Orchid Bow

© Hans Abplanalp

Orchid Bow

Uploaded: September 25, 2011

Description

Taken with natural light through a window.
Black textile base, white background.
Softened slightly (except base) using brush tool.
Set opacity to 90%.
Used PS lighting tool to graduate background and create subtle focus on flowers.

Exif: F Number: 22, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 3/10 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 27.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 60D

Comments

Michelle Alton September 25, 2011

An exquisite Zen-like creation. Beautifully accomplished, Hans. #1410451

Hans Abplanalp September 25, 2011

Hi Michelle

Many thanks for your comments, they're much appreciated.

Hans #9689576

Carol Flisak level-classic September 25, 2011

This is is beautiful in its simplicity, Hans. Thanks for sharing your technique. #9689874

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