Flames

[Kaushik Balakumar]

Playing around with shallow DOF. Liked the way the petals 'flow' outwards like subtle flames.

http://www.pbase.com/bkaushik/image/112194483/original.jpg

Techs:
Nikon D300, Nikkor 105mm VR micro, tripod
f/6.3, 1/15, ISO200

Views, critiques welcome...

[denise ippolito]

It's a beautiful image Kaushik. I think it will make a fantastic large print-does look like flames. I also like how you presented it w/ the drop shadow and white back mat.

[John Christian]

It pulls you into the picture. Has a dreamy calmness to it. Good show!

[Mike Moats]

Hey Kaushik, very cool image, love the soft motion feel in the petals. Well done.

[Bruce Murden]

You keep doing wonderful work Kaushik. I particularly like that the petals fading off as you move down the image aren't balanced left and right. Sweet concept and execution!

[Julie Kenward]

I agree that this would make one stunning large print. The yellows are beautiful and the "flames" carry you all through the image. It's exceptionally well made like ALL your work Kaushik.

[Thomas Herou]

Fantastic color and perfect choice of DOF.
Very good,Kaushik!

[Anita Bower]

I like the shallow DOF also. I might crop some from the bottom. Gorgeous color. Lovely!!!