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Erland Pillegaard
{K:34147} 4/30/2009
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Great picture
erland
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Manu
{K:13082} 2/6/2006
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Bizarre alien form....and they chose to land in the US of A....well, well, well...
Nice shot, hope you didn't wake them...?
Manu
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Andrej V
{K:6693} 2/5/2006
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Fantastic and interesting!
Andrej
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ISMAEL MARCOS
{K:10535} 2/3/2006
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beautiful,
really nice
ism
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Galal El Missary
{K:84569} 2/2/2006
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Perfect Shot Ann , great colors & patterns , very well done .
Galal
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David M Roberts
{K:914} 1/30/2006
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breathtaking and almost surreal, love the pattern and the dof
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Jeanette Hägglund
{K:59855} 1/28/2006
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So CUTE Pom Pom tree´s --- lovely saturated green and red soil too - fantastic!
Jeanette
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Yoshiyuki Tanaka
{K:13580} 1/27/2006
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This is beautiful and funny at the same time! They look so jocular, I believe they miss their ribbons!
Thanks for visiting my site and for your message of congratulations on my birthday! Very kind of you!
YT
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/26/2006
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I just moved here Larry and I'm not a spectator sports fan. I know nothing about football or any other sport for that matter. Occasionally I'll hear a name and ask my husband what the name means and then he tells me but also you have to remember that not only I'm a visitor to Oregon but also I'm from Australia (been in the states some 6 and a half years) I know I should know but I'm still learning about some American cultural activities. Having said all that, however, I don't drink beer or watch spectator sports in Australia either and that's more or less an Australian staple. I know - I'm a disgrace to my race. (hehe) Another funny tidbit...I'm also of greek heritage and I don't like olives. (yuk) So I guess I'm a failure all around when it comes to cultural idiosyncrasies. (haha)
Thanks for dropping by and for your comments on my images Larry.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Larry Hammond
{K:16631} 1/26/2006
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Really great colors Ann, and patters are outstanding.
BTW what do you know of the Seattle Seahawks, are they your pick for the Super Bowl?? Curious...:-))
Larry
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Edward Molnar
{K:2903} 1/25/2006
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Lovely portfolio you have here! This image is one of my favourites. I like these trees. You have captured them the right way. Excellent composition and beautiful colors! Congrats!
Best wishes, Edward
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/25/2006
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Thanks for dropping by Steve. I believe they are trimmed this way similar to the bonsai. Funny thing though. I live across the road from a very large nursery spanning for miles and I've never seen anyone trim these trees. They don't seem to grow out of their rounded pom pom shape so I don't really know if they naturally grow this way or if they are in fact trimmed to this shape. They have certainly generated interest in here though so I'm glad I posted it even if it was a just for fun shot.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Steve Aronoff
{K:18393} 1/25/2006
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This is a really cool shot, Ann. Are they some sort of arborvitae?
Steve
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Joggie van Staden
{K:41700} 1/25/2006
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WOnderful abstract with rich colour and great patterns. Well done Ann.
Joggie
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Bruce Harper
{K:5305} 1/24/2006
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Well seen Ann. This makes a great natural abstract, and you've presented it very well with good depth of field and simple but effective framing.
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Piero Somma
{K:13399} 1/23/2006
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great shot, superb pattern...like an abstract!
very well done
ciao
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Roland Lacson
{K:12214} 1/22/2006
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Well spotted Ann, indeed the patterns makes for an interesting composition. I believe this would look equally good converted to b&w (Grayscale). Great capture otherwise, cheers.
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Ace Star
{K:21040} 1/22/2006
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interesting looking Pom Pom trees hehe  really amazing capture i like the way you frame it with ground color browny :) good work Ann
wish you good luck
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Vandy Neculae
{K:7990} 1/20/2006
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I understand what is 'Pom'!
I really like this photo.
Vandy
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/20/2006
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Hello Jim,
Thanks for dropping by. Strangely enough these trees really are called Pom Pom trees. They are trimmed this way deliberately for aesthetic effect much like a bonsai except much much larger. I appreciate your visit.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Roger Williams
{K:86139} 1/20/2006
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Yes, yes! Great fun. Thanks for sharing it. I love the colour chord of green and red... and you have this right across the road? Lucky you! Thanks for your encouraging comments, Ann.
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Jim Goldstein
{K:21230} 1/20/2006
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Those are some weird looking trees. If you find out what kind they are let me know. I've never seen anything like them. It looks like you may have taken this when there was an overcast sky. The even lighting really helps bring out the repetition in shape as there are minimal to no shadows. Very fun image.
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Robert Kocs
{K:89085} 1/20/2006
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WoooW! What a never seen scenery from out there. Looks like a forest from alien planet, very nice unusual view. Great natural pattern with reddish tones. Lovely, well captured & seen theme! Great, well presented exciting composition from nature. Very well done dear Ann. Original idea!!! A great photograph with stirring details. Thanks for share us! :) 7+++
My best wishes!
