-22 8:55]
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Els, I really like the set-up picture you put in the ws section. Now I understand how you got that reflection there.
I miss some info about what light/lamps you used, and where you put them, though...
Anyway, I like this post, it's a good product shot. But imo you're right about the red feather, I find that a wee bit distracting and, especially in product photography, all attention must go to the product you need to sell.
TFS

Els, je bent een van de veelzijdigste fotografen op deze site... bij deze: bedankt voor alle frisse invalspunten die je me bezorgt ☺^☺.

Hi Els.
Excelent macro shot and beautiful colours.
Well done.TFS.
Greetings.
H.Ayhan

I'm sorry for holland team.:(

Hoi Henkie,
Perfecte belichting! Klasse. Je hebt toch van een simpel onderwerp een aantrekkelijke foto weten te maken. Toppie!
Hans

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2014 W: 136 N: 3063] (16571)
  • [2008-06-22 16:53]
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Hi Els,

This look very "Sexy" shot here, nice colours, vibrant and rich, very sharpn object, I hope they pay you well...:P I especially like the mood here, look cozy...


Have a great weekend,

Cheers,
Sweety

:) ltr

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  • pozaru Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3350 W: 689 N: 1923] (16151)
  • [2008-06-22 23:33]

Wonderful works; congrats !

v

hi Els,

ah you and maryline have the same taste in perfume.. i remembered commenting hers few months back.. :)

must be lovely smell.. i love perfume.. i can't go out without it.. my everyday use to the office is Hugo Boss for Women or ckone. i used to love Naked by Police too but it was discontinued.. my other perfume escada tropical punch, gucci, etc.. haha i could go on and on.. lol but this is not about me but you..

anyway i love how you present this, Els.. i tried but im not satisfied with how i arrange it.. yours is excellent.. love it..

regards, terry

Hi Els,
Excellent image as always.
Perfect idea and realisation
TFS
Selahattin E

Hi Els, lovely composition with bottle, great PP work, I like two original too, very well done, ciao Silvio

Hi Els,

Excellent presentation of your perfume. Top quality image indeed.

I saw you in your WS about the grandma waiting for their grandchildren. That is absolutely the meaning of my picture other can't understand. The caring of all grandmas to their little darlings. I love your picture Els, thank you very much.

Dennis
Later :)

Hi Els,
Cannot distinguish and difference in the quality of this image and that of the professional ads.
Wonderful clarity and excellent smooth dreamy details.
Regards, Tom

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  • jawa Gold Star Critiquer [C: 1691 W: 0 N: 1] (11059)
  • [2008-06-23 10:33]
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Hallo Els
Ben je nu ook al met reclame bezig.
Deze wel opsturen naar Dolce.
Mooi comp en kleur.
Ik heb eens gedaan met een fles champagne. Kreeg ik voor de moeite mooi 2 flessen toegezonden.

Gr Jos

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  • korbee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1000 W: 0 N: 775] (8529)
  • [2008-06-23 11:47]

Je hebt je roeping gemist Els!
Een prachtige staaltje reclame wat je ons hier toont,knap werk.
jan

Hello Els,

Well, this speaks glamour to me!
The feather boa, plus the the 'red' feather set the tone and then the perfume ... well! Were you trying to entice someone!!!

The shot is lovely.
The light is perfect bringing out the shine on the metal and the glass. The smooth, hard glass contrasts very well with the soft fluffiness of the feathers. The restricyed colours do suggest oppulence!

You could have done this as an ad. for the perfume! All the right suggestions are there!
(I think I've told you before that you would be a wowo at designing ads.)

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Many thanks for your kind comments on 'Rambling Rose'

Hi Els:
This one really sets my imagination flying, " The Scent of a Woman " I won't say any more about that lol . The light and arrangement of the subject matter is perfect and the colours are super creating a very sexy mood from a simple photo, but thats what its all about..... you have sold me a bottle of perfume .. excellent work Els ... thanks for the smile....Roman:0)

Hello Els,

Well done on the details, a fine attempt on commercial photography!
But since it already is very good I'll be picky this time: Dolce & Gabbana will NEVER allow anything to disturb the logo however insignificant...
I'm talking about the feathers (?) of course!
Well done on lighting and the colours are nicely reproduced...

Greetings,
Pablo -

hello Els
what a fine macro shot!
fine details with great sharpness
lovely lighting
wonderful composition
lovely colours captured here.
great shot my friend.
regards

Hello Els!
Nice composition and beautiful point of view!
Perfect ligth and lovely colours!
Best regards!
Lili

Hi Els,
Impressive texture and DOF! Very nice and feminine presentation.
I have to try it one of these days as I trust your good taste :)
TFS
Regards,
Lurdes

Een moeilijke voor me.
Het flesje zelf vind ik prachtig belicht.
Misschien de stop aan de linker zijde iets oplichten.
De idee met de pluimpjes is goed gevonden, maar
voor mij iets te overdadig.
Rechts onder die mocht van mij weg.
( of toch niet zo uitdrukkelijk )
Hangt ook voor tekst.
Links onder, misschien raar, die zou 'k liever wit zien
en dan de grote links, die dan eens rood proberen.

Ach ... toch bedankt : altijd leuk om eens een foto tegen te komen waar je linker- en je rechterhersenhelft het oneens zijn. :-)

Groetjes
Jan

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