Very nice idea here was it not William Blake who said If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear as it is - infinite

very originell and fascinating capture.i like the DOF, its great.great mood and atmosphere. i like the text you wrote. i know that i cant understand it perfect but i think i know the sense !it touchs me deep and i have to think about.i like the mystic background too. excellent photography and presentation,Marlene. * HUGE HUGS * #:O)

Super photo ~ also, what masks do we put on for others to view? Well done in all aspects, not the smallest of suggestions.

Superb image and thought provoking words! We all see things in different ways! Someones garbage is anothers treasure, a snapshot to one person can be a work of great meaning to someone else! The internet is a prime example where our perception of things come into play... measured by WHAT we READ! We can't see or hear the person actually SAYING what is typed. Because the internet is a GLOBAL medium, words get interpreted the wrong way many times or taken out of context! Whew...I told ya...though provoking!

Excellent image -- really very beautiful. And the words are so true...

excellent subject and capture. your quotes are awesome

real super job here

Well put Marlene! Most excellent writings, accompanied by an equally splendid image. Thanks for the keen insight and invaluable words of wisdom. You rock! Have an exquisite weekend!

I'm always using intuition and logic. Sorry, this time your words are so difficult to translate to Japanese. But I feel this image is deep philosophical concept. Great concept and the work!!

Hello!Absolutely a terrific masterpiece!!Extraordinary work!i love all of this excellent image!!Simply fabulous and magical!!Really well done!V!!I wish you a happy week end!A big hug!

Such a superb photo! Reflections caught with reflections. Like a universe contained with a portion of itself.

Gee Marlene, I thought I would just DROP in to see what you posted...are we seeing a reflection of your work? Or are we seeing through your work???..I'm trying to be funny here but I'm not even laughing...excellent image you posted here...now..what lens am I looking through...big hugs to my NYH

What a title Marline! Perception!! oh well.. Miracles happen everyday, change your perception of what a miracle is and you'll see them all around you. I love that shot a lot my friend... The reflection is a real killer!! I really love it!! and all i can tell: Keep going honey.. your art is awesome and your shots are very impressive.. Big hug for this shot and no matter you are late don't feel sorry honey.. People have things to do eh! Just keep going.. And btw. I love your posted review.. (V O T E)!!

Perception is more powerful than fact. Were that not so, fortune tellers, carneys and politicians would all be jobless! Terrific macro, Marlene; and your text is even better! My Vote

The first of your quotes might just be the most accurate perception of reality I've heard so far in my life - I couldn't agree more.... Beautiful capture - love the refracted image of the rest of the world as seen through the drops. Excellent work!

impressiv drops Marlene with a very good style!!! excellent color and lighting for this one... BRAVO!!! good weekend and kiss ;)

Ooooh!!! BEAUTIFUL!!! At first i thought it was a waterdrop too before i noticed the chain between them. What a beautiful photo, perfectly composed. Wonderful presentation as well, youve proven yourself not only talented with a camera but also a pen...or in this case...keys....on a keyboard...for typing. Duh. I just love that "What lens am i looking through today?"....personally im going for macro since im way tired and can hardly make out the letters im typing. Must have coffee and stop this ramble. Have a wonderful weekend!!!!! #:O) Making ploppies...LMAO!!!

Firstly what a beautiful image Marlene - worlds within worlds, floating in a colourful space. Your words give us an insight into the image we could not draw without them, I think the subject illustrates this notion perfectly. Today I am looking through my paradigm tilt and shift lens, it is a rare model, but one that is in everyones kit bag if they look for it. Wise words and a beautiful image :)

Splendid Marlene. And nice words.

Great idea! Beautiful realisation! BraVo!!!

original ! very well captured ! Bravo !

This only confirms why you are in my Favs and a MAS member...beautiful image and words! Big Hugs to you, have a great weekend! Aloha!

Awesome capture, I also thought it was water droplets! Really beautiful photography!

All those drops got once connected and the king washed his hands in it, and asked, 'what is truth?' - reality and perception, a recurrent theme (in many movies like The Matrix, The Truman Show, etc.) to be explored more and more, and I love to stare in a drop like this to see the universe upside down and warped! Gorgeous work, Marlene, very thought-provoking!

Incredible! VOTE

AWESOME!!!!!!!!! WOW WHAT A FABUOLUS macro !! The refelction and presentation is brillinat Marlene!! you can see so much detail here.. also love your quotes and words !!! ... amazing ! V!

I sure like this DOF,then find myself staring into the reflection.But what is truly inspiring about this image is the words accompanying it.I guess what ever lens is used is one that reflects back on you. Keeping a clean lens is always important. Have a great weekend Marlene. :)D

Woah! Powerful thought to accompany this striking image! Marcus was on track when saying reality is what the consensus believes...but certainly our perceptions change our reality. I know my reality and my brother's are very different things. And everyone's experiences and emmotions color their reality a different hue from everyone elses. Thanks for helping me focus my 'lens' today! =] Brilliant image MASter photographer and philosopher!

Stunning! The capture alone is excellent but together with the words it's brilliant! Congrats Marlene for this image and thoughts :)

Super thought and image! Perception is a sticky wicket to be sure!!!