“Layers Of Gold” Macro – Using Reversed Nikkor 50mm 1.4 Lens.
This image has been posted before, … about a year ago.
It did not transfer during the mass move from Blogger.
Thought I would post it again.
This miniature rose was photographed using the Canon 100mm macro and the Nikkor 50mm 1.4 lens attached in reverse.
The petals already gave a nice layered look about them that is very appealing when viewed normally.
Looking at them with the setup used, it helped to capture that layered look and keeping them at a depth that was pleasing.
This particular rose is actually more of a gold color, but with the lighting used, it turned out a bit more orange.
Still, … “Layers Of Gold” is how it looked to me when first viewed.
2007 – Michael Brown
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“Layers Of Gold”
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This is my blog journal, a journal about the art that can be found in nature, about macro photography, and other topics of interest! I’m just a typical American boy, from a typical American home in South Carolina, and one who enjoys exploring all the possibilities of capturing artistic abstracts in the world of macro. This journal has been created not only as a outlet for my thoughts about the world of nature photography, but hopefully as a place where others may visit, … and maybe learn something from it. Currently I am working with various clients and art buyers throughout the US.
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A heavy sunset with bouncing light over the dunes.
Of course an excellent technique and just look at the result. Fine work M8t, very fine work ;-))
Danny.
This reminds me of dunes also, or the layers often shot in the Smokey Mountains. I keep meaning to hunt for a good 50mm on Ebay. I already have the reversing ring, just rarely use it. Beautiful shot Mr. Brown.
Thanks guys!
Hey Mark, … I got mine from Allen’s (or Allan’s) camera for $35 bucks, … clean as a whistle and works like a charm!
This combo – 100mm + the reversed 55mm – is something you use often. I’m getting good at recognizing it, because they are exceptional macros. Have you posted an article in your archives detailing this technique, and how the lenses work as a team? I love the results.
Hey,
Outstanding image. Love the effect and colors.
Take care and be safe.
God be with you,
Tony
Thanks again guys!
Bonnie, … I did have something on my old blog about using this method, but that post did not transfer when I made the move over to WordPress, … and I simply did not rewrite anything about it.
I’ll see what I can whip up!
Thanks for dropping by and commenting on my blog. I am by no means a photographer but have to say that some of your images are beautiful and very thought provoking.
A good spot for inspiration!
Nickola
“I’ll see what I can whip up!”
Hey Mike, that’d be great, but get at it whenever you have time. No rush. I just thought you might have it on hand.
hey M8T found ya! (waving to Danny)
lovely image as always Mike, love the vibrant colors. Will my 50mm 1.8 work with this? I need to get a ring and just dive in and try it.
Keep em comin, I enjoy your work muchly :)
Beautifully done Mike. Such a wonderful world this macro stuff.
Just beautiful!
Hey Mike, great vibrant color and wonderful comp.
Very nice work. If I didn’t know it was a photograph, I might have thought it was a painting.
i don’t know what is it but it looks really nice :)
Dang! Another winner! You do know how to spot those most interesting macros! Kudos to you!
Thanks gang!
Cindy, … I sent you a e-mail last night.
Hope you got it! :)
Very, very nicely done!
Lovely piece of abstract art (is it really a photograph…!). Good stuff never dates.
Very very beautiful colors and composition! This photo is pure fantasty! I stumbled across your photoblog, and I’ve got to say it really stands out. If you would like to contribute to my site for artistic photographers I would be very happy! If you do we will post your blog’s address so that even more people will have the pleasure of finding it! Hopefully you could find some inspiration there too! Cheers // Ralf
Paul, Janina, Ralf, … thanks guys!
Ralf, … will shoot you a e-mail later today or tonight.
Thanks for sharing Mike. I enjoy it!!
Beautiful photo Michael! I love that shot.
That is a great photo! Glad to see your new site in action and look forward to visiting a lot more!
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Stunning photo. I can see how this would be your favorite. The layers of color are beautiful.
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Yeah, totally agree that this is a fantastic shot. Really nice degrees in tone change, a bit at a time, in the various macroscopic layers of the subject. Really nice!
I have always loved this image of yours. It is gorgeous and very well conceived and executed.
Certainly a tough project that you are initiating. Intrigued.
Wil