Osteospermum Curls

Gallery: FloraPosted August 30, 2011174 views21 comments

I'll not bug you with crams anymore till I get it right

- but I sincerely want to get it right. May be I'll make it a project for next year.

For now, I have Osteospermum Curls to show. This is a slightly wilted flower - else the curls won't form.

ND300s, AFS 60mm F/2.8 G Micronikkor, F/5, 1/640 Sec, Diffuser from the West, Gold Reflector on my lap from the North for the flower base, ISO200 and Handheld.

Thanks a lot for being patient and also your honest comments on Coreopsis and do let me know if this one appeals to you or not.

Comments

21 comments

Comment posted by Bob Duff on August 30, 2011 at 7:41 PM

Ram, I like the curls a lot. Very unique comp. My only reservation is the whites to the left of the curls. They are so bright they keep pulling my eye from the main attraction.

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Comment posted by Ramamohan Pai on August 30, 2011 at 8:00 PM

That is a fair comment, Bob. Nothing much I could do about it given the lighting situation - just wanted to show an unusual perspective for the Osteospermum with those curls. I looked for this flower the next morning, it was no longer in a proper shape.

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Comment posted by Gary Yeoh on August 30, 2011 at 8:15 PM

Ram:
Trust you to find all these beautiful curls in flowers. I like the curls a lot. I agree with Bob comment about the lighting but as you said, you make the most of what you are given.

I see you have started using your D300s for this shot. Have you retired the D200 or are you going to use it for home studio?

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Comment posted by scott lanz on August 30, 2011 at 11:00 PM

Outstanding, Ram. The comp with the curls and the chosen DOF/POV are perfect.

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Comment posted by Pat Sampson on August 30, 2011 at 11:02 PM

Love the pov and the curls Ram. Beautiful image.

pat

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Comment posted by Ken Smith on August 30, 2011 at 11:49 PM

This is a winner! A lot to take in with the curls, and the yellow-tipped sepals which are sharp and defining for the eye. I like the pov of the curls. The unusual is always a delight to discover...see and share. Ken S

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Comment posted by Robert Dayton on August 30, 2011 at 11:52 PM

Sharp focus where it counts and I really like the curves. Well done, Ramanohan!

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on August 31, 2011 at 12:29 AM

Gorgeous, stunning lines Ram. The curls work fabulously. Excellent photo, very well done.

Nathan

Registered on November 1, 2003, 1101 Posts, 13589 Comments

Comment posted by Craig Strand on August 31, 2011 at 1:36 AM

Over the top image for me Ram. Your artistic eye has come through again with this beautifully composed image. The curves, curls and lines both in and out of focus make this a very pleasing image. Thanks for posting it!

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Comment posted by Brigitte Lorenz on August 31, 2011 at 4:32 AM

Fantastic work, Ram...what a beautiful flower!!!

Brigitte

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Comment posted by Carolyn Derstine on August 31, 2011 at 11:36 AM

Ram, your artistic flair always amazes me! Beautiful, interestingly composed shot with a great DOF choice.

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Comment posted by Mauro Pasquero on August 31, 2011 at 12:26 PM

Wow, Ram. SUPERB SHOT

Mauro

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Comment posted by S Govindarajan on August 31, 2011 at 12:57 PM

Beautiful image, Ram. The repetitive curve patterns in the foreground and background are captivating. Nice soft colors throughout. I too find the bright oof petal on the ULC a little distracting.

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Comment posted by David W. Kelly on August 31, 2011 at 3:38 PM

A very striking image Ram.

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Comment posted by Charlie Baugh on August 31, 2011 at 4:44 PM

This gallery is getting to be so magnificient in beauty. This bloom and the focus you've chosen just makes me love your taste, Ram. You've got style.

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Comment posted by Krunal Janani on September 1, 2011 at 1:06 AM

Superb POV Ram

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on September 2, 2011 at 10:40 PM

Hi Ram

A superb composition, with amazing lines and color

Albert Darmo

Registered on November 25, 2008, 1386 Posts, 11978 Comments

Comment posted by Bill Fach on September 4, 2011 at 4:59 PM

Ram: While I certainly like the capture what impresses me the most with this is the vision to see this comp. Beautiful curves and masterful management of plane of focus. Many kudos

! >=))>

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Comment posted by Giuseppe Guadagno on September 5, 2011 at 3:16 PM

I have never seen an Osteospermum with curles, Ram: Another reson for loving this image, besides design, composition, colors, pictorial look ... all.
Tale care

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Comment posted by Matt Anderson on June 25, 2012 at 10:04 PM

Wow, those curls are simply amazing!

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Comment posted by Patricia Brundage on June 25, 2012 at 10:23 PM

Absolutely stunning! Those curls draw me into the image and hold my interest totally. The rest of the composition could be bright red and I wouldn't even see it. WOW!

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