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The Fruit that tempted Adam


The Fruit that tempted Adam
Photo Information
Copyright: Helen Matten (Helkoryo) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2074 W: 251 N: 4932] (21996)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-08-19
Categories: Daily Life, Nature
Camera: Canon EOS 400D/Rebel XTi, Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/200 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Friday Theme 2008/05/30 "Fruit", Out of Border (OOB) Images [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-05-29 0:31
Viewed: 710
Favorites: 3 [view]
Points: 128
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Good morning peeps

I decided not to go for an indoor shoot for this weeks theme and instead have used an image I took in the autumn.

I think you would have to look hard to find a more refreshing looking apple, is it any wonder Adam was tempted?

If you have a cup of coffee to hand and some time to spare then there is some interesting info below taken from Wikipedia

Botanic fruit and culinary fruit

Some vegetables fall into both categories.Many foods are botanically fruit, but are treated as vegetables in cooking and food preparation. These include cucurbits (e.g., squash, pumpkin, and cucumber), tomato, peas, beans, corn, eggplant, and sweet pepper, spices, such as allspice and chillies.

Occasionally, though rarely, a culinary "fruit" is not a true fruit in the botanical sense. For example, rhubarb is often referred to as a fruit, because it is used to make sweet desserts such as pies, however only the petiole of the rhubarb plant is edible. In the culinary sense, a fruit is usually any sweet tasting plant product associated with seed(s), a vegetable is any savoury or less sweet plant product, and a nut any hard, oily, and shelled plant product.

Although a nut is a type of fruit, it is also a popular term for edible seeds, such as peanuts (which are actually a legume) and pistachios. Technically, a cereal grain is a fruit termed a caryopsis. However, the fruit wall is very thin and fused to the seed coat so almost all of the edible grain is actually a seed. Therefore, cereal grains, such as corn, wheat and rice are better considered edible seeds, although some references list them as fruits. Edible gymnosperms seeds are often misleadingly given fruit names, e.g. pine nuts, ginkgo nuts, and juniper berries.

Fruit development

The development sequence of a typical drupe, the nectarine (Prunus persica) over a 4½ month period, from flower budding to fruit ripening

Fruit anatomy
A fruit is a ripened ovary. After the ovule in an ovary is fertilized in a process known as pollination, the ovary begins to ripen. The ovule develops into a seed and the ovary wall pericarp may become fleshy (as in berries or drupes), or form a hard outer covering (as in nuts). In some cases, the sepals, petals and/or stamens and style of the flower fall off. Fruit development continues until the seeds have matured. With some multiseeded fruits the extent to which the flesh develops is proportional to the number of fertilized ovules.

The wall of the fruit, developed from the ovary wall of the flower, is called the pericarp. The pericarp is often differentiated into two or three distinct layers called the exocarp (outer layer - also called epicarp), mesocarp (middle layer), and endocarp (inner layer). In some fruits, especially simple fruits derived from an inferior ovary, other parts of the flower (such as the floral tube, including the petals, sepals, and stamens), fuse with the ovary and ripen with it. The plant hormone ethylene causes ripening. When such other floral parts are a significant part of the fruit, it is called an accessory fruit. Since other parts of the flower may contribute to the structure of the fruit, it is important to study flower structure to understand how a particular fruit forms.

Fruits are so diverse that it is difficult to devise a classification scheme that includes all known fruits. Many common terms for seeds and fruit are incorrectly applied, a fact that complicates understanding of the terminology. Seeds are ripened ovules; fruits are the ripened ovaries or carpels that contain the seeds. To these two basic definitions can be added the clarification that in botanical terminology, a nut is not a type of fruit and not another term for seed, on the contrary to common terminology.

ADDITION

"Adam's apple" Etymology
"Adam's apple" is a reference to forbidden fruit in the biblical book of Genesis. Though the text does not mention the laryngeal prominence or even an apple specifically, popular tradition traces the origin of the prominence to a piece of the forbidden fruit becoming caught in Adam's throat.