Robert
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brian underdown
{K:-960} 1/20/2006
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well this fits the category perfectly it is pure patterns of nature caught on camera.sometimes the fun shots produced the unexpected.
brian
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jacques brisebois
{K:73883} 1/20/2006
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great catch Ann, really like this pic.
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Gustavo Valadares
{K:1437} 1/19/2006
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Great capture Ann. I loved the contrast. Very sharp picture. Oregon have amazing landscapes and beautiful nature colors. Lucky of you live in a such beatiful place. My best regards,
Gustavo.
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The Pilgrim
{K:65007} 1/19/2006
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Very awsome image Ann Glad you had the idea!
great job and thanks for sharing.......:))
Paul
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Eb Mueller
{K:24960} 1/19/2006
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Well seen pattern! The red marker ribbon adds a point of interest or focus to otherwise (more or less) repeating patterns.
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Hugo de Wolf
{K:185110} 1/18/2006
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Hi Ann, Yeah, the green vs. the warm red works beautifully. Also the seemingly cluttered coherence (never mind the paradox) of repetitive shapes is very appealing. It's busy allright, and dosn't quite have a clearly distinguishable primary subject, but that's not the key issue here. It's pleasant to look at, and has a strong appeal (othewise I don't think I would've opened it) Interesting shot, and well snapped!
Cheers,
Hugo
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WAEL HAMDAN
{K:7476} 1/18/2006
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Terrific image!
well done 7/7
wael
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/18/2006
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Thanks for coming back with that information Del. I'm happy to hear that I was using their correct botanical name. Very interesting that website. So how many do you want me to send you? (hehe) There are hundreds of them right across the road from me. I still think they are very unique and cute to boot. Thanks again for the info.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Del Metheny
{K:25617} 1/18/2006
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Ann, I did manage to find these trees through Google. The nursery name is Pom Pom trees. It is not a kind of tree however but process of trimming or training various kinds of trees. It is related to Bonsai. If you will check
http://www.plantsbeautifulnursery.com/pompom.htm
in Google you will see large variety of pompom trees for sale. Thanks for your reply. Del.
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/17/2006
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Del, I have seen these trees in other nurseries and as far as I know they are used for landscaping purposes. Somebody once told me they thought they were called P{om Pom Trees but I don't know if that is their real name. I believe they are a part of the evergreen family of trees as they have what appear to be pine needles or similar. Perhaps if you Google Evergreens and go through some photos yoou might find a botanical name. If you do please drop ny and let me know.
Thanks for dropping by and taking the time to comment.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Del Metheny
{K:25617} 1/17/2006
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Ann, this is really good. I love those colors. Besides being just beautiful and very well captured it makes me wonder several things. I wonder what the trees are used for. Are they just for sale as yard decoration? Are they farmed wide spread or is this the only field you have seen? If you have a name for them I would like to look them up on the internet. In the mean time. I will just enjoy your photo. Del.
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Guido Tweepenninckx
{K:20076} 1/17/2006
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wow,very nice and unique
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Mahmoud Baha Sadri
{K:19634} 1/17/2006
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Another one of those rides again,Ann?!
I like the contrast between the red&green,nice matching color of the frame,too!
X's ,
baha
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jude .
{K:14625} 1/17/2006
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It's the March of the Adolescent Ents! Look! I see Treebeard hanging back there in the left corner. *grin*
An absolutely terrific image, Ann! Marvelously surreal...I love it big time!
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Petal Wijnen
{K:50989} 1/16/2006
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Neat shot!! Love the reddish brown/green combo and the upward lines (read branches) all 'crowned' with that green ball (read pom pom... LOL). Good composition... well spotted!
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Kambiz K
{K:37420} 1/16/2006
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What a beautiful trees. There are very nice from far distance. I wonder if they have any flowers . Lovely coours.
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Mireille Heirendt
{K:7258} 1/16/2006
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Hi Ann,
You shot sth out of the common, considering what you photograph normally, but I have to tell you:
It is OUTSTANDING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I like it a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The colours are great and the composition is that excellent, turning it almost into an abstract.
Into my favs!
Regards, Mireille
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H L
{K:11377} 1/16/2006
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Great capture I like it! In my opinion I think this is stand out from your usual type of shooting.
It’s impressing!
Cheers
Harry
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Robert Gaither
{K:34128} 1/16/2006
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Yes I like this photo. Excellent capture and image.
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marco ds
{K:6335} 1/16/2006
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Very interesting composition and colors: I find the 'cheerleader idea' nice! Good job, Ann! Cheers, Marco
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Jan Graziano
{K:17920} 1/16/2006
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Well Ann - I sure do agree with the comments that have been made so far - especially Janet's about this making a great puzzle! Yep! Funny isn't it how a shot we've done and uploaded "just for fun" has appeal to others besides outselves? This one is a great one to share. Thanks for your comments on my first upload using that Canon 60 mm lens. Have a lot to learn about what it can do - but I was having fun playing with it. Jan
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Frank Sollecito
{K:-73} 1/16/2006
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Hello Ann, Wonderful capture. I love the impact of color in this photograph.
