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Snow Magic

© Beth Spencer

Snow Magic

Uploaded: December 28, 2012

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Canon EOS 7d, Canon 100mm 2.8IS Macro Lens,36mm extension tube, 1/60, f/16, ISO 100

Exif: F Number: 16, Exposure Bias Value: -1.00, ExposureTime: 1/60 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

Comments

Beth Spencer December 28, 2012

I took this with my Tamron lens before I switched to my Macro and used an Extension tube. The background is a bit much and I was wondering if there is something I can do to blur it more?
I am also putting a couple pictures up of the macro lens and extension tube. #1505799

Beth Spencer December 28, 2012

Woops I put one on twice this is the other one. #10485626

Debbra Bailey December 28, 2012

These are really cool Beth! Love the way the snow froze :) I would try brightening them up some I think... could be my screen, but they look a little on the dark side. Maybe even try a BW with some extra contrast? Just an idea!

My favorite is Snow Crystals - great DoF on that one!
#10485756

Dale Hardin December 28, 2012

You're a brave girl to go out in the snow to shoot snow crystals, Beth. I'd stay by the fire.

But Deb is right, all these have the same issue when auto exposure is used. The whites register as 18% grey. Open them all in raw and increase the exposure by about 1/2 stop and then tweak your highlights etc.

As far as blurring the background more, I don't think that is necessary, and by simply increasing the exposure value, you will also lower the contrast on the background, making them seem softer. #10485780

Jeff E Jensen December 28, 2012

Yup, increasing the exposure should do the trick. Very cool! #10485878

Teresa H. Hunt December 28, 2012

Yup, I agree that increasing the exposure is all you need. Snow Crystals is my favorite! #10486090

Debbie E. Payne December 29, 2012

Beth -- I agree with what the others have said. Lightening these up will take care of lowering the contrast but I think I like Snow Magic the best but I don't know why. I am impressed that you were out in the snow getting cold! #10487028

Beth Spencer December 29, 2012

Thanks, I tweaked them all a bit, increased exposure, highlights and contrast. I usually try to increase my EV by 1/2 stop, don't know why I didn't. I had some problems initially with my lens fogging up. I had changed lens and then I guess didn't give it enough time to acclimate, but it cleared up. I don't mind being out as long as I am dressed to stay warm!! Rocky was moved to the rehab floor today and continues to do great. I did my first solo snow plowing with the 4 wheeler tonight and lived to tell the tale. #10488328

Dale Hardin December 29, 2012

I wish they had those mechanical rigs when I was a kid. It was shovel time for me. :o) #10488516

Rita K. Connell level-classic December 30, 2012

I really like all of theses. they are great capture of the snow crystals. your edit on them all look much better. special snow and snow magic is my favorites.

So glad to hear that Rocky is doing so well when will he get to come home. and I'm proud of you for doing the snow plowing its always good to know we can really do it. #10489335

Debbra Bailey December 30, 2012

Like them much better brighter! I always have great outdoor shot ideas in my head, but I don't often venture out - I like to be warm :)

Glad to hear Rocky is doing well! #10490091

Beth Spencer December 30, 2012

Thanks everyone! The snow continued today, I think we got at least a foot in this one. I hope to get out early and find some more shots.
Rocky is still doing great. I get to take the dogs to visit him tomorrow. He will love that! #10490199

Teresa H. Hunt December 30, 2012

So glad Rocky is doing well. And good job with the snow plow! :) #10490202

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