Posted by Ken Bachofer on November 1, 2008 at 3:33 PM
After strolling the shoreline on a cold morning I had a hard time picking my favorite image of Swamp Milkweed. Here's one. Your comments are welcome.
Canon 40D, 100mm macro, f11, 1/125, ISO 400, HH, slight crop on the left.
Posted by Louis Neal on November 2, 2008 at 8:30 AM
I like this shot, Ken. I saw some milkweeds the other day and, naturally, didn't have a camera with me at the time. I really like the detail here.
Posted by Brian Vance on November 2, 2008 at 2:06 PM
nice work, Ken. The DOF is excellent, with all the critical elements sharp and creamy bokeh on the left. I'm wondering what was in the background that gave you the nice, cool blue cast?
Interesting composition Ken. It works for me except for the upper right corner (where the background is showing). I'd personally crop it slightly just to reduce that distracting shape. Otherwise, it looks good. Very nice droplets on the seed - they add a nice touch.
Posted by Bernie Kasper on November 3, 2008 at 12:03 PM
I love the metallic look in this, nice capture on all the intimate details as well Ken !!
Posted by Toni Lankerd on November 3, 2008 at 5:02 PM
Excellent capture and good lighting, Ken!
Tried it myself this afternoon but it was just too darn windy to get anything decent.
Posted by Philip Schwarz on November 5, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Great shot. You inspired me to go out at try some milkweed shots.
Discussion
6 repliesCanon 40D, 100mm macro, f11, 1/125, ISO 400, HH, slight crop on the left.
Brian
Tried it myself this afternoon but it was just too darn windy to get anything decent.