Rhododendron Bud

Trevor · #1 (**permalink**) 14-06-2008, 13:59

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Rhododendron bud just about to flower

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**Dennyboy** · #2 (**permalink**) 14-06-2008, 17:01

Nice one Trev, looking at the Exif data did you use extension tubes? 285mm focal length is very long for a normal macro shot of this closeness. I have found switching to Aperture priority gives more control over the DOF. When doing Macro this close i find you need a smaller aperture to get all the subject in focus use a tripod remote release and say f7-9. Nice shot though mate. Lovely framing and colour.

Trevor · #3 (**permalink**) 15-06-2008, 10:26

Thanks for the info Dennis, will try out next time.

Tco · #4 (**permalink**) 19-06-2008, 08:43

Nice image Trevor. I like the graduated lighting mate. It works with this shot. If you find that you do want more light in pics where it needs it, then a tiny pocket mirror placed below will throw light back at the lower areas when shooting close in.
The only crit mate i would like to see more at the bottom. Super image

Trevor · #5 (**permalink**) 19-06-2008, 14:07

Thanks Tco for the tip with the mirror.