Tulip
Macro photography allows us to enter an unseen world. It can be like another dimension of things we see all the time but actually never see. As we know the macro lens has a limited focal distance which we can use to work in our favor by allowing us to select what will be sharp and what will be soft background.
This macro shot has called our attention to the droplets of water on the underside of the tulip. Please notice the detail in the very small mist droplets. This has added a texture to the surface of the flower where none existed before. I particularly like the shadow crossing the face of the subject. This selective light inserts drama to surface of the flower and helps to bring out the sparkle in the major water drops. The limited depth of focus shows us the stem of the plant as well as another in the near distance without causing a distraction for the subject.
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January 23rd, 2008 at 11:53 am
Jim,
I shot this with a fixed 300mm and tubes. Tubes are my favorite for macro. Tulip season at Descanso Gardens is a definate “MUST DO”. There is also much more to shoot if you love flowers. This was definately “Wet Belly” photography.
Roy
January 23rd, 2008 at 7:39 pm
Roy,
I’ve fallen in love with macro photography; so much so that I bought the Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro lens. At only 9 ounces it is a pleasure to use. I’m still going to use my L series Canon 100-400mm IS lens with a tube, but I have to admit the 90mm f2.8 is a lot easier to handle.
Your the master, and your macro shots reflect pure talent.
wpd