I've been fascinated and awed for quite a long time now by the gorgeous effects arising from direct sunlight pouring through leaves, petals and other elegant canvasses wrought by nature. Thus this image, captured in the last waning moments before sunset.
It was a real challenge to get this photograph. Not only was this particular rose nestled rather deeply into a veritable bush of its brethren, but I also needed to lean down and then somehow crane the camera angle up slightly in order to gain the correct angle. Standing in a particularly awkward position posed trouble in holding the camera still enough to avoid blurring the image . . . maintaining the desired point of focus and judging the exposure were additional taxing factors to manage — especially since the light conditions were rapidly deteriorating as the sun dove towards the horizon.
I am pleased with the final result; the shape of sepal topped by the array of luscious petals reminds me of a praying mantis showing off its over-the-top hat at the Ascot races.
Rose Head, #2731
© 2011 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.
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Detail July 4 , 2011; Canon 20D; f/8 @ 1/100 sec; —1/3 EV; ISO 400; Canon EF f/2.8 100mm Macro USM
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Mostly people take this from front but thank you for taking it from behind. Nice work it can't be more beautiful.
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