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09/05/2009 09:49:20 PM |
| Just the fact that you mentioned that they're eyeglass screws changes my whole opinion of the shot. Thems be tiny little screws! |
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09/05/2009 09:19:31 AM |
This was a macro photo, those are the screws and washers from an eyeglass repair kit. The screws are approximately 1/8th inch long and 1/32nd inch thick. The lighting only consisted of the onboard flash. Wasn't really trying to "say" anything -- just like screws and washers. The focus for 1:1 on this lens is about 3", about where I was. I darkened the background to more of a gray color -- the original white was too washed out looking.
Thanks for the comments and advice.
David
Message edited by author 2009-09-05 13:27:46. |
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09/05/2009 03:47:19 AM |
With that lens you can get 1:1 macros. This looks like a snapshot of 2 screws and washers. As already mentioned, the lighting is what is helping to kill this shot.
I'm looking into buying the same lens so try to impress me with another closer shot of these screws. Get in as close as you can, 12.5 inches or so. |
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09/04/2009 11:55:15 PM |
I try not to be too critical in side challenges, because most people are experimenting with new techniques. Was there something specific you were trying to accomplish here?
With macros lighting is something people usually tend to explore. What kind of lighting were you using? I agree that the lighting for this is harsh and doesn't seem to add to the scene. If you mention in your comments what you were trying to do others will help you create that. Ask us, we will answer!
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09/04/2009 09:37:06 PM |
| Screws can make for interesting macros. In this example the lighting is not contributing to the image in that I see no added interest from shadows, additionally I think the WB is off. I say have another crack at the photograph, and maybe use just one washer and screw. |
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