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Hawaii, Pt. 2

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Posted by Marylynne Diggs on April 24, 2012 at 10:24 PM
Hawaii, Pt. 2
Here is another hibiscus shot in two frames with an intentional misuse of Photomatix for focus stacking purposes. The centered, square crop was a result of, um, lack of inspiration, I think. My shot was centered, full blossom, and the background wasn't interesting, so I went for a swirling focus on the center. I'm not sure it works, so please: let me know.
Posted by Joseph Campisi on April 24, 2012 at 11:31 PM
Works for me Marylynne. Love that swirl pattern. Another excellent shot!
Posted by Don White on April 25, 2012 at 11:26 AM
Sometimes it is okay to break the rules of thirds. This is a good example of that, with the swirl leading you into the center.
Nicely done and good detail.
Posted by Marylynne Diggs on April 27, 2012 at 7:00 PM
Thanks, guys. I wasn't sure whether I was not seeing other opportunities or just quickly seizing a good composition. Glad you like it.