Time take's it's toll

Gallery: FloraPosted October 30, 201196 views9 comments

Just two short seasons, and what was a fresh, green, vibrant leaf decays into nutrients.

Olympus E-5, 50mm F2 macro
aperture priority
5 sec @ F20
-1.0 EV
flash off, 2 umbrella floods
ISO 200
manual focus
tripod
full frame

Large view

Comments and critiques always appreciated

Comments

9 comments

Comment posted by Bill Fach on October 31, 2011 at 12:08 AM

Charlie: A great find and a compelling image. Marvelous work .>=))>

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Comment posted by Nancy Lea Sandy on October 31, 2011 at 11:02 AM

Ah, the stark reality of nature. Great detail and an interesting subject.

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Comment posted by Holger Streu on October 31, 2011 at 11:05 AM

The large image makes this photo outstanding.
I am amazed with all the details and sharpness.
The small and simple things are worth a second look.
Just beautiful!!

Registered on September 19, 2011, 50 Posts, 113 Comments

Comment posted by David Taylor on October 31, 2011 at 3:02 PM

I love the intricacies and subtleties of decaying leaves and wood. My type of subject. Excellent. I've been doing some 3D studies along similar lines. I've not forgotten the 3D smoke, waiting for a perfectly still day.

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Comment posted by Morris McClung on November 1, 2011 at 6:38 PM

And so, we must bid adieu to fall.

I feel like this most days anymore.

A good storytelling image, Charlie.

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Comment posted by Ken Smith on November 1, 2011 at 10:46 PM

The large version must be seen! There is a hollow, life-less, and skull-like mood. Nice blend of colors too.

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Comment posted by Charlie Baugh on November 2, 2011 at 12:04 AM

Thank you all so much. I felt good about this and I am so glad others saw it too.

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Comment posted by Howard Cheek on November 3, 2011 at 8:20 PM

Very nice colors, details, and textures Charlie.
I like the added interest of the leaf in this advanced state of decay as well.
Nicely lit and the dark BG works great!

Registered on July 24, 2008, 1201 Posts, 10758 Comments

Comment posted by Albert Darmo on November 4, 2011 at 11:01 PM

hi Charlie

Incredible detail, light and color on a fascinating subject, beautiful work Charlie

Albert Darmo
Canada

Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments