Gumballs on Oak by grammyn

Gumballs on Oak

Satisfying two theme requirements. These are the seed pods from the Sweet Gum Tree
http://365project.org/grammyn/365/2012-01-05
So cool! The symmetry and texture are great! So where do gumballs come from? They look like some sort of thistle. Is gumballs a local name for them? They are an amazing subject for photos. :)
February 8th, 2012  
Same question -where do these come from? My grandma used to make different crafts using them, but I don't know where they come from. I like what you've done with this shot though! LOTS of different textures!
February 8th, 2012  
Katy..what are these things??
February 8th, 2012  
Love how you made those annoying prickly things look so interesting! Nice job!
February 9th, 2012  
Deb
Great idea and shot, Katy!
February 9th, 2012  
Very nice. What a great idea. I love the mixture of textures.
February 9th, 2012  
@marilyn @thesandbox5 @jayberg @debsphotos I generally don't like to do a mass thanks but I didn't want to write it over and over that I put a change to my photo and a link for a slightly different view of the gumballs. I appreciate your comments about the textures and how interesting they are. They are great for crafts but a bit of a nuisance for people who have the tree in their yard and have to deal with them when they fall off the tree. Thanks again for all your kind comments
February 9th, 2012  
@deburahiru Thanks so much, Deb!
February 9th, 2012  
@debbim I'm glad you like it Debbi. Thanks.
February 9th, 2012  
These are so cool . . great star theme! The color and tones are gorgeous on this, Katy. Don't think that I'd want to step on one barefoot tho. :)
February 9th, 2012  
mag
Hi Katy, long time no comment...nice shot. Looking at this photo I wonder what it would look like in HDR. You have exposure bracketing on your camera don't you?....have you tried it yet..?
February 9th, 2012  
@karenann I am so glad you like it! I have to agree with you about stepping on them but they are such great creative tools.
February 9th, 2012  
@maggotx MAg! I was just wondering today if you are OK I have missed you. I think I might have EB on my camera but sure wouldn't know how to do it ....and therefore no I haven't tried it yet. Your gentle suggestion is probably going to push me slowly that way though. Thanks, MAg for the nudge. :~}
February 9th, 2012  
I remember those things.....nice job
February 9th, 2012  
good work for theme
February 9th, 2012  
Looks like a starfish!
February 9th, 2012  
@jpvona Thanks, Jill
February 9th, 2012  
@peterdegraaff ;~} Thanks, Peter. Which theme?
February 9th, 2012  
@jennwearing I hadn't though of that ! It does.
February 9th, 2012  
well done! great idea.
February 9th, 2012  
Katy you are so creative!!! Lovely!!
February 9th, 2012  
Wow, what an awesome photo. I have never seen these before but they are great to photograph.
February 10th, 2012  
@mhatch Thanks, Mark
February 10th, 2012  
@ruthmouch Ruth, You are so kind!! Thanks
February 10th, 2012  
@darsphotos I am so glad you like them , Darlene. Thanks
February 10th, 2012  
Awesome love the texture of all the wood great theme shot
February 10th, 2012  
@clarefigo Thank so much, Clare. I really appreciate it!
February 10th, 2012  
I think this is perfect for the challenge - I like your creativity here
February 11th, 2012  
@myhrhelper ;~} Thanks, Kathy. It means so much to me.
February 11th, 2012  
what a great shot! and perfect for the theme!
February 11th, 2012  
@kimfaria I really appreciate your support. Thanks.
February 11th, 2012  
I really like the texture and your subject!
February 12th, 2012  
@maeva Thanks,Maeva. I am glad it appeals to you.
February 12th, 2012  
Nice. Nice oak board :)
February 12th, 2012  
February 13th, 2012  
great contrast!
February 21st, 2012  
@mackpwo Thank you so much for the view and the comment, Pam.
February 21st, 2012  
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