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Time In Hand

© Melissa Olsen

Time In Hand

Uploaded: October 13, 2009 08:40:55

Description

A dear neighbor who collects old clocks and watches asked me to do some macro photography on the internal parts of this pocket watch so he could find out its origins. Before we took it apart we struck a bargain - I would grant his request if he granted mine…and that of course meant he would have to hold this antique watch while I got artistic. We were both happy with the results. Small amount of dry brush applied.

“The future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever he does, whoever he is.”~C. S.Lewis


Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/25 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III

Comments

Tess L. Yee October 13, 2009

A fine, timely capture, Melissa! Wonderful detail! #1191772

Jack Ryan October 13, 2009

Excellent detail in this well composed image. A great close-up...really an excellent photo. Nicely done. #8033724

Melissa G. Meiselman October 13, 2009

Sounds like you worked a great deal, Melissa!! This is a terrific shot, well composed and taken with sharp detail and terrific light!! #8033754

Carla Metzler October 13, 2009

Good deal, great shot! #8033769

Patricia A. Stalter October 13, 2009

Don't cha love that macro lens! On the days when I can't go out to shoot, I love to set up my macros and just play. After all: Talent is just long patience... #8033784

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe October 13, 2009

You made a great deal with him Melissa - Excellent work! Jeff #8033820

Monnie Ryan October 13, 2009

Wonderful capture, Melissa! I sure can see why you're happy with it too! #8033846

Janet Daniel October 13, 2009

What a deal! A wonderful capture, Melissa! Unique & creative! #8033931

Marcel J. Fernandez October 13, 2009

Great title, beautiful capture! #8034394

Claudia Kuhn level-classic October 13, 2009

TErrific details and lighting Melissa! #8034479

Melissa Olsen October 13, 2009

Thanks so much everyone....you are all so faithful to comment even when can't...that is what makes BP the best community ever for me! #8034504

Eugenio Diaz October 13, 2009

Wow, what a great shot!! Really awesome catpure! #8034523

Chua Wee Boo October 13, 2009

Excellent details,lighting & capture,Melissa! #8034619

Val Feldman level-deluxe October 13, 2009

Terrific trade-off, Melissa and what a fantastic photo you got out of the bargain! Wonderful detail and clarity...great capture - and a gorgeous watch, too! :) #8034776

Julianne Bradford October 13, 2009

Great title and time capture Valarie! #8034811

Rony Sagy October 13, 2009

What a wonderful subject, excellent shot superb execution. #8035108

Carol Sawyer October 14, 2009

Excellent details, lighting and capture, Valarie!! #8035948

Marilyn Cornwell October 14, 2009

Wonderful! What a delight! #8036041

Gina Cormier October 14, 2009

Fantastic image with awesome detail Melissa!! #8036127

frank w. degenhardt October 14, 2009

Melissa- What a wonderful story behind the picture. It is wonderful that you both benefited from this joint effort. Love your presentation with him holding the watch. It is a beautiful work of art. Love your treatment, the colors, the elegance of the watch.
Gorgeous work my friend.
Have a wonderful day, do take care. #8036271

Marty Straub October 14, 2009

Excellent macro, Melissa. Good control of the light, and I particularly like the distorted reflection in the bottom-side of the top. #8036284

Jeana Clark October 14, 2009


Fantastic and unique capture Melissa!!!
Details and comp are perfect!!!
Job Well Done!!!

~J~ #8036343

Jack R. Perry October 14, 2009

Great macro! #8036538

Jorgen Jensen October 14, 2009

Super professional photo work Melissa. I love the details in this macro. #8036671

Eivor Kuchta October 14, 2009

Excellent details and perfect lighting, Melissa! #8036938

Sheila D. Robertson October 14, 2009

Excellent results, Melissa. This is an inviting shot. #8036989

Robert R. Goodman October 14, 2009

Hi Melissa,you sure did a great job with the shoot.Beautiful detail!!! #8037010

Susan M. Campbell October 14, 2009

A fun and rewarding bargain. You got a fabulous shot and he got his wish. Terrific story and image Melissa. #8037017

Melissa Olsen October 14, 2009

Thanks all for your generous comments! #8037046

Carrie M. Groseclose October 14, 2009

Fantastic image with wonderful detail, awesome lighting, and creative comp, Melissa! #8037058

John Connolly October 14, 2009

A wonderful capture of this old watch, Melissa! I wonder if has anyone ever brought out a digital version? #8037194

ALLEN O. HOWARD October 14, 2009

What a deal, Melissa! A teriffic macro and great composition as well! #8037259

Kaye Burazin October 14, 2009

And all you gave him was your time...and a great photo. Wonderful. #8037368

Deb Koskovich October 14, 2009

Great work, Melissa...I love your idea of having him hold the watch! #8037723

Brett Dolsen October 14, 2009

Wonderfull composition,detail and antique capture Melissa!!Brett #8038032

Annie Booth October 15, 2009

Melissa- These old watches are always so beautiful and I love the old time feel. You did a gorgeous job of capturing its beauty girl.

Have a wonderful day my friend. #8038842

Heidi Knight October 15, 2009

And there it is!!! You know I love this picture! Great work, Melissa ;) #8039984

Melissa Olsen October 15, 2009

Thanks again all! #8040092

Mitch Spence level-classic October 18, 2009

I love everything about this closeup, Melissa. Beautiful work. #8047301

Melissa Olsen October 19, 2009

Thank you Mitch and Sabrina! #8049986

Leslie Carson Wolfe October 20, 2009

Beautiful watch, lighting, focus and composition, Melissa. And a very timely quote! Nice work! #8053133

Melissa Olsen October 20, 2009

Thank you Leslie! #8053135

Sherran Andersen level-classic October 28, 2009

Great still life of this beautiful watch. #8083880

Mark Dodge November 09, 2009

This is really great, Melissa. Perfect title. I love your use of available lighting in this shot. The color on the hands is amazing. Hope your neighbor is able to find more information regarding this beautiful timepiece. Excellent macro! #8117032

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