Morning Rose

"With an open mind, you will be openhearted" (Lao Tsu)

[Denise]

Very pretty lighting and mixed tones in this rose.

[Nicole Campbell]

Stunning macro shot.

[Leslie Manna]

@nicolecampbell WOW! You're right there! How amazing! As you may have noticed, I have just found you work, and really liked what I saw, and would be pleased to continue on with you. Oh, and thanks for the generous compliment. Thank you Soooo much for stopping by Nicole. Be well, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@denisedaly Mornin' Denise, and thanks so much. This Rose was just begging to be photographed. Happy start to your week, Les

[Shirley]

This is a beautiful shot, Leslie! The lighting, the soft colors.....love it!

[Mike Warren]

Brilliant shot. Like the light and tones on the petals.

[Leslie Manna]

@mjmaven Many thanks.....What would do without flowers? Be well, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@mwarren365 Thanks so much, Mike. Isn't this a great Rose!? Thanks for stopping by, and take care, Les

[Ramona]

Gorgeous colors!

[Margaret Tryon]

Stunning colors and focus.

[TriXie]

Great colors and focus!!

[Leslie Manna]

@snipsnap Hellooooo Ramona -- Thanks for the friendly nod, and for stopping by. Be well, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@maggie2 Hi again, Maggie, much appreciated comment. I think this might be one of my best so far this summer, AND it's SOOC ( but I didn't want to brag. LOL) I did howerver, put a "drop shadow " on it to pop out the flower a little more. Be very well, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@quartzkat Lots of thanks; I'm quite proud of this one, And thanks for stopping by.....Be well, Les

[Kim Suzanne Kelley]

Oooh, i love the layering of the petals in this pic! Gorgeous colour Leslie!

[Leslie Manna]

@kimmiesue Well thank you very much, Kim. How could you NOT stop for a Rose like this?! I think this is one of my favorite flower shots so far this summer. As always, Be well, Les