Posts for: Nightski
Jul 31, 2017 22:27:58 #
You definitely captured "the guardian" idea here, Jim. Wow, this is an incredible shot. I do understand the limited dof that macro people work with. I think you made very good use of what you had. The parts that are sharp definitely tell your story and the blurred parts support that story, but do not take away from it.
Jul 27, 2017 13:27:04 #
(Lensbaby)
Jul 26, 2017 13:55:59 #
(Lensbaby)
Love the feeling of motion the blur on this lens gives in these photos. My blur often feels a little dizzying, but yours seems just right in these images. Especially the first one. I'm glad I have a chance to see what this lens can do.
Jul 26, 2017 13:53:33 #
(Lensbaby)
All three are beautiful. Really love how you put that sweet spot right on the subject.
Jul 26, 2017 13:51:37 #
(Lensbaby)
Thank you so much, Jane and Angela. You've given me a couple of things to think about. Yes, I do have more shots of this, but I think I will try again tonight and post that attempt. I think placing the focus could have improved the shot. I was at F2.5 which kept me from getting more of the foreground bunch in focus. It was windy and late so I was struggling for light and shutter speed. Also I forgot about using the macro converter. I have those empty tubes .. is that what you are talking about Angela? That would really help me with smaller flowers. Wheels are turning now .. thanks so much.
Jul 25, 2017 22:41:01 #
(Lensbaby)
Well, I finally got brave and got the composer pro with sweet 50 out again. I have studied the way some photographers use this lens and decided to give it another go. I had packed it up and almost sold it because I found it so difficult to use. Here are some observations that made it easier to use this lens. I would LOVE to hear the experiences and frustrations others have had. Please feel free to criticize this photo. I am learning. Your observations may help me see something I could do better. Any suggestions on how to use this lens effectively are welcome.
Shoot bigger flowers
Shoot bigger flowers with a good background of other flowers
Find your focus distance before tilting the lens
Shoot bigger flowers
Shoot bigger flowers with a good background of other flowers
Find your focus distance before tilting the lens
Jul 25, 2017 20:15:10 #
(Lensbaby)
I absolutely love the way you used the lens to focus in on the detail that caught your eye, and beautifully blurred the rest in that first shot.
Jul 25, 2017 20:11:54 #
(Lensbaby)
CSand wrote:
This is lovely Sandra. Such beautiful softness and color.
Thank you, CSand.
Jul 24, 2017 16:26:16 #
(Lensbaby)
angela k wrote:
Sandra... now that you pointed that out, I most definitely see it!!! Good eyes and imagination and beautiful image!!
Jul 24, 2017 13:50:05 #
(Lensbaby)
Does anyone see the little praying hands, the face turned downward as the head is bowed, and the wacky set of curls this child has? Thanks everyone for your kind comments. I'm just wondering now if I have an over active imagination .. LOL
Jul 23, 2017 23:01:40 #
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Jul 22, 2017 21:29:00 #
Very nice set, Greg. My favorite is the last one. The light is highlighting your subject wonderfully.
Jul 17, 2017 20:49:57 #
(Lensbaby)
angela k wrote:
Sandra, I do love this image of Snick... and I agree, much better viewed on the download!
Love the soft focus on his back paws and having multiple cats of my own, this is one of their favorite positions!!
Nicely captured!!
Love the soft focus on his back paws and having multiple cats of my own, this is one of their favorite positions!!
Nicely captured!!
They are so entertaining aren't they?