Regards, Frank
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Ninni Termine
{K:8990} 1/16/2006
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These strange trees, for me disowned, create a pattern absolutely splendid.
Thanks for the sharing.
Ciao
Ninni
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stingRay pt.4 .
{K:250401} 1/16/2006
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Did you nickname them Pom Poms after all we Pom Poms living in the UK:):):) It is a good fun shot sweetie and maybe that ribbon went there because a yellow one and an old oak tree weren't handy. I like it, it has bags of detail, patterns and........... pom poms. Well seen sweet Ann. Very best wishes and 'see' you soon.....Ray
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Jose Ignacio (Nacho) Garcia Barcia
{K:96391} 1/16/2006
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great patterns. vibrant colours.7
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Gayle's Eclectic Photos
{K:91109} 1/16/2006
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i still say Dr.Seuss created this hybrid..LOL..
love the green,love the rich rust....perfect for the project...unique land of the pom trees!
Clarity and contrast are very good,too,Ann
The one with the ribbon is trying her best to stand out from the crowd ;>
regards,gayle
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Rashed Abdulla
{K:163889} 1/15/2006
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wonderful depth of field and very sharp image , greatexpouser here and wonderful colors ,I did enjoy alot vieing this image , my friend I wish you all of the best ,Regards.
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Mohamed Banna
{K:34237} 1/15/2006
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the natural patterns
the natural abstract
very well done
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Janet B
{K:16139} 1/15/2006
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I think it is really eye-catching, plus so different...attention grabber, Ann, I can definitely see why people love it!
Congrats!
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/15/2006
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WOW thanks Janet! Your words too kind. I'm quite "puzzled" by so many people actually liking this image as it was another of my "just for fun" shots. As to what sort of tree it is I have no idea but somebody told me they "thought" it was called a Pom Pom tree and I kinda thought that suited it so I like to call it that. :)
Thanks for dropping by.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Janet B
{K:16139} 1/15/2006
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Puzzle comes to mind....it would make a great puzzle! Really could see this on a box of 1,000 pieces and what a challenge it would be :)
Or...puzzle again, but one of those mazes from point A to Z ??!!
Or...puzzle as in 'This is puzzling, what the heck kind of tree is that??'
Regardless, Ann, this is really a fantastic view of this forest and a SUPERB image :)
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Galal El Missary
{K:84569} 1/15/2006
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Beautiful shot , great colors & patterns .
Galal
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/15/2006
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Mark I'm thinking the one with the red tie is the cult leader. Thanks for dropping by.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Kelly Duntley
{K:13889} 1/15/2006
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What interesting shapes and colors this picture has. Great contrast between the red and the green colors. Looks like another land that you went to over the weekend. How much did that space shuttle ride cost you? Very neat looking. Almost sureal.
Kelly
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Mark Beltran
{K:32612} 1/15/2006
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I thought I've seen all the trees there ever was. They look like pines, somewhat. And I'm sure they're clones. Super surreal! And then there's the one rebel with the red tie.
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Darlene Boucher
{K:15739} 1/15/2006
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Wow! Really creative composition Ann! Love the colors and wonderful details! Very well done my friend! Darlene
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Susie OConnor
{K:34798} 1/15/2006
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This is a really cool pattern Ann. Well seen by you! I wonder what kind of a tree this is? I'm sure someone will eventually enlighten you. Nice job!
Susie
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Ina Nicolae
{K:44481} 1/15/2006
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Hi Ann! Terrific image! I love the pom-pom / cheerleader idea, this is a Cheerleader Nursery! The trees seem alive, holding hands and... cheering! Very happy image, happy colors and great DOF. Love the chocolate reddish color of the mulch and the bright greens. It must be somewhere in Wonderland, I've never seen anything like this! This puts a cheerful smile on my face :) Cheers, Ina
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Caterina Berimballi
{K:27299} 1/15/2006
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A Dr Zeuss inspiration! I see Brown Bar Ba Loots frisking about under the Truffula Trees. Oh sure, the leaves weren't so green and sure, the trunks were striped BUT that's them alright :))
I love this Ann and so does my son! It really is a fun image and off it goes into my favs...
Cheers and thanks for the comment on the bird. Yes, the auto focus was going hysterical, so I flicked it over to manual and luckily managed to nab one before it was too late!! :))
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Ann Nida
{K:45248} 1/15/2006
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How funny Kathy I didn't think of that. Maybe I shoud have called it "Cheerleaders Pom Pom Supplies" or some such similar title. :) Thanks for dropping by and for the chuckles.
Cheers - Ann :)
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Kathy Hillard
{K:25721} 1/15/2006
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It looks like a field full of cheerleaders, Ann! The colors are really rich, and the frame that you choose accentuates that.
Kathy
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Bob Walker
{K:1066} 1/15/2006
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Fascinating, Ann!
Rich, vibrant colors and good crop make for a very interesting image.
Best regards,
Bob
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Enas Moussa
{K:7470} 1/15/2006
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they really look like pom pom trees!!
nice shot..
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Rob Graziano
{K:6678} 1/15/2006
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Damn that is great! Love the patterns here!
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