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Iris bud

© Mike Bachman

Iris bud

Uploaded: June 12, 2012 06:51:51

Description

105 macro lens, f5.6, iso 800, 1/350 sec.
A composite of 3 shots to get sharpness throughout.
Texture added to make the background more interesting

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/350 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 800, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: NIKON D800

Comments

Arthur Bohlmann July 10, 2012

This is an extrodany image an dvery pleasing to look at. I am enjoying the soft pastel like tones you have used for this fine image #1474099

Mike Bachman July 10, 2012

Thanks Arthur.
I find shooting flowers quite challenging and I have been looking for new ways to do it. I was pleased with this image too #10223087

Arthur Bohlmann July 10, 2012

You are in good company Michael most of the club members post flower images from time to time #10223210

Christina N. Seuser July 10, 2012

Simply Stunning! #10223469

Susan Williams July 10, 2012

Beautiful detail and colors, Michael. The background really enhances the flower - a perfect balance of blues and greens. Really nice work. #10223843

Carla Capra Anderson July 11, 2012

Very beautiful. #10225672

Philip B. Ludwig level-classic July 11, 2012

Beautiful work. #10225770

Robert Jensen July 13, 2012

Love what you did here - beautiful image #10227719

David Resnikoff level-classic July 15, 2012

Michael,
Great work.
I like the green over green.
Makes the photo very special

David R #10229930

Rita K. Connell level-classic July 16, 2012

really like the tones in this, the simplicity is very nice #10231495

Susan Williams August 23, 2012

Congratulations on a well-deserved award, Michael! #10286623

Philip B. Ludwig level-classic August 23, 2012

Congratulations on your award. It is a beautiful image. #10287151

Wendy M. Hansen-Penman August 26, 2012

Looks like watercolor on parchment. Gorgeous colors. Congrats! #10291031

Mike Bachman August 27, 2012

Thanks everyone for your kind comments. I have been a bit overwhelmed by the whole thing.
I encourage all to enter contests. You never know what can happen. And many are free to enter #10291915

Gary R. Smith August 27, 2012

Congratulations on your award, Michael. This is a truly outstanding shot. Excellent technical processing and shooting. #10292307

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