Icebreaker

Gallery: FloraPosted May 5, 2013141 views8 comments

Sony A77
Minolta 200mm macro
ISO 400, 1/25 @ f22

For some reason Chrissy has never planted clematis in our garden. She spied this little beauty at the plant store and it made its way home with her along with three other varieties. This is my first shot of this flower but I suspect there will be many more coming soon. All comments welcome.>=))>

PS: Please view the larger version for some nice small detail touches.

Comments

8 comments

Comment posted by Christine Adams on May 5, 2013 at 8:38 PM

Bill, this is gorgeous!! Love the throughout detail. I thought you were going to say it was 30 stack or something. Keep 'em coming!!

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on May 5, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Very cool, Bill. I always thought the seed heads were the neatest part of these, but the details of this flower are really great.

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Comment posted by Paul Breitkreuz on May 6, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Love the color and excellent detail here, especially in the larger version, Bill. Looks like it will make an excellent subject for future photo ops as well.

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Comment posted by scott lanz on May 6, 2013 at 6:55 PM

I am a big fan of clematis, Bill. Lots of varieties and very photogenic. You're off to a great start. I like the way you filled the frame, and good use of the f22.

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Comment posted by Gary Yeoh on May 6, 2013 at 9:53 PM

Bill:

The center looks great and I like the little droplets in the larger version. The frilly edge of the errant petals adds some interest. Like the color as well.

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Comment posted by Bob&Charly Nelson on May 6, 2013 at 10:25 PM

Wonderful detail, lines and color Bill. Well captured and presented.
Bob

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Comment posted by Nathan Buck on May 7, 2013 at 12:47 PM

Very nice Bill. I was looking at a clematis the other day - wondering if I should buy it. You might have pushed me over the edge.

I am looking forward to your interpretations of this one.

Nathan

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Comment posted by Bruce King on May 24, 2013 at 7:09 PM

Great details Bill. I might prefer this a little underexposed. I think the petals and lighter areas would have a little more mood even if there were some slightly blocked areas. Cool as is though.

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