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Sluggin'
Sluggin'
kate12303


Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Challenge: Speed II (Basic Editing)
Camera: Canon EOS-300D Rebel
Lens: Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6
Location: State College, PA
Date: Aug 26, 2007
Aperture: f/5.6
ISO: 400
Shutter: 1/60 sec
Galleries: Nature, Animals
Date Uploaded: Aug 26, 2007

 I initially saw this slug on a one of those inspirational posters with the word "Tranquility" thought it was too funny to pass up. Unfortunately, all the shot I had of it on the poster were even more out of focus than this one, so I was left with this as my best shot. Apparently I need a macro lense.

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 Comments Made During the Challenge
09/04/2007 06:09:48 PM
This picture just isn't appealing to me, sorry.
 09/04/2007 11:58:25 AM
Nice contrast... but don't see too much speed going on here!
 09/03/2007 11:19:11 AM
don't use a flash when you're using a macro lens. at least not of a shiny/slimy thing... make sure the focal plan is on the most important part of the subject... in this case, was is the lower back of the slug? try getting on your belly and shooting right next to the slug to get a more "intimate" view of it. we all see slugs by looking down at them. try finding a new, more interesting angle that might give your picture a little more "ooomff!"
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 09/03/2007 01:25:55 AM
this is different. Great.
 09/01/2007 12:33:40 PM
Definitely a slow subject, but the composition, lighting, shadows, and focus all need work.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 08/31/2007 09:56:46 PM
Okay, slow speed works fine for the challenge. But the slug's out of focus and it just isn't too interesting looking. Try getting down on the ground and shooting at the slug's level.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 08/31/2007 05:15:57 PM
eww! lighting is a tad harsh, good idea (different) 7.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 08/30/2007 06:20:28 AM
Slugs and snails can make wonderful shots as demonstrated by the likes of bubeltrubel but to get the best effect really takes some careful lighting and sharp focus.

No problem with this showing speed (or lack of) you just need to adjust the focus slightly and your angle.
  Photographer found comment helpful.
 08/29/2007 06:26:46 PM
OK
 08/29/2007 11:50:52 AM
this is so boring it is not even a good picture
 08/29/2007 10:57:18 AM
this is just a snap shot


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