Lichens

Gallery: FloraPosted February 6, 2015176 views5 comments

Lichens are a symbiotic association of fungi with either cyanobacteria or green alga. They are also bio-indicators of air quality. Where the air is clean, they are abundant and are rare in areas where air quality has been degraded. These were photographed in northern Michigan. K10d, 300mm f4 (1/180 sec at f6.3, ISO 400). 40% crop, LM for Darks, Midtones, and Lights...............Jim

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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on February 7, 2015 at 9:05 AM

Not the most photogenic of subjects, but well taken and composed, nonetheless. A very solid image.

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Comment posted by Mike Ramy on February 7, 2015 at 10:58 AM

Hey Jim,
This is an excellent, text book image that gives interest to a common and overlooked subject.
Solid composition in all respects,

Man !

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Comment posted by Bill Fach on February 7, 2015 at 11:16 AM

Jim: I especially appreciate the detail in the larger version and think this is a fine take on an unconventional subject. Well done.>=))>

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on February 8, 2015 at 9:42 PM

Interesting structures Jim. The BG color works well with with the subject.

Nathan

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Comment posted by Catherine Reilly on February 14, 2015 at 8:34 PM

Unique idea to completely isolate a branch with lichens on it. I like it, Jim. Probably more dof next time if conditions allow.

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