OK so i hope you digested all that "Fruity" information :-)

Looking forward to seeing all the fruity shots today and tomorrow in the gallery.

TTFN kind regards Smurfie
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Hi Blondie
Beautifuly done shot, excellent composition and superbly framed
Have a good day
Cheers
Pez

Beautiful colour and the water drops are wonderful. Good framing too.
Best wishes,
Achim

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  • puffy Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1933 W: 132 N: 3028] (16575)
  • [2008-05-29 0:42]

Hello Helen,

Nice one... sure look tempting, I love the sharpness here, soooo clear and in details! The waterdrops is very nice too, make the apples look more delicious! :D

have a nice day,

Cheers,
Sweety

p.s and thanks for the theme again...:D

oh Smurfie,

not just Adam.. but im tempted by this too.. i mean apples in the rain.. ermm mmm.. wish we can plant apple easily here but impossible unless im somewhere near mount kinabalu outside kk..

very well done.. love it.. im dreaming of picking apples.. not just me but most of the peoples here.. hehe..

regards, terry

hi helen

brilliant shot with amazing details and clarity
very nice drops of water
i love the clarity of the scene
good pp work

this is the fruit that tempted Adam and everything changed afterwards... imagine the power of apple.... lol

greetings
js

*Yum*
This looks great helen
Wonderful POV
Love the border.
Thanks danni

Amazing picture !!so fresh...so clear....so inviting ;))))

Perfect dear Helen
warm regards
biljana

Beautifull image Helen, very nice details,
sharp and precisely, great composition!!!
TFS

Have a nice day!

Hello Helen,

What a great shot to begin this interesting theme!
The fruits are so sharp and detailed. They look to be bursting out of my monitor with your clever framing. And the rain droplets ... they make the apples look so mothwateringly delicious!

Many thanks for this and for taking so much trouble to keep us all entertained with your 'Themes'.

Kind regards,
Bev :-)

Lovely muted colours Helen and the droplets are nicely in focus. Excellent artwork to finish the product. TFS and the grey cell challenge,
David

hi helen,

superb detail here, pinsharp and the water is fantastic..

great colours and great pov and good pp work...very nice1..

and great for the fruit theme...

cheers..harry

Hi Helen,
They sure look fresh and juicey, pin sharp exposure.
They appear to pop straight out of your clever frame.
Well done.
Pete.

Hi Helen

Beautiful shot
The rain on the apples are lovely
Love the frame, would love to know how that is done :P

Regards
Tracey

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  • pozaru Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3301 W: 676 N: 2053] (16615)
  • [2008-05-29 1:45]

hahaha, so we have here "The Fruit" !!!

v

Hi, Helen -
Luscious-looking image! The fruit is perfectly lighted, with sharp details (especially the water droplets) and vibrant colors. I don't usually pay much attention to added borders, but this one is so integrated with the photo that it caught my eye, and it is really creative and used well. Good theme, informative note. Cheers!

Correction Helen. Eve tempted Adam with a fruit - the Bible doesn't say "APPLE", it says "FRUIT". But apart from that your notes are very interesting - thank you.

And what a lovely image and framing. The rain on the apples, and your cropping make a pretty picture. Lovely fresh colours - makes me want to take a bite!

Janice

Lovely image, clever framing too. Nice narrow DOF makes the apples stand out too..
David

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  • juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2514 W: 0 N: 972] (13702)
  • [2008-05-29 3:26]

Hola amida,
vivida compo,
detalles y selecto pov.
hermosa compo...
saludos

high definition, good effect frame, excellent photos
My complimets
regards
François

Bom dia Helen


Great composition. Spectacular done.

My regards

Teresat

Hi Helen,

Indeed when you have such a beautiful capture of apples in stock then there is no need to go inside.
However I thank you for the theme, because it was a chalenge for me to try to make pictures of fruits.

TFS and for all the work you do!

Els

Hello Helen,

Muy buena captura con unos encantadores detalles de esas gotas posadas en la fruta. La presentación realmente espectacular. Muy buen trabajo amiga.

Regards,

Pako

Hi Helen,
Nice and beautiful photo.Congratulation.
Best regards,
Ralf

Helen Hi:
First thanks for the theme each week.

A wonderful presentation of this nicely composed image. I really like the way you have used the frame to effect the image. Congratulations, very well done.
Larry
USA
TFS!

hi Helen , great shot , really nice composition and details , the apples and droplets look great and the framing works very well to visually pop them out of the screen

rgds
Allen

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  • ttreen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1570 W: 119 N: 3640] (14824)
  • [2008-05-29 8:57]

Hello Helen
I love how you did this frame.. the fruit on the frame really looks great.. the drops are so refreshing.. great notes.... Adams apple... hmmmmmm


Tricia

Beautiful capture.
Good sharpness and details.
And exactly for the theme :-).
TFS
Pierre

Oh, yummm. Most appetizing, Helen, I'd love to have a bite. Beautiful colours on a rainy day. What a crisp look! The detials came out fabulously here. - Cheers, Cordelia :))

Hi Helen,
That excellent capture of this theme.
very well seen and excellent water drops .
Well done. TFS.
Greetings
H.Ayhan

Hi Smurfie,
Nice looking apples, good sharpness and colour and made all the better with the raindrops.
Well done
Regards Andy

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  • Janone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3433 W: 87 N: 2977] (19331)
  • [2008-05-29 11:30]

Theu looks delishious, Helen.
And Fresh And Clean.
Have a nice bite for me.
Jan

hi helen!
this is so beautiful photo, excellent framing and sharpness, i like it.
tfs
zoran

Hi helen,
definitely refreshing, beautiful automn colours and superbly framed! ;)
LuDivine

Hello Helen!
Perfect detail and clarity and wonderful colours!
Beautiful frame!
Excellent light!
Best regards!
Lili

Very nice, sharp, and good control on light. The droplets add to the beauty.

cheers :)

Very beautiful composition.
I like very much the fresh apples.With the water drops look's so good,you just want to pick one and take a bite.

Perfect framing.


sabina

Hi Helen,
It is so beautiful shot. I love the composition, the details and focus are very fine, and it is very well presented
Congratulations and TFS
Mario

Hello Helen
A Beautiful Shot. Excellent Framing and sharpness.
Conveys the freshness perfectly
TFS

Hello dear Helen!
Lovely fruits! Beautiful natural colors and details! Nice drops and frame! Great theme!
TFS, Best regards, Zorica

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  • Kay01 Silver Note Writer [C: 7 W: 1 N: 15] (86)
  • [2008-05-30 0:05]

Hi Helen.
What a beautiful example for the theme. I love the way the frame is integrated with the photo and the soft but crystal clear raindrops.
Kay

Presented well.......

hello Helen
sorry i could not participate in the theme this time, my grandmother has expired and i have spent the whole last wek in the rituals.

this is a good shot from your lens. wonderfuly presented , sharp and focused.
i like the framing here.
May God Bless you.

regards
MAnuj MEhta

Hi Helen, Excellent detail in this shot. Very sharp attractive image. These apples look very tempting and ready to eat. Well done with your framing! TFS. Cheers, Pat.

:)
nice one!
I can't wait to get back to photography!
I'll need some lessons from you , when I do!

