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Dahlia on White

© Susan M. Smith

Dahlia on White

Uploaded: October 02, 2012

Description

Deep red Dahlia's in a white vase and white background with shadow from the sun. F11, 1/60, 18-55mm lens @48mm, natural light, fill flash.

Flowers: October 2, 2012

Exif: F Number: 11, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/60 seconds, Flash: fired, auto mode, return light detected, ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 42.00 mm, Model: NIKON D50

Comments

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict October 02, 2012

This is lovely, Susan!


Dominick #1489788

Susan M. Smith October 02, 2012

Thank you, Dominick! #10351804

John Connolly October 03, 2012

Wonderful rich color in this regal capture Susan! Your lighting and composition are just fantastic! #10353669

Susan M. Smith October 04, 2012

Thank you John! #10355572

Marcy B. Reman October 05, 2012

Really nice! I love the white background and the way you captured the shadow of the vase. Great photo. I've been experimenting with still life photography and fill flash and finding it hard to learn. #10356575

Susan M. Smith October 05, 2012

Thanks Marcy! I've been experimenting forever! lol It really does take practice. When it comes to lighting and shadows, I try and keep note of what I did and the effect it had. Also, I have the SB800 speedlight and I can direct the flash where I want it. That gives you lots of options. You just have to remember exactly what you did to get the effect you wanted ;) #10356631

Marcy B. Reman October 05, 2012

Great advice- thanks! I have the SB800 speedlight also. I need to buy a notebook to keep notes., that would probably help tremendously. You seem to have really captured the technique. #10356661

Susan M. Smith October 05, 2012

Thanks Marcy. Don't get discouraged if you have quite a few throw-aways for every one that you like! I know I sure do! #10356680

Joannie Bertucci level-classic October 05, 2012

Beautiful composition of three Susan! Love the rich, deep red against the white! #10356867

Susan M. Smith October 05, 2012

Thank you Joannie! #10356888

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