Macro backdrops etc.
Dec 29, 2014 05:37:52 #
I was watching a video yesterday showing a macrophotographer using household items and moss etc. as backdrops to macro scenes. Here is a link to his webpage on the subject, he also has the video which I watched on youtube.
http://betterphotography.in/features/tiny-wonderland-2/16762/
He used Lemon leaves which have lots of pores and when backlit create many little circles of light. I shot a new lemon leaf from the garden as shown below to show the pores, varying strengths of light create different results.
Plastic supermarket bags of different colours created skies, suns, grass etc.
I expect many of our group have seen this but for those who haven't it is quite inspiring.
http://betterphotography.in/features/tiny-wonderland-2/16762/
He used Lemon leaves which have lots of pores and when backlit create many little circles of light. I shot a new lemon leaf from the garden as shown below to show the pores, varying strengths of light create different results.
Plastic supermarket bags of different colours created skies, suns, grass etc.
I expect many of our group have seen this but for those who haven't it is quite inspiring.
Fresh lemon leaf to show pores. in the sun
Dec 29, 2014 06:12:41 #
Dec 29, 2014 07:08:18 #
bear maker
Loc: Indiana
Thats pretty cool. Opens some new ideas and inspiration, thanks for sharing.
Dec 29, 2014 18:44:55 #
Yes, you can put just about anything behind your subject and it will be blurred beyond recognition, I have often done that to add color to backgrounds.
Dec 29, 2014 20:17:33 #
In my van I carry a bucket full of props along with backgrounds. Because your using flash with shutter speed in the 1/200 range your background will normally be 2 to 3 times darker than they appear. So if you want a nice blue/sky background then use a very light blue colored cloth.. Now if you slow your shutter down and let more ambient light in, then the background will be more true to color. All this depends on the direction of light as well. Lots of fun in learning.
Dec 29, 2014 20:32:14 #
I bought a couple of scraps of camo cloth from a local fabric chain and then "customized it" with some fabric paint. Some of these will "fix" with a clothing iron, but cover with newsprint first.
{Note: Guys, do this when your wife is away-- so she won't freak, or use one of the stakes (see below) for another purpose.}
You can also take some photos during different seasons (autumn leaves, green grass) and then print them out on a regular paper printer. Usually 8x10 is large enough for macro. They can be laminated with a matte finish if you want to use them where it's usually wet. A little velcro on the back & then on some wooden slats--or even chopsticks will work.
{Note: Guys, do this when your wife is away-- so she won't freak, or use one of the stakes (see below) for another purpose.}
You can also take some photos during different seasons (autumn leaves, green grass) and then print them out on a regular paper printer. Usually 8x10 is large enough for macro. They can be laminated with a matte finish if you want to use them where it's usually wet. A little velcro on the back & then on some wooden slats--or even chopsticks will work.
Dec 29, 2014 22:07:51 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Still meaning to do this...You can also take some photos during different seasons (autumn leaves, green grass) and then print them out on a regular paper printer. Usually 8x10 is large enough for macro. They can be laminated with a matte finish if you want to use them where it's usually wet. A little velcro on the back & then on some wooden slats--or even chopsticks will work.
Dec 30, 2014 04:57:59 #
Lots of good ideas here from our own members. Is there no end to the aspects of this wonderful hobby?
Dec 30, 2014 21:00:26 #
AlicanteBrenda wrote:
"The end of macro-photographic nuances beckons onset of the Apocalypse." II Hesitation 31:17.Is there no end to the aspects of this wonderful hobby?
Dec 30, 2014 22:03:40 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Thus saith the prophet Nikonian."The end of macro-photographic nuances beckons onset of the Apocalypse." II Hesitation 31:17.
<Bazinga!>
Dec 31, 2014 03:37:12 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
:-)"The end of macro-photographic nuances beckons onset of the Apocalypse." II Hesitation 31:17.
Dec 31, 2014 08:52:37 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Many search their whole life and even generations for answerers and here you unmasked the heretofore hidden truths with a few clicks on the board of keys."The end of macro-photographic nuances beckons onset of the Apocalypse." II Hesitation 31:17.
Thank you kindly Nikonomonius.
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