Here's a photo I took about two years ago. It was taken with a Fujifilm S6000 in all manual mode on tripod. That camera is not a DSLR; it's a bridge camera. Sorry that I don't have the the EXIF now and so can't tell you anything about the ISO, f-stop, etc. Obviously, I also converted the final image into B&W, toned it, and use radial blur to blur the background.
I intentionally left something in the background to try to add some depth to it.
Anyhow, C&C welcome and much appreciated !!
Thank you very much for looking !
07-22-2009, 07:30 AM
Julie Kenward
Beautifully done, Desmond. The exposure and the quality of lighting really take this over the top! I agree that the darker areas add to the dimensional effect but would still think of opening them up just a tiny bit more - especially in the front area of the lower petals just so we can peek deeper into the flower. This is really well done - it's not easy making a black and white with this quality of lighting and mood and you did an excellent job.
07-22-2009, 09:41 AM
Dave Mills
Hey Desmond, Great job on this! Love the lighting and the detail you retained in the flower. My only suggestion being a bit more room on the bottom and left. Not much...just to get the flower away from the edge...
07-22-2009, 11:09 AM
Michael Pancier
I love flora in B&W. I agree with Dave in adding some canvas on the bottom.
07-22-2009, 06:40 PM
denise ippolito
Desmond, This is stunning!! I really like the look of this -agree w/ a bit more room-Great job!!
07-22-2009, 08:07 PM
Ákos Lumnitzer
Wonderful creation Desmond. No more to say. BTW, love your avatar! :D
07-22-2009, 08:31 PM
Christopher Miller
Love the look of this, Desmond! Agree with the suggestions given. Well done!