TFS,
Ritz

....it wasn't the fruit what tempted Adam but his wife :-)

Great fruity shot my dear. Those water droplets gives the apples an fabulous appearance. Well seen and captured! Nice sharp too. About the frame , well I'm not sure I would have like to see more of the apple tree. Anyway a fine contribution to your theme!
Hans

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  • Dot Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 917 W: 0 N: 1456] (6297)
  • [2008-05-30 7:27]

Hi Helen
Superb presentation and capture, the drops a plus to the composition.
Fabulous work
Dot

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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3228 W: 282 N: 6427] (24121)
  • [2008-05-30 8:02]

Lovely image from your archives, Helen!
And I must admit I was quite startled to see that you had set up this theme for me (blush!)>
the Pov is great and your frame really makes it pop!
Great idea, superb presentation
And many thanks for your kind support
TFs
silke

Hi Helen,

Great image, love the compo and the POV. The droplets and frame really add value to the image. Great job.

Thanks so much for the themes,

Best regards,

John

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  • jentt Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 236 W: 74 N: 372] (2646)
  • [2008-05-30 10:20]

Hello Helen
really a splendid sight of these appetizing apples. Colors and light are beautiful.
Excellent sharpness and detail too. Superb composition beautifully framed. Well done
Regards
Antoine

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  • wilth Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 354 W: 44 N: 467] (1733)
  • [2008-05-30 12:35]

Oh man, this is stunning!! The colors and sharpness of the fruit, the sparkle of the water drops the green of the leaves and the muted red of the fruit; little wonder, poor Adam, he didn't stand a chance. God help him has he seen the masterful framing as well. ;0)
This is really great stuff and the theme personified.
Thanks for this wonderful view, it's a great lesson in photography for me.
TFS,
Wilt

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  • glint Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 599 W: 2 N: 429] (2789)
  • [2008-05-30 12:53]

hello Helen,
beautifullu exposed and composed. Your presentation is very good. I like this a lot.
regards
Bev

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  • malain Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 116 W: 34 N: 158] (2258)
  • [2008-05-30 16:31]

Hello Helen,

Beautiful presentation and composition, crisp sparkling colors of these appetizing apples.

Thank you for this friday theme.

Have a nice day, Michel

Hellen:
Beautiful and crisp image. The yellow leaf makes it more interesting and adds color a touch of color to the photo.
Congratulations

María José

Hi Helen,
Great composition and well presented with beautiful colors and sharp picture, well framed and great colors and contrast, Excellent POV. and details.
My compliments
Michel

Hello Helen,

Very beautiful contribution to the theme, excellent image of this apples whith water drops, look so fres and colors are great. TFS
Best regards,
Sorina

Hello Helen,
This is beautiful! I like how you manage this picture.Love the composition and POV here.Nice contrasting the colors and light.Good presentation for the theme.Excellent note too..:)

CM

Hello Helen,
what a delicious capture is this,
what a excellent compo and presentation,
what a clarity a sharpnes....
welldone and tfs,
regards,
Taner
:) tomorrow

Love this one...actually, it was the EVIL and Conniving She-Devil EVE that was tempted and the stupid man just ate cuz she gave it to him.. HAHA! Isn't that the way it is? Really nice work, excellent drops of water!
B-)
Linda

Hi dear Hellen
Great shot of this wet apples. Your framing is marvelous. Nice colours.
Best wishes
Melany
Thanks for very interesting themes

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  • viawia Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 516 W: 33 N: 923] (3699)
  • [2008-06-02 13:46]

A lovely image Helen - makes one want to put out a hand and pick one. So refreshing! Beautiful!

Thanks for taking the time to challenge us with these wonderful Themes.

Have a nice week!

Wia

Hi,

I love the matching title and the photo.
Great clarity on the apples, detail, water droplets, and a creative semi see-thru frame.

Well done
Tom

Fresh and tasty. Excellent macro creation.

Hi Helen,
I admired this one earlier; sorry I didn't pause to let you know. Very tempting, and perfect use of the special effects.
All the best,
Karen

there is nothing you can do wrong, Helen, and this is of course, glorious. Do I need to add more points? LOL Janos

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  • lavan Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 566 W: 2 N: 83] (2250)
  • [2008-09-10 2:44]

nice freezing shot
good colors
well nice details had come out
good photo

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